Project Controller (m/f/d) – International Cooperation

• 2 years contract/full-time (39 hours per week)

Your tasks:

• Controlling and monitoring of publicly and privately financed international humanitarian aid and development cooperation projects with focus on
  • Region of the Americas (ROA)
• Ensuring compliance with donor guidelines (German Government, EU, UN organisations) and other standards with regard to German grant law
• Preparation and review of project budgets, financial statements, and requests for funds
• Preparation and monitoring of audits and support in contract management
• Supporting the country offices and project partners on site in the financial management of projects and compliance with donor guidelines

Your profile:

• University degree in the field of economics or project controlling or comparable completed training
• First professional experience (1-3 years) in financial controlling of projects
• Experience with national and international donors and their guidelines is an advantage
• Very good knowledge of MS Office (especially MS Excel) and knowledge of IT-based project management systems (e.g. SAP) would be an advantage
• Good English & Spanish skills are a prerequisite; German and other language skills.
• Working experience in African or Latin American countries is an advantage
• Structured and independent working style
• High level of intercultural competence and very good communication skills
• Team player, flexible, solution-oriented and strong communicator

We offer:

• a modern and well-equipped workplace
• a committed working environment
• a good working atmosphere
• flexible working hours