Are you a dynamic and highly motivated professional looking to make a positive impact in Europe? Would you like to contribute to an acceleration of the green transition and increase green value creation and competitiveness in Central and Southern Europe? Join our team as a Sector Officer at the Financial Mechanism Office (FMO) in Brussels.
The two positions related to Green transition and Green business and innovation are open to nationals of EEA EFTA States (Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway) and to the nationals of the Beneficiary States of EEA and Norway Grants (Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Cyprus, Estonia, Hungary, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia).
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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 Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway’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, Czechia, Cyprus, Estonia, Hungary, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia). The EEA Grants are financed by the three donor countries whereas Norway Grants are financed solely by Norway. The current funding period of 2021-2028 has a total budget of 3.2 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 60 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 European cohesion.
If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and be part of a dedicated team working towards improving economic and social equality 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.
Division: Financial Mechanism Office
Category/Level: Grade A4
Type/Duration of Appointment: This is a fixed-term contract for three years. The contract is renewable once, subject to the renewal being in the interest of the FMO and to a decision on the new funding period following the Financial Mechanisms 2021 - 2028.
Start date: As soon as possible
The EEA and Norway Grants operate through multi-year funding cycles, with Beneficiary States responsible for implementing the programmes. In some cases, you might be responsible for directly managing programmes through contracted fund operators in the Beneficiary States. The FMO oversees and supports the implementation based on risk assessment and a results-based management approach.
As a Sector Officer in the FMO, you will support progress in the development and implementation of programmes, providing expert advice to Donors and Beneficiary States. You will manage a portfolio of programmes in several Beneficiary States and lead interdisciplinary programme teams within the FMO working on results, legal, financial, communication, and country-specific issues. Building relationships with stakeholders in the Beneficiary and Donor States, based on trust, is fundamental to the role of the Sector Officer.
Within the Green transition programme area, the Grants aim to strengthen all levels of governments to enable the implementation of the European Green Deal, and support the application of nature-based solutions, low-carbon technologies and environmentally friendly practices.
Within the Green business and innovation programme area, the Grants contribute to harnessing the growth potential deriving from the European Green Deal, promoting a green and blue economy and fostering value creation through environmentally sustainable practices.
The two green portfolio Sector Officers will mainly ensure and support the development and implementation of programmes in the Beneficiary States.
Gender equality and digitalisation are priorities across all sectors.
You may be required to work in other areas, according to the needs and priorities of the FMO.
As part of your role, you will also be expected to travel to fulfil your responsibilities.
You will report to the Head of Priority Sectors Unit.
As the Sector Officer and portfolio manager for Green Transition or Green Business and Innovation, your role will generally include:
A Master’s-level university degree in a relevant field.
A great work environment and strong teamwork define the FMO, and we look for candidates who actively contribute to both.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, the working language of the FMO, is an essential requirement. Fluency in one of the Donor States’ languages; Icelandic, German and Norwegian, is an advantage.
Grade: A4
Annual starting salary: 117,072 EUR
Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the grade. The Managing 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. The FMO offers hybrid working model for its staff. Subject to the requirements of the role, operational needs and in agreement with their line manager, staff may work up to 40% of their weekly working hours from a location other than the office. The duty station for all FMO staff is Brussels, Belgium.
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 agreement, in the EFTA host states. Depending on the candidate’s family status, benefits and allowances may apply.
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