Are you a dynamic and highly motivated professional looking to make a positive impact in Europe?
Join our team as the new Results-Based Management and Evaluation Officer at the Financial Mechanism Office (FMO) in Brussels.
The Financial Mechanism Office (FMO) - affiliated with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) - carries out the day-to-day management of the EEA and Norway Grants. The Grants are Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein’s contribution to reducing economic and social disparities in the European Economic Area (EEA) and strengthen bilateral relations and partnerships between the Donor States and the 15 Beneficiary States (Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Estonia, Hungary, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Malta, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia). Norway provides around 97% of the Grants and Iceland and Liechtenstein the rest.
We are now entering a new funding period with a budget of 3.2 billion euros. At the same time, we are closing the current funding period with a budget of 2.8 billion euros.
At the FMO, we offer more than just a job - we offer a stimulating and diverse international workplace with a trust-based culture. Our team of more than 50 employees coming from the EEA region, bring a rich blend of experiences and knowledge to our daily operations. We work closely with the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Donor States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway), the 15 Beneficiary States and various international partners. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and respectful environment where you can advance your career and contribute to meaningful results that make a difference.
If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and be part of a dedicated team working towards improving economic and social progress and strengthening cooperation and partnerships in Europe, we encourage you to apply. For more details about our work and the opportunities we offer, please visit our website at www.eeagrants.org.
The position is open to nationals of the EEA EFTA States (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) and nationals of the member states of the European Union.
Division: Financial Mechanism Office
Category/Level: A4
Duration of Appointment: Fixed-term three years (renewable once if in the interest of the FMO)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 30-09-2024
Job Reference: VA 31/2024
As the Results-Based Management and Evaluation Officer you will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the results-based management approach across EEA and Norway Grants’ funding, ensuring that the programmes are effectively designed, monitored, and evaluated to achieve the intended results. Your role will include setting up performance indicators, collecting and analysing data to assess progress, and providing guidance on best practices in results-based management. You will collaborate with multiple stakeholders in the Donor and Beneficiary States, to ensure that the EEA and Norway Grants funding is utilised efficiently and effectively to achieve sustainable results. You will also contribute to capacity-building efforts, ensuring that Donor and Beneficiary States’ stakeholders understand and can apply results-based management principles in their work.
As part of your role, you will also engage in travel to fulfil your responsibilities and will be reporting to the Head of Unit.
A Master’s-level university degree in a relevant field.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, the working language of the FMO, is a requirement. Fluency in any of the Donor State or EU languages would be an advantage.
Grade: A4
Annual starting salary: EUR 106,704.24
Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the grade. The Director of the FMO reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level different from that advertised.
The FMO is an employer dedicated to the principles of diversity and equality. We are committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, with a healthy work-life balance.
We offer very interesting and challenging positions in a dynamic and diverse environment and the opportunity to work in a team of highly qualified people. Salaries and related payments are exempt from taxation by the EFTA Member States, and as regulated in headquarters agreements, in the EFTA host states. Depending on the candidate’s family status, benefits and allowances may apply.
For further information regarding this position please contact Elena Christogeorgaki, Head of Results and Evaluation Unit, elena.christogeorgaki@efta.int, work phone +32 2 21 11 887.
For more details about the recruitment process please contact Vera Medinskaya, Head of Administration and Human Resources Unit, vera.medinskaya@efta.int, work phone +32 (0) 2 211 18 60.
Please note that only applications received via our web tool will be considered.
Deadline for submission of application: 30 September 2024.