We are looking for an experienced professional who will take responsibility for the Fund’s financial and administrative management — from budgeting, financial planning and reporting to grant management, compliance, internal controls, and cooperation with auditors and external service providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure financial planning, cash-flow management, and budget monitoring;
• Ensure accurate accounting and financial reporting in line with Belgian ASBL requirements;
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and budgetary plans;
• Contribute to the preparation and financial follow-up of grant agreements;
• Support due diligence and financial risk management for funded programmes and projects;
• Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, fiscal, and reporting obligations;
• Manage relationships with external service providers, including auditors, accountants, legal and payroll providers; 
• Oversee administrative procedures and internal financial controls;
• Assist, as appropriate, the work of the Board of Directors and its Committees, in particular the Audit Committee;
• Support fundraising and resource mobilization activities through financial inputs;
• Report to the Managing Director.

Background and Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience;
• Proven experience in financial and administrative management within a foundation, international organization, NGO, or cultural institution, EU organisations or EU governments;
• Strong skills in budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting;
• Experience with grant management and donor-funded programes is an asset;
• Familiarity with Belgian or European non-profit regulatory frameworks is desirable;
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic or start-up environment;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• A proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented approach.