Job Opening - Operations and Governance Officer

Job Opening - Operations and Governance Officer ( 6 months)

End FGM EU is looking for a Operations and Governance Officer to be responsible for the Network’s daily operations and governance.
The Operations & Governance Officer reports to End FGM EU Director and their role will be to support the management of the daily operations and administrative systems and procedures and lead the governance of the organisation.

Deadline for application: 31st of July 2025, 23:59 (CEST)

Download the full job offer here.

About the End FGM European Network

The End FGM European Network (End FGM EU) is based in Brussels and brings together 32 national organisations in 15 European counties working in the field of female genital mutilation (FGM) as a form of violence against women and girls. It offers a platform for organisations and women and girls affected by FGM to engage directly with European decision makers. The experiences and expertise of member organisations define and guide the network’s calls for European and national political action to end FGM.

For more information: www.endfgm.eu

Role Responsibilities

Operations:

• Ensure the coherent and effective implementation of administrative, financial, and HR guidelines aligning with the overall organizational strategy in collaboration with the Director;

• Support for HR processes and the administration of payslips and salary payments;

• Ensure the HR global wellbeing action plan is imlemented and assist in organising staff development;

• Handling office management-related tasks (e.g. logistical matters, office supplies, mail, phone);

• Researching and implementing innovative procedures and technical solutions to enhance operational efficiency;

• Managing accounts payable and receivable, including drafting and reviewing invoices, and coordinating with external accountants;

• Preparing monthly payments to suppliers and maintain accurate financial records;

• Monitor and tracking of budgets, ensuring financial reports are regularly updated & maintaining compliance with financial procedures;

• Other administrative activities related to the funding received from the European Union and other donors;

• Ensure the application of social regulations and legal obligations within the organisation.

Governance:

• Be the End FGM EU focal point for the members of the Network, and developing & maintaining relations with them;

• Lead the organisation of the General Assembly of the Network;

• Support Director in development & implementation of the work plan;

• Ensure the development & implementation of the Strategic Priorities, and lead the MEL framework & analysis;

• Lead on the capacity building programme for members including the Knowledge Sharing Event;

• Coordinate the Senior & Youth Ambassadors programme;

• Coordinate membership applications, welcoming of new members & other membership issues;

• Keep membership database up-to-date;

• Ensure compliance with our governing documents and keep these up-to-date;

• Organise the logistics of board meetings, in cooperation with the Director.

Other responsibilities:

• As a member of a small and dynamic team, the Operations & Governance Officer is expected to play a full part in the administration, planning and evaluation of the Network’s events together with the other staff members. The post is self-servicing and includes clerical duties.

Please find a more detailed Job Description here.

What we offer

• This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic network interacting daily with organisations passionately committed to women’s rights and ending FGM;
• Location: Brussels, Belgium (with some home-working);
• Full time contract 38h/week;
• This is a fixed-term appointment for 6 months, with the possibility of renewal;
• A competitive monthly salary according to our salary scale and the candidate’s experience, coupled with various benefits:
• In addition to the salary we offer benefits such as meal vouchers, contribution to transport, additional 5 days of holiday & closure of the office in Dec/Jan, working from home allowance, internet allowance, 13th month, mobile phone and hospitalization insurance.

How to Apply

If interested, please apply by sending a CV, and motivation letter to jobs@endfgm.eu with the subject line: “Application: Interim Operations and Governance Officer ” by the 31st of July 11:59pm CEST.

Download the full job offer here.