The ITUC is looking for a dynamic person who could join its Finance Department, as a full time

Finance Officer

whose key responsibilities will be:

á       The financial follow up of projects with internal and external funding : budget preparation, financial monitoring control,  and reporting

á       To prepare financial statements for internal and external audit

á       To ensure that the standards and regulations of donors are followed and implemented accordingly

á       To give support and guidance on financial issues and coordination of projects and activities

á       Ensure that financial reports and accounts of regional/representative offices  are reconciled and properly accounted

á       To contribute to the general financial responsibilities of the department

Qualifications required are:

á       Degree in economics, accounting, or relevant experience of at least 7 years in finance and/or project planning and monitoring

á       Expertise in accounting and audit preparation, preferably in a non-profit environment

á       Experience in an international organisation is an asset

á       Sound knowledge of English essential, knowledge of Spanish is an asset

á                   Analytical skills and accurate minded, pro-active in problem solving, team player, commitment to trade union values

We offer an attractive remuneration package with interesting extra-legal benefits.

Our organisation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, when qualified, encourages women, candidates from developing countries and members of discriminated minorities to apply.

Applications should be sent, together with CV, before 10 October 2008 to: ITUC, Carine Verstichel, 5 Boulevard Roi Albert II, box 1 – 1210 Brussels
tel: 02/224.03.05 – carine.verstichel@ituc-csi.org