Staff Assistant (Budget) JSEC, Ulm

ABOUT YOU

We are hiring a highly motivated individual to join the Allied Joint Support and Enabling Command (JSEC) as Staff Assistant (Budget) NATO Grade 10.

Join our team and play a key role in shaping the financial future of our division! As part of this position you will support the Staff Officer Budget by collecting and analyzing HQ requirements and ensuring timely execution of authorized payments. Beyond administrative support to the Budget Branch you will contribute directly to the smooth operation of the entire budgetary process. Your insights and efforts will have a tangible impact helping senior management set strategic financial objectives and drive organizational this role you will be expected to exercise sound judgment and leverage strong analytical skills approaching tasks with a methodical and systematic mindset.

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YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate must have

• Higher Secondary education and intermediate vocational training in finance accounting business administration economics public administration or related discipline which might lead to a formal qualification with 2 years experience or Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 4 years post related experience.
• Profound professional experience in a support function in particular budget screening and approval processes budget preparation and budget analysis efforts;
• Working knowledge of Automatic Data Processing (ADP) systems;
• A good command of English both written and spoken.

The following would be considered as an advantage:

• Experience as Budget Assistant in NATO or other international or national organization;
• Experience with the NATO Automated Financial System (FinS) and/or Oracle Financials;
• Demonstrable experience in financial analysis and statistics;
• Experience in analysing financial data for military missions;
• Experience in operating automated accounting system(s);
• Any further training relevant to the job (e.g. Resource Management Orientation Course).

YOUR ROLE

• Support the Staff Officer Budget during the screening/approval process of the HQ budget estimates;
• Assist in the preparation of the regular Budget Execution Report (BER);
• Execute authorised payments on behalf of JSEC and records receipt of incoming funds as well as budget transfers;
• Execute budget analysis monitors the financial execution of expenditures and generates statistics and budget execution data;
• Create regular management information reports and analyses related to disbursing including cash flow data;
• Compiles financial data analyses resulting from submitted requirements;
• Maintain a payment archive;
• Assist with drafting official letters for signature;
• Assist Divisional/Directorate Fund Managers in their assigned tasks and acts as Fund Manager as requested;
• Coordinate tasks and maintain the schedule of workflow and appointments within the Budget Branch.

YOUR SKILLS

• Uphold integrity and strong ethical standards while applying sound analytical skills;
• Stay focused on objectives while providing reliable and effective support across teams;
• Communicate confidently to build and maintain professional relationships across all levels;
• Apply a precise methodical and systematic approach to all tasks;
• Collaborate effectively within a team and provide support to colleagues as needed.

WHY TO WORK FOR US

By joining our organization you will be part of a multi-national team while working towards NATOs common goal of safeguarding peace and promoting democratic values for over a billion people. We are committed to fostering a collaborative work environment built on mutual respect and professionalism where every individuals work makes a difference and has a meaningful impact on the mission and operation of the Alliance. If this resonates with you we encourage you to apply.

YOUR TEAM

Headquarters JSEC provides a resilient operational-level Joint Headquarters capable of supporting 24/7 operations to coordinate enablement (at the operational level) and on order the execution of reinforcement by forces (RbyFo) and sustainment flow in order to contribute to the Alliances ability to project and sustain combat power into a Joint Operations Area (JOA).

The Finance Directorate (J8) is responsible for drafting managing and executing the HQ allocated budgets as well as accounting purchasing and contracting goods and services. The Budget Branch is responsible for the planning preparation production screening presentation execution and reporting of the HQ budgets Resource Proposals and Medium Term Resource Plans.

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HOW TO APPLY

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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION

Please attach any documentation (proof of highest education diplomas certificates testimonials etc.) that you consider to be particularly relevant to the qualification requirements specified in this advertisement. Any documentation submitted in a language other than English must be accompanied by at least an unofficial translation. Please note that upon taking up duties candidates will be asked to provide original certificates of their education and professional experience as relevant for this vacancy.

CONTRACT

• Serving civilian members of NATO will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations.
• Newly recruited staff will be initially offered a definite duration contract of three years. Thereafter an indefinite duration contract might be offered.

SALARY/BENEFITS

• Salary values indicated in this vacancy notice are based on NATOS Single Salary Spine scale;
• The salary is tax free including (where eligible) expatriation family and childrens allowances and additional privileges for expatriate staff;
• Education allowance for children (where appropriate) and an excellent private health insurance scheme;
• Generous annual leave and home leave (if eligible);
• Retirement Pension Plan.

TEST/INTERVIEW

The selection process will consist of multiple stages. Candidates shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted by the Recruitment Team and receive detailed information on subsequent steps. The process will conclude with an interview.