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Budget Officer

European Commission · Brussels, Belgium

This post in plain words

You will help prepare the EU budget in Brussels, in the Budgetary Procedures and Execution unit of DG BUDG, Directorate A (Expenditure). The job mixes figures, IT tools and drafting, and the team is small and friendly.

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Can you apply?

This notice does not say who can apply. Check the eligibility page linked from the vacancy for nationality and other conditions.

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Languages
Clear English for drafting and speaking; knowledge of other EU languages is an asset
Experience
Previous experience in the EU annual budget procedure is a plus, not a requirement
Contract
Contract agent FG IV; duration not stated

What they ask for:

  • Strong analytical skills and interest in figures, statistics and databases
  • Good Excel and data processing skills, and experience with IT tools
  • Good drafting skills and a good sense of numbers
  • Clear, concise English writing and speaking
  • Team player with initiative and attention to detail

What you would do

  • Help prepare budget documents for the annual budget procedure
  • Prepare documents on assigned revenue and improve the process
  • Maintain IT systems and templates used by the unit
  • Check budget amounts and budget nomenclature in tools like IBIS
  • Contribute to the transition to the next Multiannual Financial Framework
  • Support colleagues in different workflow processes

How to apply

Send one PDF with your CV first and the completed application form second, by email to the selection mailbox in the notice, before the deadline. Quote the reference number in your message.

Good to know:

  • Send the CV and the application form in one PDF, in that order
  • Eligibility conditions are on a separate page linked from the notice
  • The notice does not mention a reserve list or security clearance

How this kind of post works

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We wrote this summary automatically from the official notice, published by EU Careers (eu-careers.europa.eu). Only the official notice counts: read it before you apply.

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