We are looking for a highly motivated and qualified candidate to fill the EEA and Norway Grants’ position of the Results-Based Management and Evaluation Officer.
The overall objectives of the Grants are to reduce economic and social disparities in the European Economic Area (EEA) and to strengthen bilateral relations between the Donor States (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) and the 15 Beneficiary States (Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Estonia, Hungary, Greece, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Malta, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia).
The Grants are based on a programme model where the Beneficiary States are responsible for the programmes and for projects implemented under the programmes. A few programmes, notably regarding Civil Society, Regional Cooperation and Decent Work, are operated by the FMO.
The allocation for the current seven-year funding period totals €2.8 billion. Negotiations are under way between the Donor States and the EU on a new funding period.
The priority sectors in the current funding period are:
• Innovation, Research, Education and Competitiveness;
• Social Inclusion, Youth Employment and Poverty Reduction;
• Environment, Energy, Climate Change and Low Carbon Economy;
• Culture, Civil Society, Good Governance and Fundamental Rights and Freedoms;
• Justice and Home Affairs.
The FMO offers an international, stimulating and diverse workplace, with a current staff of about 70 employees comprising about 20 nationalities. Our values are:
• Professionalism;
• Cooperation;
• Trust, responsibility and respect.
For more information, please check 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.
Scope
Tasks
• Provide technical support in the design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and closure of programmes and projects;
• Develop, update and implement results-based management policies, systems, guidelines and tools;
• Develop terms of reference, commission and manage monitorings, evaluations, reviews and studies;
• Collect and consolidate learning and good practices from programme implementation, monitoring and evaluations;
• Develop and deliver trainings on results-based management throughout the programme lifecycle;
• Actively use the Financial Mechanism Office’s information management system and analyse data on programme performance;
• Prepare briefs, reports and presentations to colleagues and management at the Financial Mechanism Office and external partners;
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and best practices in results-based management and apply them to programmes;
• Fulfil administrative tasks in relation to her/his work.
The position reports to the Head of the Results and Evaluation Unit. The position involves travel.
Qualifications
Relevant University degree at master’s level.
Experience
Required
• A minimum of 6 years’ work experience in results-based management;
• Several years of practical experience in applying qualitative and quantitative analysis methods and drafting reports;
• Experience in providing training related to results-based management, monitoring and/or evaluation.
Desired
• Experience with working in a European and/or international context;
• A combination of work experience in all phases of programme lifecycle (design, implementation, closure);
• Experience in grant management;
• Experience with the EEA and Norway Grants;
• Knowledge of donor state policy priorities.
Skills
• Strong command of results-based management concepts;
• Analytical, systematic and structured;
• Ability to draft high-quality reports and papers, and to present complex issues clearly and convincingly;
• Excellent command of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Ability to multitask, work to tight deadlines and to handle high workload;
• Very strong interpersonal abilities, including positive and flexible attitude and cultural sensitivity;
• Self-reliance and autonomy, but also skills needed for teamwork.
Languages
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, the working language of the FMO, is a requirement. Active knowledge of another EFTA/EU language is an asset.
Employment Terms
Grade: A4
Annual starting salary: 108,329 EUR
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 equal opportunities. We select our staff without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, religion, ethnic origin and culture, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, pregnancy or family responsibilities.
We offer a very interesting and challenging position in a dynamic and diverse environment and the opportunity to work in a team of highly qualified people. Salaries and related payments are normally 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, vera.medinskaya@efta.int, work phone +32 (0) 2 211 18 60.
Interested applicants should apply online via the EFTA e-recruitment tool. Please note that only applications received via our web tool will be considered.
Deadline for submission of application: 6 August 2023.
Please note that the interviews will take place in September 2023.
Apply here.