All Things Urban

The Institute for Urban Excellence (iUE) specialises in research, citizen engagement, advocacy, research communication and professional training in urban planning. Positioned as a knowledge broker and think tank, it facilitates the transnational dissemination and adoption of transdisciplinary knowledge and innovation across sectors, levels of governance and communities.

We are seeking for a part-time staff member with experience in project management interested to reinforce and support our growing international team. The financial administrator will support and assist us in the management of our multiple projects (EU and international funded projects). To apply for this position, you need to have at least 3-5 years of experience in the financial administration of EU-funded projects.

1. EU Finance and Administration

• Financial planning, budgeting, and reporting; outlining of contracts; processing payments and monitoring budgetary performance for specific EU funded projects.
• Ensure a high quality of finance-related workflows within the projects and in relation to our donors (notably the European Commission) as well as compliance with the specific guidelines provided by the European Commission.
• Coordinate together with Project Manager and Project Assistants the collection of effort evidence, expenses, etc. for the project as well as administrative and legal documentation.
• Contribute to financial and administrative aspects of new project applications.
• Support in the financial implementation of EU projects.

2.Internal finances:

• Support the directors in the administration of finances of ISOCARP Institute.
• Processing and archiving of invoices, including in view of external audits.
• Ensure the smooth processing of financial administration across the office.

3. In addition, you:

• Bring action and hands-on mentality and enjoy working in a young, dynamic, and international environment.
• Are a team player, with the ability to engage with stakeholders
• Can work independently
• Can coordinate several projects simultaneously.

You hold a university degree (BA or higher) in relevant subjects (e.g., administration, finance, economics, management, or other courses related to this discipline);

• You have proven working experience in managing the internal finances of a Dutch organisation;
• You have proven working experience related to EU project finance administration;
• You are autonomous and proactive in building and setting up (new) operational processes from scratch;
• You have documentation skills and data management;
• You have knowledge of EU funding programmes;
• Asset: you have experience in associations, foundations, or non-profit organisations;
• You are curious, open-minded, and experienced in the communication with high-level institutional partners;
  – You have excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written. Dutch and other European languages are an asset;

We are looking for someone who can join us as soon as possible. Therefore, those candidates located in the Netherlands will have priority (we accept candidates from different nationalities).

• 16 hrs week contract, with the possibility of increase
• Work in an exciting, multi-disciplinary international team;
• The opportunity to develop yourself through varied assignments;
• A competitive salary;
• Flexibility in distributing your working hours, working from home also possible;
• Hands-on-experience in EU projects in a friendly, encouraging working environment.

From €2,000.00 per month

We’re not fully sure whether this role is open to international candidates. If you would need visa sponsorship or work authorisation, we recommend checking directly with the employer before applying.