Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Project Support Unit (PSU) team, to ensure effective financial and operational oversight of project activities.
• Oversee the preparation and monitoring of project budgets, financial statements, and expenditure reports in compliance with donor (VLIR-UOS) and institutional guidelines.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts, transparent procurement processes, and proper financial documentation.
• Support the Project Coordinator in financial audits, risk assessments, and implementation of audit recommendations.
• Provide technical, methodological, and management support to project leaders, ensuring financial compliance across subprojects.
• Organize and support local and joint steering committee meetings, and implement the decisions made.
• Compile proposals, planning, and reporting documents at the local level.
• Facilitate scholar mobility to Belgium and other international missions, and support incoming mobility from Belgium.

Professional Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Health, Environmental Management, Development Studies, or a related field from a recognized institution. 
• At least three (3) years of proven experience in grant administration, project budgeting and financial management of European Union funded projects. 
• Must have a Professional certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP®, PRINCE2®). 
• Possession of Accounting/Finance certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) will be an added advantage. 
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, providing technical and administrative oversight to ensure timely achievement of project deliverables. 
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to interact effectively with local and international partners, regulatory bodies, and institutional leadership.
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