Budget Officer Regional Partnerships Unit

Vacancy Notice:  Budget Officer in the Regional Partnerships Unit

04.09.2026 New opportunity

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LOCAL AGENT GROUP I
–Regional Partnerships Unit

4 September 2026

We are

The European Union (EU) is an economic and political union between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organizations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of an embassy.

The EU Delegation to the Republic of South Africa works in close coordination with the Embassies and Consulates of the 27 EU Member States. We are a fully‑fledged diplomatic mission and represent the European Union in dealings with the South African government in areas that are part of the EU’s remit.

We offer

The post of Budget Officer (Local Agent Group I) in the Regional Hub Southern Africa under a fixed‑term employment contract of 2 years, with a possibility of renewal under reserve of budgetary availabilities and operational considerations. For internal candidates holding an indefinite‑term contract, alternative contractual arrangements may apply in accordance with institutional policies. The team consists of 44 people and there are occasional atypical working hours.

Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation, and on the changes of these needs. The successful candidate will serve under the supervision and responsibility of the Head of Regional Partnerships Unit, providing support, expertise and assistance in financial management of EU‑financed programmes and projects at regional level and in the Kingdom of Lesotho, ensuring conformity with procedures for contracting, financing, and on‑the‑spot controls.

Following main tasks and duties are currently required:

• Preparation and verification of contracts, payments, recovery orders and clearings and monitoring of implementation.
• Ensuring compliance with the financial regulations, internal rules and local fiscal requirements.
• Providing advice on contractual, financial, budgetary and fiscal matters.
• Encoding, processing and follow up of transactions in the corporate IT systems.
• Financial planning, budgeting, reporting, audits, and verification on project / contracts / programs.
• Preparation and follow‑up of audit and control plans for programs and projects, including on‑the‑spot checks and verification missions.
• Preparation and verification of tender dossiers and documents for calls for proposals.
• Participation in evaluation committees.

The base salary will depend on relevant and verified employment experience, typically starting from ZAR
78,046.00. There is a competitive benefits package, subject to certain conditions, including personal leave days and public holidays, health insurances and a retirement savings plan.

The expected start date will be 01/12/2026.

Minimum requirements / eligibility criteria (necessary for the application to be considered)

University Degree in Accounting / Finance/ Project management(min. 4 years) or equivalent.

Minimum of5 years of relevant professional experience in financial management of development projects / programmes.

Professional experience must be acquired after the date on which the qualification allowing access to the post was obtained.

Working knowledge (B2) of English

Right to residence and work in South Africa.

Assets/selection criteria (basis for awarding points to select the best applicant)

Master’s degree in accounting / finance/ Project management

Professional experience in diplomatic mission, international financial institution or international development…