Budget / Accounting Assistant (FCA) – Finance, Contract and Audit Section

About the role

The European Union Delegation in Abuja seeks a Budget / Accounting Assistant (Local Agent Group 2) to support the Finance, Contract and Audit (FCA) Section. This fixed‑term position lasts two years, with a possible renewal depending on budgetary and operational considerations.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the contractual and financial management of EU‑funded projects and programmes.
• Support tender procedures, calls for proposals, contract administration, and payment/recovery processes.
• Follow up on audit matters and ensure compliance with EU financial regulations.
• Provide advice to operational sections and beneficiaries/contractors on contractual, financial, and audit issues.
• Work under the supervision of the Head of the FCA Section and collaborate with a team of 12 professionals.

Required profile

• Ability to work under the supervision of the Head of Section.
• Willingness to adapt to changing delegation needs and occasional atypical working hours.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term employment contract (2 years) with potential renewal.
• Experience in a diplomatic mission environment.
• Opportunity to work on EU‑funded programmes in Nigeria.