Position Title: Administrative and Financial Officer

Duty Station: Cascais, Portugal

Type of Appointment: Fixed-term renewable contract

The European Public Law Organization (EPLO is recruiting an Administrative and Financial Officer for its Regional Branch in Cascais, Portugal.

Tasks and responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Director of the EPLO Regional Branch in Cascais , the  Administrative and Financial Officer will be responsible for:
•    Assisting the Director in the administrative and financial management of the Branch.
•    Performing all daily administrative and financial tasks.
•    Organizing and managing  the Branch’s activities such as events , conferences, and meetings.
•    Organizing and maintain all Branch documents and archives, managing incoming and outgoing correspondence and  arranging travel and accommodation.
•    Assisting the EPLO Director General for Education in the implementation of the EPLO educational activities.
•    Supporting the European Law and Governance School (ELGS) of EPLO in all educational activities including degree programs , summer schools, trainings, workshops, conferences and study visits.
•    Assisting the Director of the Global Rule of Law Institute in the administration and  research work of the Institute.
•    Assisting the Global Rule of Law Commission in its mission and activities.
•    Driving the official EPLO car when needed and monitoring its maintenance. 

Required qualifications

•    A university degree from an accredited academic institution in any field, preferably in Law, Political Science, Social Sciences, Economics, Management, Public Administration, International Relations or any other related field.
•    A Master’s degree in any of the above fields will be considered an asset.
•    Fluency (oral and written) in English.
•    Knowledge of the Portuguese language will be considered an asset.
•    At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
•    Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills in English.
•    Computer proficiency in standard software applications (MS Office, etc.)
•    Ability to work as part of a diverse team.
•    Excellent organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and a strong sense of thoroughness, accuracy, and consistency.
•    Experience in an international and multi-cultural environment will be appreciated.
•    A valid driving licence.

The Administrative and Financial Officer will be a staff member of the EPLO and therefore an international civil servant.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV in Europass format and a cover letter, in English, to hr@eplo.int  quoting the title of the  position(s) they are applying for, by Monday 23rd March 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.