Consultancy – Financial Management and Reporting

Organizational Setting

The objective of the Department of Nuclear Energy is to foster the efficient and safe use of nuclear power by supporting interested Member States in improving the performance of nuclear power plants, the nuclear fuel cycle, and the management of nuclear wastes; in catalysing innovation in nuclear power and fuel cycle technologies; in developing indigenous capabilities for national energy planning; in deploying new nuclear power plants; in preserving and disseminating nuclear information and knowledge; and in advancing science and industry through improved operation of research reactors. 

Main Purpose

Under the supervision of the PRM Coordinator, provide high-quality financial management, monitoring and analytical technical expertise and input, ensuring accurate forecasting, timely reporting, efficient fund utilization, for MP1 RB and EB awards. The consultant will leverage her/his experience in grant management, financial analysis, compliance, reporting, and donor communication to strengthen the organization's processes and support decision-making.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Conduct regular financial analyses to support leadership decision-making, develop, and maintain financial forecasts for ongoing and upcoming projects
• Monitor extrabudgetary budgets and expenditures including financial risks, for NE extra budgetary funded projects including MSCFP, LMP, INPRO, LEU Bank etc.
• Strengthen internal budgeting tools and financial tracking systems, recommend and implement fund adjustments, reallocation strategies, and corrective actions as needed
• Prepare high-quality financial reports for donors, senior leadership and internal stakeholders, ensure compliance with donor requirements, and draft and review practical arrangements, agreements and financial terms with prospective donors
• Track funding opportunities and support outreach to potential donors, including assistance to panning of meetings, presentations and communication for fundraising, partnerships and donor stewardship
• Track and close/finalize Unliquidated Obligation (ULOs) from EB/RB awards in close coordination with MTBF.
 

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in finance, business administration or a related field

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience;

• Financial monitoring and analysis;

• Data management; 

• Excellent computer skills in MS Office applications, especially Excel;

• Experience with Oracle or any other ERP systems;

• Good communication skills both written and oral.

Remuneration

The remuneration for this consultancy is a daily fee of up to a maximum of € 250, based on qualifications and experience. In case duty travel is required within the assignment, a daily subsistence allowance (DSA) and travel costs are provided. Health coverage and pension fund are the responsibility of the incumbent.