Budget Accounting Assistant Finance And Contracts Assistant In The Foreign Policy Instruments FPI - Local Agent Group II

The European Union Delegation to Thailand is looking for: Budget/Accounting Assistant (Finance and Contracts Assistant) in the Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI) - Local Agent Group II

We are

FPI staff around the globe are proud of the work that they are achieving and have a strong sense of purpose and motivation. They take, and value, a high level of personal responsibility. A policy-driven approach, a focus on priorities, solutions and impact, combined with a welcoming and supporting atmosphere, are part of the service’s corporate culture. The service promotes professionalism and teamwork, encourages commitment and promotes respect. It also seeks to embed trust and fairness while prioritising effective communication at all levels.

The Service reports directly to the HR/VP. The Service works in close cooperation with the other Commission services, as well as with the EEAS, both in headquarters and in delegations.

The EU Delegation in Bangkok represents the European Union in Thailand, working in close coordination with the Embassies of the EU Member States. The Delegation ensures bilateral relations with Thailand in the political, economic, trade and other co-operation areas. Additionally, it manages EU external cooperation programmes both at bilateral and regional level.

Within the EU Delegation to Thailand, operates the FPI Regional Team for Asia/Pacific (RT). Established in 2017, the RT is the hub of a wider presence of FPI in Asia, consisting of 27 staff in 6 EU delegations (Australia, China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Thailand). The RT closely cooperates with 27 EU Delegations in the Asia/Pacific region, with FPI HQ and all relevant internal and external stakeholders to conceptualise, formulate and implement activities funded through the Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI), under the Multi Annual Financial Framework (MFF) 2021-2027, as well as the Partnership Instrument (PI) and the Instrument contributing to Stability and Peace (IcSP) under the MFF 2014-2020.

Within The RT Operates a Finance And Contracts Cell (FC Cell) Consisting Of 7 Staff (6 In Bangkok And 1 In China). Team Spirit, a Strong Sense Of Initiative And Responsibility Are a Common Feature Of All Team Members. The FC Cell Work In Close Contact With All EU Delegations In The Region And With The Unit FPI.4 In HQ, Which Is In Charge Of Three Main Areas Whose Overall Purposes Are

• Financial management: to ensure sound financial management of operations under the responsibility of FPI, giving assurance to the Authoring Officer that transactions are legal, regular and comply with the contractual and financial rules in force.
• Budget and Accounts: to lead, oversee and report on the annual budgetary procedure in relation to all FPI-managed instruments/operations and to ensure reliability of accounts.
• Planning Reporting, Evaluation: to lead the Strategic Planning and Programming cycle, report on results and performance, evaluate outcomes, manage ABAC/CRIS and OPSYS systems access rights and provide support.
  
  

The Unit also acts as focal point for relations with other institutions, internal briefing coordination and administration of FPI staff missions.

We propose

An attractive position as Finance and Contracts Assistant in the Finance and Contracts cell of the FPI Regional Team - Asia&Pacific in Bangkok (RT) under the supervision of the Head of RT and the Head of the Finance and Contracts cell. The jobholder will be requested to support the finance and contracts aspects of FPI action in Asia/Pacific under the PI, the ICSP and the NDICI.

We look for

We look for a motivated colleague with experience in financial and contractual management of projects.

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The Job Requires a Strong Sense Of Responsibility. S/he Should Be Able To Work Independently, Take Her/his Own Initiative And Be An Excellent Team Player. The Candidate

• Must have a post-secondary education in accounting, business administration or relevant discipline attested by a diploma, or a secondary education in accounting or relevant discipline attested by a diploma giving access to post-secondary education, and appropriate professional experience of minimum three years on top of the 3 years required below.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience in application of rules and procedures relating to the management of projects, contracts, payments, audits for public administrations and/or the private sector.
• Relevant experience in accounting/analysis of invoices would be an asset.
• Relevant experience with projects funded by the EU or other international organisations would also be considered as an asset.
• Excellent English verbal & written communication skills are required.
• Good command of Office automation tools (Excel, Outlook, document creation and management, ICT systems, etc.) is required.
  
  

Employment conditions

The contract is initially for two years and may be renewed based on an assessment of the continuing need for the position and the employees performance in meeting evolving job requirements. A probationary period of nine months applies.

The base salary, which is subject to local taxes, will be determined by relevant and verified professional experience, typically starting from 97,361 Baht per month. The salary will be adjusted based on the exact duration of professional experience, which must be supported by work certificates.

In addition to the basic salary, the employee will receive a 13th-month salary, a transportation allowance, a child allowance, 20 days of annual leave, and medical coverage.

How To Apply

Please submit your application by the deadline of 16/09/2025 at 17:00 Bangkok time.

Your Application Must Include

• A cover letter
• A CV created using the Europass template (you can find the link here:
  
  

https://europass.europa.eu/en/create-europass-cv

Please send your application to eeasjobs-199@eeas.europa.eu

Please note that only complete applications received by the deadline will be considered and only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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