Project Officer - Programme Finance and Operations
Project Officer - Programme Finance and Operations
Léargas is recruiting for a Programme Finance and Operations.
- Review and assess interim and final reports from programme beneficiaries, ensuring they meet Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps rules and the terms of their grant agreements.
- Carry out checks on organisations to ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed objectives, with a focus on eligibility, procurement, and deliverables.
- Support and coordinate compliance control procedures in line with EU requirements and National Agency guidance.
- Assist in delivering risk-based checks, including desk reviews, on-site checks, and document audits.
- Monitor error rates, flag irregularities, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of quality and compliance processes.
- Oversee payment and refund processes to ensure they meet programme requirements and internal controls.
- Provide clear, helpful guidance to organisations on compliance matters, reporting requirements, and financial procedures during various face-to-face and online events, workshops, via email and phone.
- In cooperation with the Senior Programme Finance and Operations Officers:
- Monitor how well organisations are keeping up with EU programme guidance.
- Help improve our internal systems and processes related to compliance and control.
- Carry out other duties as assigned by your line manager or the Executive Director.
Person Specification
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate the following:
Experience assessing grant-funded projects, particularly in relation to EU rules or other public funding programmes.
Strong knowledge and understanding of compliance requirements, including eligibility, and reporting obligations.
Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel as well as Microsoft Lists, Power Apps.
Great organisational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing documents and handling data.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems while staying within compliance frameworks.
Comfortable working remotely and maintaining clear communication and accountability in a hybrid work environment.