- Function title: Internal Auditor
- Reference: NOC-DG-2025-AD/1045
- Location: Brussels
- The selected candidate must reside either at this location or within a reasonable proximity that allows for the satisfactory execution of their duties.
- Information about living in Brussels
- Nature of competition: Internal and external competition
- Applicable regulations: Staff regulations governing officials of the EUROCONTROL Agency
- Type of post: Administrator
- Job level: AD6-AD9 - Check salary simulations for the basic grade
- Generic job title: Expert
- Number of posts: 2
- Duration of appointment: 5 Year(s) - extension or conversion of the contract is possible โ see โUseful informationโ section
- Security clearance: EUROCONTROL, NATO or EU Secret
- Directorate/Service: DG/IA - Internal Audit
- Working arrangement: EUROCONTROL operates a hybrid working model that combines onsite presence with remote work opportunities. Remote working is subject to specific limits set out in internal rules and must align with business needs and managerial approval. Please note that full-time remote work is not permitted.
- Competition publication date: 30/10/2025
- Competition closing date: 27/11/2025 (23:59 Brussels time)
- Reserve list: Applicable - See details in the \"Useful information\" section
Your team
Within the Office of the Director General, the Internal Audit provides an impartial and independent appraisal and consultancy function for the Agency. It leads internal controls to help meet the Agency's objectives, while also enhancing risk management effectiveness and evaluating the level of risk associated with the Agency's governance, operations, and information systems.
Your role
Your role will be to:
- Plan and perform internal audits related to the Agencyโs operations, systems and processes such as financial management, program management, IT operations, projects and activities and other areas relevant to governance, risk management, and internal controls.
Required qualifications, experience & competencies
Candidates must fulfil one of the following requirements: Completion of third level studies in a relevant field, meeting EQF Level 7 followed by at least 5 years relevant professional experience or Completion of third level studies in a relevant field, meeting EQF Level 6 followed by at least 6 years relevant professional experience.Refer to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) Internal candidates can check on the intranet to see what level of in-house experience is considered equivalent to educational qualifications where appropriate. An internationally recognised professional qualification is a prerequisite for this post, for example: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) Experience with International Internal Auditing Standards. Experience in the use of data analytics and other audit tools and management and control systems. Knowledge and experience in IT Auditing. Knowledge and experience in IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards). Knowledge of similar international organizations would be an asset. Knowledge of ATM would be an asset. Analytical thinking: you analyse information and identify relationships. Quality focus: You set and foster high quality standards. Communication: you are able to foster two-way communication. Teamwork: You foster teamwork. Planning & Organising: you plan ahead and adapt as required. Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment. Professional conduct in line with the corporate behaviours of the Agency, i.e. result-driven, readiness to change, customer focus, integrity and team-player approach. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. For this particular job, candidates must be proficient users of English at level C1. The selected candidate will be required to become a basic user of French at level A1 before the end of the probation period.
The levels relate to the European-framework-reference Common European Framework of References for languages (CEFR).
Useful information
Applications will be accepted from nationals of EUROCONTROL Member States only. The selected candidate may be required to provide documentary evidence confirming they meet the minimum education requirements. They will be informed if and when specific evidence is needed. Please note that no offer (for external candidates) or appointment (for internal candidates) will be made until the necessary evidence, if required, is validated. The selected candidate will be offered a contract for a duration of 5 Year(s) in accordance with the provisions of the Staff Regulations governing officials at EUROCONTROL. This contract may be renewed for a total duration of up to nine (9) years, or it may be converted into an undetermined contract. The selected candidate must successfully complete a probationary period of nine (9) months before being established in the post. Internal candidatesIf selected, the person will keep their current type of appointment duration (undetermined or determined).
The internal staff member with a determined contract will be offered, in principle, an appointment for 5 Year(s) with a maximum total duration of 9 years. The successful candidate shall be appointed at the grade set out in this vacancy notice, or if a group of grades has been published for a job level, in principle at the basic grade of the published job level. Candidates declared suitable who are not selected for the post will be placed on a reserve list for similar roles. The reserve list will be valid for one year from the closing date of applications. Information on salary and benefits can be found on our Careers site EUROCONTROL is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality and diversity. In the event of equal merit, preference may be given to the applicant from the under-represented diversity characteristics in order to complement diversity of teams and rebalance the workforce. Candidates should go to our Careers site and read the tips on how to apply.