The Financial Mechanism Office (FMO), affiliated with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), is the international secretariat managing the EEA and Norway Grants, which are Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway's contribution to reducing economic and social disparities in the European Economic Area and strengthening relations with 15 Beneficiary States. The position is open to nationals of the EEA EFTA States and the Beneficiary States.
Scope: The Civil Society Fund Transnational (CSF-TN) Officer will be part of the Civil Society Team within the Funds and Horizontal Concerns Unit, reporting to the Head of Unit. The CSF-TN is a newly established instrument aimed at strengthening the capacity, cooperation and resilience of institutions and civil society to protect and promote democracy, the rule of law and human rights at European level. Its thematic focus covers civic space and civil society engagement, information integrity and disinformation, and competence and knowledge development for democratic resilience. The Officer is responsible for the day-to-day management of the fund, combining operational fund management with policy and programme content coordination. Travel and external representation will be required.
Main responsibilities: Manage the full grant lifecycle, including following up grant agreements, work plans and reporting, organising annual meetings, and monitoring implementation progress, risks, budgets and results. Coordinate with legal, finance and management colleagues to ensure sound financial management and compliance with Donor requirements. Oversee the CSF-TN portfolio and its alignment with EEA and Norway Grants objectives. Facilitate synergies with other Civil Society Funds, International Partner Organisations' initiatives and other EEA and Norway Grants initiatives. Analyse trends, risks and opportunities on the thematic focus. Assess the relevance and added value of proposed initiatives. Support Donor engagement through briefing notes and strategic analysis. Represent the FMO in meetings with European networks, civil society organisations, think tanks, foundations and international partners.
Requirements: Master's degree in a relevant field; at least 6 years of relevant professional experience, including grant, programme or project management, work with civil society organisations, international organisations, public bodies or European networks, and managing complex stakeholder relationships. Knowledge of European civil society ecosystems and experience in democratic governance, civic space or information integrity are desirable. Strong project and portfolio management, analytical, drafting, organisational and interpersonal skills. Excellent written and spoken English.
Terms: Fixed-term three-year contract, renewable once. Grade A4, annual starting salary EUR 117,072. Full-time, based in Brussels, Belgium, with a hybrid working model. Start date as soon as possible.
Closing date: 28 October, 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply through the FMO recruitment tool at https://jobs.eeagrants.org/jobs/8499756-fmo-va-29-2026-civil-society-fund-transnational-officer. Only applications received via FMO's recruitment tool will be considered. Please read the guidance for applicants (https://jobs.eeagrants.org/pages/faq-guidance-for-applicants) before applying. Deadline: 28 October 2026 (midnight CET/CEST). Job reference: VA 29/2026.