Programme Assistant - External Relations

Programme Assistant - External Relations

European Commission — DG.ENEST.A.4 – International Financial Institutions and Investments

Contract Agent (CA), FG III

Contract Agent Vacancies - Headquarters

Application deadline: 2026-11-06

Overall purpose To contribute, under the supervision of an official, to the efficient use of financial instruments in ENEST countries and ensuring appropriate overview, analysis and communication activities on guarantee agreements signed under the European Fund for Sustainable Development Plus (EFSD+) Open Architecture.

How to apply BANKI Barbara: [email protected]

Applications (CV, application form (https://enlargement.ec.europa.eu/document/download/652314f5-0070-4af8-a5e4-7f3636348ef7_en?filename=FG%20III%20Job%20492338%20-%20Single%20application%20form%2019-10-2026.pdf) filled in) to be sent to [email protected]

Please make sure that you send the Application Form (https://enlargement.ec.europa.eu/document/download/652314f5-0070-4af8-a5e4-7f3636348ef7_en?filename=FG%20III%20Job%20492338%20-%20Single%20application%20form%2019-10-2026.pdf) when applying. As well as mention your CAST number and the post number in subject line.

Original job description 22/10/2026 1 / 4 EUROPEAN COMMISSION Job Description Form Job description version 3 (Active) Job no. 492338 in ENEST.A.4.002 Valid from 19/10/2026 Job Holder Name Job Profile Position CONTRACT AGENT FGIII Job title Programme Assistant - External Relations Domains Generic domain FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS and INSTITUTIONS, incl BANKING Intermediate domain Specific domain EXTERNAL RELATIONS Sensitive job No Overall purpose To contribute, under the supervision of an official, to the efficient use of financial instruments in ENEST countries and ensuring appropriate overview, analysis and communication activities on guarantee agreements signed under the European Fund for Sustainable Development Plus (EFSD+) Open Architecture. Legal disclaimer Please note that as per article 80 of the Conditions of Employment of other Servants of the European Union the work of all Function Groups of Contract Agents should take place under the supervision of an official or a temporary agent.

22/10/2026 2 / 4 Functions and duties + PROGRAM / PROCESS / PROJECT MANAGEMENT • Perform administrative tasks related to the management of EFSD+ Open Architecture • Keep track of EFSD+ supported investment operations, operational and financial reports submitted by implementing partners (International Financial Institutions - IFIs) which have signed guarantee agreements with the EU – DG ENEST • Perform analysis of investments supported via guarantee agreements signed under EFSD+ Open Architecture • Develop internal and external communication material on EFSD+ guarantees • Contribute to briefings, presentations, policy notes, preparation of EFSD+ board meetings etc. + FINANCE, FINANCIAL ENGINEERING and SERVICES • Contribute to encoding of Technical Assistance contribution agreements in OPSYS • Contribute to OPSYS/EFSD+ troubleshooting in cooperation with implementing partners, contracts & finance and OPSYS IT team • Contribute to the development of relevant dashboards, analysis, and results monitoring in OPSYS • Contribute to financial instrument reporting requirements stipulated by the Financial Regulation (e.g., Art. 41(5)) + INFORMATION and DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT • • Maintain orderly electronic files in the area of responsibility supporting the Unit’s knowledge management, including the maintenance of the Unit’s SharePoint environment • • Correctly apply the Commission's document management rules to the documents for which responsibility is held, following the instructions of the Head of Unit and with the help of the DMO correspondent of the unit; ensure in particular the correct registration and filing of these documents • + Contribute to various tasks and projects in line with the needs of the unit, the directorate or the DG, as guided by the DG’s political priorities. Job requirements Experience" + FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS and INSTITUTIONS, incl BANKING Job-Related experience:at least 1 year Qualifier:essential The jobholder will work under the supervision of the Head of Sector – Budgetary Guarantees, Private Investments. The job requires a motivated and responsible professional with some experience in financial analysis. Experience in financial reporting, operational reporting and/or contract management, such as in the financial sector, the audit industry, non-financial business and/or agencies supporting economic development are also deemed relevant. Experience in assessing and implementing projects in developing and emerging markets and/or dealing with IFIs/DFIs would be an advantage. Work experience from enlargement, neighbourhood or developing countries (incl. in EU delegation) would also be an asset. Good oral and written communication skills are essential. Advanced knowledge of Excel, presentation, visual and data management tools are a distinct advantage. + PROGRAM / PROCESS / PROJECT MANAGEMENT Job-Related experience:at least 1 year Qualifier:essential Knowledge and experience in the EU external assistance and project management. Languages

22/10/2026 3 / 4 Listening Reading Spoken interaction Spoken production Writing English C1 C1 C1 C1 C1 Knowledge • FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS and INSTITUTIONS, incl BANKING ◦ FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS and INSTRUMENTS ▪ Financial instruments • BUDGET, FINANCE, CONTRACTS and ACCOUNTING ◦ BUDGET and FINANCE ▪ Financial regulation and procedures ◦ PROCUREMENT and CONTRACT MANAGEMENT ▪ Rules and procedures concerning calls for proposals, calls for tenders, contracts, task letters ▪ Public procurement and financial subsidies • AUDIT, CONTROL and INSPECTION • EVALUATION and QUALITY MANAGEMENT • PROGRAM / PROCESS / PROJECT MANAGEMENT ◦ GENERAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT ▪ Programme planning and evaluation ◦ PROJECT MANAGEMENT • OPERATIONAL and ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT and RESOURCES ◦ ORGANISATION and ADMINISTRATION of SUPPORT OFFICES ▪ Office administration • INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (generic) ◦ EXTERNAL RELATIONS Competences • Communicating • Delivering Quality and Results • Prioritising and Organising • Working with Others Job Environment Organisational entity Presentation of the entity: Job related issues [ ] Atypical working hours [ ] Specialised Job Missions [ ] Frequent, i.e. 2 or more missions / month [ ] Long duration, i.e. missions lasting more than a week Comments:

22/10/2026 4 / 4 Workplace, health & safety related issues [ ] Noisy environment [ ] Physical effort / materials handling [ ] Work with chemicals / biological materials [ ] Radioprotection area [ ] Use of personal protective equipment [ ] Other Comments: Other Comments: