Financial Controller and Grants Management Officer | BBK-2026-057; Sachbearbeiter/in (w/m/d) mit Schwerpunkt Finanzcontrolling und Zuwendungsrecht

Bundesverwaltungsamt

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Mar 12, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is situated within the Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK) in Bonn, specifically within the Research Coordination unit. As a Financial Controller and Grants Management Officer, you will be responsible for the fundamental coordination of all grant procedures, serving as a technical point of contact for colleagues and conducting secondary reviews of grant notices. Your day-to-day tasks involve managing the research budget, performing financial controlling for the 'Policy' department, and coordinating with high-level stakeholders including the Ministry of the Interior. You will also handle your own portfolio of grant cases from issuance to potential revocation. This position is attractive due to its permanent contract status, flexible working arrangements with up to 60% mobile work, and the opportunity to contribute significantly to Germany's national crisis management infrastructure within a supportive public service environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Bachelor/Diploma) in Administrative Sciences, Economics, or a related field; alternatively, qualification for the elevated non-technical administrative service or a degree as a Certified Administrative Specialist (Verwaltungsfachwirt).

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience in grant law (Zuwendungsrecht)
  • Professional experience in federal or state budgetary law (Haushaltsrecht) is preferred
  • Experience in research funding management is highly desirable
  • Experience in technical team leadership and coordination is an advantage
  • Proven track record in organizational management and service-oriented administration

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must be willing to undergo an extended security clearance (Sicherheitsüberprüfung); must be willing to participate in the BBK crisis organization; occasional planned business travel required; position is based in Bonn.