Employment & Study Bulletin
Content
Introduction 1
Outpost C&D events 1
Vacancies within 2
Shell / Outpost
Vacancies via 3
Recruitment agencies
Vacancies within 7
International
Organisations
Vacancies in Non- 13
Profit Organisations
Vacancies in 18
Educational
Organisations
Internships/ 20
Volunteering
Courses, workshops 22
and events from other
organisations
International 23
Employers
Job Boards 25
Networking 25
C&D Library 26
Recommended
Websites 26
8 July 2014
EMPLOYMENT & STUDY
BULLETIN
*Workshop: LinkedIn for job seekers (FULL),
Thursday 10 July, 10:00 - 12:30
Did you know that the Netherlands has (percentage wise) the highest number of
LinkedIn profiles in the world? The Dutch love social media and use it frequently!
This career and development workshop offers information on using social media
for job seeking. We will focus on LinkedIn, the most popular online business
network. Please note, this workshop is for beginner level. We will be looking at:
The value of online networking for job seekers;
The look and feel of a LinkedIn profile;
Privacy aspects of LinkedIn;
Networking on LinkedIn; and
How to use LinkedIn for job seeking.
Welcome Morning - Tuesday 12 August, 09:30 – 10:30
If you are a Shell employee or partner, newly arrived in The Hague or just looking
for some information, please join our Welcome Morning at the Shell HQ. Children
are welcome but please note that no childcare will be provided. You are also
welcome to attend a follow-on workshop from 10:30 - 11:30 on ‘Living Amongst
the Dutch’. Please let us know if you are coming at [email protected]
*Workshop Job Search Strategies – Thursday 14 August, 10:00 - 12:30
This workshop offers practical information on how to organise and plan your job
hunting strategy. We will be looking at:
How employers recruit;
Different job search methods and the best ways to use them;
Creative career networking approaches; and
How to organise your job searching strategy.
*Please note that places are allocated on a first come first served basis, and that
provision for children has not been made.
For more information or to register, please e-mail: [email protected]
RANDSTAD AREA
In the Employment & Study Bulletin, the Career & Development (C&D) Team at
Outpost The Hague prepare and distribute information on English-speaking
employment opportunities in the Randstad area. We send this to Shell expatriate
and repatriate partners who are looking for employment or career and
development opportunities. Due to space limitations this Bulletin contains only
selected elements of job adverts. We recommend using the links or contact
details provided to obtain the original vacancies prior to any application. This
email is intended solely for Shell Partners. We kindly request you to do not
forward or share the contents.
CAREER & DEVELOPMENT EVENTS
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SHELL JOBS
If you are interested in full-time job opportunities and to apply for a position within Shell refer to the
careers page of Shell’s website at: www.shell.com/global/aboutshell/careers/professionals/job-
search2.html
Shell also places job vacancies on LinkedIn. For current vacancies visit:
www.linkedin.com/jsearch?company=Shell&searchLocationType=I&countryCode=nl&keepFacets=keep
Facets&page_num=1&pplSearchOrigin=MDYS&sortCriteria=R
Shell uses the Dutch temporary employment agency Unique to source applicants for administrative,
secretarial and commercial positions: www.unique.nl (updated daily). Search Shell vacancies by typing
‘Shell’ in trefwoord (keyword).
Personal Assistant (Full time), The Hague
Support Training Department (Full time), The Hague
For more information and to apply visit:
www.unique.nl/365/Alle-Vacatures.html?query= (shell) &filter=&fromzip.maxdist=50
OUTPOST VACANCIES
Career & Development Advisor - Outpost The Hague (Closing date: 18 July)
Career & Development Team at Outpost The Hague (maximum 3 year contract)
Part Time, 3 days per week (21 hours), 9:00 – 16:30
The successful candidate will be selected by Outpost The Hague, but employed via Unique.
Starting date: 15 September
The main focus of the advisor’s role is to provide high quality career-related information, advice and
coaching to Shell expatriate and repatriate partners who are from diverse professional backgrounds
and cultures.
Responsibilities:
Design and present career related workshops;
Research, contribute to and edit Outpost C&D publications;
Update and maintain the client data base, ensuring client confidentiality is upheld;
Complete various core tasks and undertake routine administrative duties;
Provide one- to-one career and personal development advise; and
Build networks and knowledge of career & development opportunities in the Netherlands.
Profile:
Due to the nature of the services Outpost provides, Shell partners are preferred;
Confident in hosting and presenting workshops and events;
Interviewing, coaching or counseling experience would be an advantage;
Working experience in the Netherlands is an advantage;
Able to relate to clients and their career challenges;
A strong team player willing to assist colleagues when needed;
Excellent communication skills;
Fluent in English essential, Dutch is an advantage; and
Proficient in Microsoft office.
Please send your CV and cover letter to Anna Seery (Outpost Focal Point), [email protected]
Candidates selected for an interview will be required to prepare a short presentation of 5-10 minutes
on a topic of their choosing, as part of the selection process. Interviews will be held on 24 July.
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VACANCIES VIA RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
Recruitment agencies including multi-lingual vacancies:
Authentiek www.authentiek.nu
Adams’ Multilingual Recruitment www.adamsrecruitment.nl
Bilingual People www.bilingualpeople.nl
Blue Lynx www.bluelynx.com
Hays recruiting Expert www.hays.nl
Kelly Services www.dutchisnotrequired.nl
Octagon Professionals www.octagon.nl
Partnerjob.com www.partnerjob.com
Quava Project Recruitment www.quava.eu
Undutchables www.undutchables.nl
Unique Multilingual Services www.uniquemls.com
YER Recruiters www.yer.nl
Overview multilingual vacancies on Together Abroad
www.togetherabroad.nl/index.php/page/mailings/command/showarticle/artid/18879/bb/1/catid/91481
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Recruiter EMEA, Schiphol
Electronics For Imaging (EFI) - headquartered in Silicon Valley, California with worldwide offices,
EFI researches, invents and delivers next-generation digital technology that brings brands, ideas and
images to life for businesses globally.
Responsibilities:
Develop/coordinate sourcing work plans for positions (e.g. internal referrals, third party
recruiters) by reviewing position requirements and gathering information from hiring
managers to ensure a qualified, diverse candidate pool;
Develop and maintain relationships with external talent sources;
Coordinate the development and distribution of recruitment marketing materials for use by
recruitment sources to ensure a means to identify, source, and attract talent;
Develop the work plan and schedule for candidate selection processes (including testing,
assessment, debrief and salary offer) based on input from the hiring managers and candidates
to ensure efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness of the talent acquisition process;
Prepare & submit reports for compliance with government requirements for assigned region;
Use technology solutions that enable talent acquisition practices and processes;
Assist in the implementation employment arrangements to facilitate the global mobility of
associates throughout the system; and
Manage recruitment projects to ensure successful delivery (on time, within budget, meeting
agreed upon success criteria) by establishing clear goals and accountabilities; identify
potential issues/risks and developing contingency plans.
Profile:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience;
At least 5 years relevant experience;
Knowledge in the regional or global talent acquisition disciplines, candidate sourcing and
selection methodologies, and the ability to help ensure a positive candidate experience;
Knowledge of data analysis methods, including the ability to analyze and interpret data;
Making (external and internal) contacts a primary focus of one's actions; developing and
sustaining productive customer relationships; creating and executing plans and solutions in
collaboration with the customer;
Knowledge of retention requirements (e.g., type, duration) for employment or HR information;
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Knowledge of and ability to establish and monitor diversity goals;
Demonstrates understanding of impact from actions and/or work relationship with others;
Knowledge of systems, processes, and interrelationships of data transfers;
Knowledge of information and procedures used to determine position requirements; and
Fluent in English and preferably also in 2nd European language; French, German or Spanish.
For more information, visit:
https://electronicsforimaging-
openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=2040&company_id=16390&
version=1&jobBoardId=1112
Russian Liaison Support Officer, The Hague
ATG Europe – For one of our main customers, the European Space Agency, you will be assigned to
the ExoMars programme to support the international cooperation between ESA and Roscosmos. You
will report to the Head of the ExoMars Project Control Section, who is responsible for project control
and administrative functions and facilities necessary for the preparation and execution of the ExoMars
2016 Mission and 2018 Mission.
Responsibilities:
Support the management of the Russian liaison for the ExoMars 2016 Mission and 2018
Mission;
Prepare translations of documentation to and from Russian to English and vice-versa for ESA;
Provide technical real-time translation support for Russian/European project meetings,
teleconferences and other ad-hoc communications;
Support regular visits to Russian facilities in order to develop the establishment of common
approaches between Russian and European engineering teams for technical and programmatic
work of the ExoMars missions;
Support and facilitate the drafting and approval of bi-lingual documents;
Provide minutes of meetings in bi-lingual form;
Facilitate action tracking, follow-up on action closure and provide relevant reports & statistics;
Prepare Minutes of Meetings, reports on site visits and prepare reports on the progress of the
developing Russian/European cooperation;
Assist in the establishment of Russian/European technical and programmatic interfaces within
the ExoMars programme and its various mission elements (ground segment, spacecraft,
payload, launcher), including supporting the establishment of the relevant interface
documentation;
Participate in the establishment of baseline documents and plans in the frame of the
Russian/European cooperation;
Assist in the identification of potential problem areas and proposing mitigation actions,
preparing reports as required; and
Support the Head of the ExoMars Project Control Section in executing his duties.
Profile:
Experience is essential in Russian/European cooperation in the frame of technology
development projects;
Applicants should have a good working background in Russian/European translation services
and the ability to establish/utilize advanced real-time translation techniques. Furthermore the
applicant shall have fundamental understanding of contract and documentation management,
risk and change management and other disciplines related to the tasks described above.
Applicants are expected to demonstrate good organisation skills, the ability to synthesise
information and a capability to work in a team environment;
Applicants must be willing to travel;
The post is located at one of the ExoMars Russian partner’s premises in the Moscow region.
The working language of the Agency is English; Russian language is required.
Applicants are expected to demonstrate good organisation skills, an ability to synthesise
information and a capability to work in a team environment;
The working language of the Agency is English; Russian language is required;
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MBA with a least 4 years of relevant experience;
Knowledge of computer systems and information/planning/coordination tools (e.g. Esa-p,
Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project) is essential;
High level of initiate autonomy, and professional maturity is required to carry out complex
tasks and with a high level of responsibility; and
Ability to rapidly understand and adapt to ESA specific context and environment including ESA
corporate IT applications. Past experience with ESA in relevant activities is an asset.
For more information, visit:
www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/16997508?trk=vsrp_jobs_res_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3A48080
031403792529348%2CVSRPtargetId%3A16997508%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary
Service Coordinator Marine Electronics (Native English), Dordrecht
Undutchables Recruitment Agency
Responsibilities:
Respond to telephone and e-mail requests from partners, dealers and customers requesting
assistance;
Enter and track service requests to CRM and ERP systems;
Generate service status reports;
Proactively communicate and collaborate with all internal and external parties engaged in
delivering onboard services;
Successfully engage in multiple service requests, reports or follow-ups with Service Managers;
Work independently to close open RMAs, follow-ups and appointments made by technicians;
Creation of reports, invoices and quotations for on board service as requested; and
Training coordination, administration and maintaining records for Certified Dealers and
Technicians.
Profile:
Excellent verbal and written English communication (Native Level);
Knowledgeable in marine electronics;
Strong administration skills;
Ability to develop strong relationships with partners, customers and Service Managers;
Comfortable to interact with customers in writing and via email;
Advanced computer skills, especially MS Office (Excel);
Customer Service focus and the drive to make things happen; and
Flexibility towards working outside the standard 9-5 working hours.
For more information, visit:
www.togetherabroad.nl/jobs/job-service-coordinator-marine-electronics-native-level-english-speaker-
kg-dordrecht-501477-31.html
Regional Business Development Manager – Mobility Services Expat, Amsterdam
Michael Page - The Crown Worldwide Group headquartered in Hong Kong, provides
transportations, relocation services, logistics and storage services from offices in nearly 60 countries.
Services include international and domestic household goods shipments, departure and destination
services, fine arts transportation, records management, freight forwarding, third-party distribution,
wine storage, specialized logistics services and global mobility.
We are currently seeking an experienced Regional Business Development Manager for their Dutch and
Swedish markets. In this role you will be accountable for generating new business across the breadth
of the CWM service portfolio focusing primarily on medium to large and key accounts.
Responsibilities:
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Line Management responsibilities for local Business Development Manager(s) within each
branch location within the region;
Work closely with account managers and implementation teams to ensure new business is
embedded effectively and securely into the Crown service delivery model;
Work closely with account managers to develop multiple contact points within existing Moving
Services clients to grow service portfolio;
Maintain a thoroughly comprehensive understanding of the various brand propositions Crown
takes to market and ensure these are effectively communicated internally and externally;
Seek opportunities to find and develop strategic alignments with relevant service providers to
further Crown's business development objectives;
Prepare detailed assessments of client's needs and respond with exceedingly high quality
proposals and commercial offerings (whether through a formal RFP process or on ad hoc
basis) in a highly consultative fashion;
Initiate and lead client events, workshops and seminars to explore Global Mobility issues and
position Crown as the industry expert;
Prepare meaningful monthly and quarterly business development reports to demonstrate
progress against KPIs, pipeline health, and (quarterly) market trends; and
Assist with strategic and ad hoc projects as and when required.
Profile:
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the global mobility marketplace and has specific
experience of managing a global mobility function;
Experience of target customers/markets, existing competitors in the marketplace;
Demonstrates sound knowledge of best in class vendor management practices and models;
Understands the technology landscape for mobility management solutions;
Demonstrates an understanding of contractual terms typical within mobility engagements and
be able to communicate the risks and opportunities within clients terms of trade to senior
management stakeholders;
Maintains an active personal network of mobility professionals;
Is a driven new business developer with an absolute focus on results;
A self-starter, flexible/adaptable in an international team environment;
Excellent listener and communicator, both verbally and in writing;
Fluent in English and preferable and other European language; and
Ability to travel.
For more information and to apply, visit:
http://www.michaelpage.nl/job-offer/166264-regional-business-development-manager.html
Reporting Assistant (Native English), Leidschendam
For an international company in The Hague area, we are looking for an English native technical
processing and reporting assistant with excellent Word and Excel skills.
Responsibilities:
Proofreading reports and correct English spelling and grammar mistakes, as well as paying
attention to detail and to business style;
Formatting reports in compliance with the business style in Word;
Creating templates;
Compiling and analysing the department hours per project and compare with budgeted hours;
Tracking department budget;
Assisting new employees with their logins, set up of workstation, PSO and internet accounts;
Assisting for general office duties; and
Covering P&R Assistant duties when required, such as: report compilation, update the Report
Register, file and archive project data.
Profile:
Native English speaker;
At least 2 year in an assistant or secretarial position;
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Technical affinity;
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel 2010 or later;
Basic accounting and HTML skills; and
Accuracy, eye for detail, independent, hands on mentality, team player.
For more information, visit:
https://www.gus.nl/vacature/native-english-speaking-reporting-assistant-with-technical-affinity-
leidschendam-357036?so=16&utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed
Blue Lynx Recruitment Agency
Senior Java Developer, Amsterdam Region
The world’s largest global provider dedicated to banking and payments technologies, is looking for a
Senior Java Developer to join their Amsterdam based team. The next Senior Java developer will be
working in an international project team collaborating together to the development of the company’s
banking software products, most of the time at customer’s site.
Click to read & apply online…
Facilities Supervisor, The Hague Region
A world leader in the crude oil industry and a world leader in natural gas reserves, highly respected
and extremely prestigious are looking for a Facilities Supervisor. When you are looking to work in a
dynamic, multicultural and multilingual organisation in The Hague then read further.
Click to read & apply online…
Events and Membership Manager – Amsterdam Region
A US and Singapore based non-profit corporation, devoted to the promotion and improvement of
higher education in business administration and management, are looking for an Events & Membership
Manager to work in their new office which they are opening in Amsterdam. This person will be
responsible for daily operations including the management of initiatives to achieve membership
growth and retention goals, member integration and assisting the Senior Vice President, EMEA in
membership and accreditation development. Interviews will take place at the end of July/beginning of
August.
Click to read & apply
Vice President Senior Networking Engineer - Amsterdam Region
A leading global diversified provider of financial information services is looking for a Vice President -
Senior Networking Engineer for their Infrastructure team, to lead service improvement and
engineering project deployment work. The successful candidate will be working closely with the
business and infrastructure groups and should demonstrate high technical skills and real life
experience in the enterprise networks support and design.
Click to read & apply online…
VACANCIES IN INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS
Resource Coordinator, Rijswijk
A global manufacturing and technology company
Responsibilities:
Resources planning on projects;
Forecasting of resource requirements by compiling all relevant project data;
Maintain resource related data within Clarity;
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Coordinator for CBO resources;
Search and selection of contractors, administer service contracts and general agreements;
Responsible for timely and correct hour registration for the Projects Department;
Provide support to operations staff by ensuring supplies and equipment are readily available;
Assist in development of policies, procedures and training manuals;
Collect operational date and incorporate date into organized tracking logs;
Maintain well documented, organized and up-to-date project files & safety administration
process; and
Review client comments and ensure that all necessary report/date corrections are completed.
Profile:
At least 3 years of relevant experience in resources coordination;
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level in related field;
Computer Literate (MS Office, with excellent knowledge of Excel);
Familiar with Emerson divisions and products; and
Verbal and written communication skills fluent in Dutch and English.
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.emerson.com/en-US/about/careers/search/_layouts/careers.aspx?
Graduate opportunity: Unilever Future Leaders Programme
The Unilever Future Leaders Programme gives you real responsibility from day one, so you get to
develop on the job as well as through formal learning. You can drive your career to wherever you
want it to be and to go, be it at a local level, or around the world.
Follow this link for the application process:
www.unilever.com/careers-jobs/graduates/application-process
Material Scientist, Bergen op Zoom
SABIC - headquartered in Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), a manufacturers of chemicals, fertilizers, plastics
and metals.
Responsibilities:
Develop technical expertise in SABIC and competitive materials;
Create and manage technical programs from start to commercialization in partnership with
cross-functional stakeholders;
Define a Technical strategy for Electrical industry based on customer inputs and emerging
market needs, in close collaboration with Marketing;
Identify, evaluate and develop external relationships with strategic partners; and
Provide technical leadership to build intellectual property framework for key application
segments in the Electrical industry.
Profile:
M.S. or Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Polymer Chemistry, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry,
Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or equivalent degree;
More than 3 year experience in Electrical applications e.g., connectors, wire & cable,
insulation, energy storage;
Experience with thermoplastics, thermosets or non-polymeric materials;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
Experience in working effectively with customers and in global teams.
For more information, visit:
www.stepstone.nl/banen--MATERIAL-SCIENTIST-Bergen-op-Zoom-SABIC--380511-
inline.html?cid=MsearchE_Jobrapido_A-B-C-F-P_AJobs
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Web Search Evaluator (Part Time), Work from home
Appen - a language technology solutions and consulting firm
Responsibilities:
You will evaluate the quality and relevance of the Internet for our top clients;
This involves contemplating user intent, comparing web pages, and then determining which
one has the best relevance;
We will provide you with standards and scoring guidelines, personal support and training;
Before you receive your first assignment you will complete a qualification process of 5-30
hours over a 1-3 week period; and
Once accepted on a project, you must meet consistent service levels that measure the
accuracy of your work.
Profile:
A passionate and avid interest in working with the Internet;
Experience with Web browsers in navigating a variety of content;
A broad interest and current knowledge of web-based culture, media, sports, news, and
business;
The flexibility and patience to learn in an environment of changing standards and tasks;
The willingness to seek guidance and coaching when uncertain;
Strong attention to detail and ability to focus and maintain accuracy in a time-sensitive
environment;
The ability to work independently with effective time management skills;
Fluency in written and verbal English;
Excellent research skills, critical thinking and decision making skills;
Excellent troubleshooting, communication and problem-solving skills;
Technology requirements:
Personal Windows Computer or laptop that runs Windows 7 or above;
A high-speed Internet connection; and
Basic aptitude for installing applications, and troubleshooting and addressing software issues
with limited support.
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.careerbuilder.nl/INTL/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?job_did=J3H4905VT5JPLRBLN15&si
teid=int_nlindeedpd&show=yes
International Court of Justice, The Hague
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations (UN).
The Court’s role is to settle, in accordance with international law, legal disputes submitted to it by
States and to give advisory opinions on legal questions referred to it by authorized United Nations
organs and specialized agencies. They currently have the following vacancies:
Translator/Reviser (English) (Closing date: 31 July)
Librarian/Head of the Documents Division and Library of the Court (Closing date: 25
August)
Proofreader/Copy Preparer (French) (Closing date: 27 August)
For more information, visit:
www.icj-cij.org/registry/index.php?p1=2&p2=5&p3=3
Business Consultant (Finance), Amsterdam
The Philips Internal Audit team is a global team with the goal of providing risk assurance to our
executive management and supervisory board across a number of key operational areas in their
Healthcare, Lighting and Consumer Lifestyle businesses.
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Responsibilities:
You will join in one of our teams and be responsible for delivering high impact audit reviews
addressing Philips risks;
You will lead and participate in audit reviews addressing strategic or business risks of Philips;
The reviews will be prepared, executed and reported in line with world-class audit standards;
When leading a review you are the prime responsible establishing and maintaining a
professional relationship with senior management and their teams;
Participate in risk workshops establishing risk profiles for sectors or business groups/units;
Acting as a trusted Partner to the business you can work creatively and analytically in a
problem-solving environment as well as think through complex challenges and deliver results;
Actively providing peer feedback and coaching to your colleagues throughout the audit
engagements; and
You will also join a Knowledge Management Community, engaging in best-practice sharing,
knowledge accumulation and actively share your knowledge with other Philips Internal Audit
peers.
Profile:
Hold a Finance functional experience in a large corporation;
You do NOT have to have internal audit experience;
An academic qualification. Professional certifications are not essential, but highly recognized;
Able to travel 50-70% domestically and internationally;
Fluency in English, both written and verbal;
We expect you to have a high drive and energy;
Being a team player is essential. As all reviews are done in a team you have a proven ability
to foster, build and manage a team-oriented environment;
You have excellent (written and oral) communication skills and know how to engage
constructively with senior management and deal
with significant exposure environments; and
You are self-confident, accurate, persistent, and resilient and display high standards of
integrity.
For more information, and to apply:
http://jobs.philips.com/nh-amsterdam-nld/business-consultant-
finance/B6FEA0D3A80F468A91D7AA09EC79D840/job/
European Space Agency in Noordwijk has the following vacancies:
Ground Support Systems Software Engineer (Closing date: 21 July)
Mechanical Engineer (Closing date: 22 July)
Dependability and Safety Engineer (Closing date: 18 July)
Radio Navigation Security Officer (Closing date: 18 July)
Mechanisms Engineer (Closing date: 21 July)
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.esa.int/About_Us/Careers_at_ESA/Vacancies
Senior Specialist (Microsoft.NET Developer), The Hague (Closing date: 4 August)
Europol - European Police Office is the European law enforcement agency
Responsibilities:
Lead the development streams in a project, performing effort estimates, assigning tasks to
other developers, following up on the overall progress, ensuring overall quality and providing
status reports to the project manager, when required;
Able to analyze and amend software errors in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide
status reports to project manager and team lead;
Develop software and create & perform unit tests, integration tests and performance tests;
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Create and maintain project-related technical documentation, including design and
deployment documentation, in cooperation with the Architecture Team; and
Perform any other related tasks as requested by the line manager.
Profile:
At least 6 years of experience in Software Development;
Professional experience in the following areas: Tasking, coordinating and supervising the work
of other developers;
Performing effort estimates based on models; Iterative software development methodologies;
Custom-software development and integration projects; and
Microsoft .NET technologies, including ASP.NET; Professional knowledge of: MS SQL Server
and/or Oracle; and continuous integration practices and experience with using a CI-server
(e.g. TFS, Team City, etc).
For more information, and to apply:
http://jobseurope.net/job/33033/senior-specialist-%e2%80%93-microsoft-net-developer-ad7-at-
europol-european-police-office/
Sales Support Representative (Native German), Barendrecht
Superior Manufacturing Group - one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of dust control
and industrial floor matting. For our German desk we are looking for a Sales Support Representative
Responsibilities:
Sales Support Representative assures excellent service levels to our B2B distributor customers
in Germany, Austria and Switzerland;
Prepares and follows up on price quotations, processes orders and handles feedback in an well
organized and timely manner;
Processes multiple information requests and gives product and application advice to existing
and prospective customers; and
Actively promotes the company’s services and (new) products to prospects and existing
customers.
Profile:
Sales /Business background (HBO / Higher Business Education / Fachhochschule-Universität);
Minimum two years of customer service or sales related experience;
Proficiency in the various Microsoft Office software packages and ERP and CRM systems;
Excellent communication skills in German and English are required; and
Language qualifications: German (Native Speaker Level), English (Business Level), both
written and spoken.
For more information about the company: www.notrax.eu
For more information about the role, you can contact Michel Overvoorde at [email protected]
Marketing Communication Specialist (Native English), The Hague
I-Optics - international company in the development of eye diagnosis solutions.
Responsibilities:
Execute the marketing communication strategy and keep this up to date;
Develop, initiate and manage marketing campaigns in collaboration with marketing & sales;
Develop marketing copy for promotional materials, regarding our various target groups;
Build online presence towards online user and customer community;
Optimize leverage and peer-influence within networked (social media) community;
Create and execute various promotional materials, such as advertisements, brochures, flyers,
Direct Mail and press releases;
Maintain good working relationships with several suppliers;
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Coordinate publications; and
Develop and maintain strategical relationships with publishers and partners.
Profile:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in marketing or communication related field;
At least three years of provable experience in the marketing communication field;
Affinity with the ophthalmology or optometry market;
Exceptional communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing;
Native English background is a strong advantage;
Knowledge of Photoshop, illustrator, indesign, HTML basics and CSS basics advantageous;
You are experienced in writing commercial copy;
You have an entrepreneurial attitude, work independently and result driven;
You are flexible, creative, a team player, proactive, can do attitude and a self-starter; and
You can handle and manage deadlines.
For a full job description, and to apply:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/10500511?trk=vsrp_jobs_res_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3
A1238026841403704937102%2CVSRPtargetId%3
A10500511%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary
Marketing Coordinator - USA, Rotterdam
ISM eCompany - Sana Commerce is an e-commerce solution, specifically designed for Microsoft
Dynamics.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for outward marketing materials, e.g. Sana Commerce website and social media;
Writing and distributing press releases and new items;
Contact with clients to write reference cases;
Set up mailings and process outcomes;
Develop whitepapers and brochures;
Help partners with setting up events and telephone campaigns; and
Assist the Partner Account Manager in the USA.
Profile:
You have a commercial drive, or want to develop this drive;
You are creative and are interested in marketing and communication;
You are target oriented and capable to discover opportunities to expose and exploit;
You are a near native speaker and writer in (American) English;
Affinity with IT and e-Commerce is an advantage;
You are available for a minimum of 12 hours a week; and
The working hours are flexible to plan. We will take into account busy school periods (such as
exam periods).
For more information, visit:
www.indeed.nl/vacature-
bekijken?jk=5b7bc997df4b9afa&q=native+american&from=ifa&utm_source=publisher&utm_medium
=cpc&utm_campaign=newifa
ISM eCompany is also looking for:
Agent Lead Generation - American/USA English, Rotterdam
For full job description, visit:
www.indeed.nl/vacature-
bekijken?jk=fdf6fc4471e3e381&q=native+american&from=ifa&utm_source=publisher&utm_medium=
cpc&utm_campaign=newifa
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VACANCIES IN NON-PROFIT ORGANISATIONS
Global Fund Coordinating Officer, The Hague
Tuberculosis Foundation (KNCV) - international non-profit organization dedicated to fighting
tuberculosis.
Responsibilities:
Serve as the liaison between the Global Fund, KNCV, its partners and the funding agencies;
Work in close coordination with the Global Fund, technical partners, including WHO/TBTEAM,
the Stop TB Partnership, donors and other relevant stakeholders;
Support and coordinate KNCV and its partners in Global Fund implementation through country
field visits, and distant assistance;
Review, map and analyze work plans from a Global Fund perspective;
Collect best practices and lessons learned of Global Fund implementation in countries;
Ensure Global Fund related high-quality technical assistance is provided at country level, while
avoiding any duplication of efforts among the partners;
Work closely with KNCV staff and partners at country level to help monitoring the Global Fund
implementation and resolve bottlenecks; and
Establish and maintain a system to compile, analyze and report data on Global Fund grants in
all KNCV projects.
Profile:
Excellent up-to-date knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in relation to global policy and
Global Fund;
At least four years of experience in project management in an international environment;
Master's degree in social sciences or a related field from an accredited college or university;
Excellent English language skills (speaking and writing);
Additional skills of other languages (e.g. Russian) are an advantage;
Willing to travel abroad frequently.
The ability to develop, manage and coordinate projects between coalition partners and with
Ministries of Health and other partners at national level;
Leadership and decision making;
Networking, diplomacy and coordination;
The ability to perform tasks independently within a set policy framework;
Ability to work-proactively and work well in a team; and
Ability to develop and maintain efficient working relationships among project staff,
subcontractors, consultants and recipients of assistance.
For more information, and to apply:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/17107246?trk=vsrp_jobs_res_pri_act&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%
3A1238026841404128670693%2CVSRPtargetId
%3A17107246%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary
Officer Resource Mobilisation / Partnerships, The Hague (Closing date: 10 July)
IICD Foundation - a Dutch based NGO active in the field of ICT for development.
Responsibilities:
Acquisition processes with client organisations, donors, strategic partners (e.g. private, public
sector), which includes: networking identification of funding opportunities, program
development, proposal writing, alliance development, facilitation of alliance meetings,
organising partnership events, and advanced budgeting for proposals and bids; with reference
to the themes Agriculture, Water and Climate Resilience, and/or Economic Development;
Reporting and account management for funders in portfolio, which includes progress meetings
and reporting on outputs, outcomes and impact on various levels;
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Co-responsible for the strategy, development and implementation of resource mobilisation
activities with a specific emphasis on public/private partnerships in one or more of these
themes: Agriculture, Water and Climate Resilience, and/or Economic Development;
Responsible for development of marketing materials and knowledge sharing materials for
defined audiences;
Establishing and maintaining effective working relations with IICD staff and critical
stakeholders in order to implement the community relations strategy, and producing intended
results and using these relationships to identify new opportunities; and
Participating in meetings and presenting information, proposals, results, achievements and
recommendations as appropriate.
Profile:
5+ years’ experience in professional resource mobilisation activities;
Advanced skills in the complete fundraising cycle: e.g. market mapping, partnership strategy
development, negotiation, budgeting, facilitation and chairing of partnership meetings, donor
relationship management, reporting and monitoring;
Experience in business development (i.e. business modelling for public/private initiatives);
Able to demonstrate a track record of resource mobilisation for public/private initiatives;
Advanced programme design and proposal writing skills for institutional and private donors;
Results oriented and used to work with fundraising targets;
Excellent written, verbal, networking and interpersonal communication skills;
Fluent in English (speaking and writing). Fluent Dutch, Spanish or French is a plus;
Field experience in development cooperation (e.g. ICT4D) is a plus;
Thematic expertise and knowledge of ICTs for one or more of the thematic areas: Agriculture,
Water and Climate Resilience and/or economic development a plus;
Up-to-date knowledge of recent developments in international development and ICT4D-issues;
Self-motivated, responsible, with commitment to continuous learning and self-development;
Independent worker able to create and maintain a network with decision-makers of NGOs,
institutional funds and private entities;
Positive, enthusiastic, smart, sharp, flexible and perfectly able to adapt to fast changing
(working) environments;
High degree of professional versatility and hands-on capability; and
Convincing presenter for small and large groups and a team player.
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.oneworld.nl/werken/vacatures/officer-resource-mobilisationpartnerships
Web Editor Africa, Hilversum (Closing date: 11 July)
RNW - RNW’s mission is to promote free speech among young people in countries where it is severely
restricted. RNW is an independent journalistic organisation based on the following values: autonomy,
independent thinking, creativity, innovative spirit and pragmatism.
Responsibilities:
As an editor, you inform the target audience about developments, situations and trends
related to RNW’s themes: freedom of expression, human rights, sexual rights, democracy and
good governance. You do this through multimedia productions for all distribution channels;
You follow all the latest developments regarding your target group and you investigate
different developments, trends, facts and situations;
You interact with target networks, and you closely follow current affairs (in particular in the
following countries: DRC, Burundi, Rwanda, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Uganda, South Sudan and
Zimbabwe). You judge developments based on their relevance for the target audience;
You are able to take initiatives, presenting well-thought out ideas for reports and formats and
you submit proposals that have an added value and impact;
You consult with your colleagues about subjects that could be produced;
You develop multimedia productions from concept to execution, according to RNW’s aims;
You coordinate and produce appropriate material (articles, radio reports, videos and pictures)
for all the platforms (including social media);
Even under pressure, you are able to write, edit and correct texts without making mistakes;
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As a journalist, you actively and innovatively use social media in the target region, and you
use social media to communicate. Your posts lead to reactions and debates among the target
audience. If need be, you present programmes (which you have prepared); and
You translate productions from French into English.
Profile:
University level education, preferably in journalism;
At least one year’s journalism experience;
Knowledge of the target region and audience and an ability to make productions for them;
Proven skills in multimedia productions (good knowledge of the media, specializing in at least
one platform);
The ability to translate creative ideas into web and multimedia reports which are both
innovative and concrete;
The ability to reach the target audience, gain their loyalty and activate them via social media;
The ability to organize and run training workshops, debates and discussions;
A talent for communication, awareness of current trends
Fluent in spoken and written English;
Significant experience on the ground;
Excellent coordinator; and
Knowledge of the French and Dutch languages is an advantage.
For more information, visit:
www.oneworld.nl/werken/vacatures/web-editor-
africa?utm_source=Vacature+nieuwsbrief&utm_campaign=Vacatures+week+27%2C+30+Jun+2014&
utm_medium=email
Senior Programme Officer for Women’s Funds, Amsterdam (Closing date: 13 July)
Mama Cash - the first international women's fund in the world.
Responsibilities:
Identify and analyse regional and thematic developments and trends in global women’s
philanthropy on an ongoing basis and maintain
an expert understanding of the role of women’s funds;
Help set overall programme budgets and manage the budget allocation for the portfolio;
Develop grant making policy, priorities and strategies for the portfolio, based on the Mama
Cash framework for women’s funds;
Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate annual plans for the portfolio;
Administer and oversee all grant making tasks for the portfolio, including handling requests for
funds, making decisions about which
groups to support, how and why, developing grant files and budgets, and conducting analysis,
monitoring and evaluation of grants and grant making activities;
Provide accompaniment support to partner women’s funds, including strategising with them on
building their capacity, connecting women’s funds with each other, helping women’s funds to
build cross-movement bridges, introducing women’s funds to new donors, and fostering
communities of shared learning among women’s funds;
Develop partnership agreements with selected women’s funds to advance shared goals,
including conducting joint fundraising campaigns; with individual women’s funds and/or
cohorts of women’s funds.
Prepare written progress reports and recommendations to Mama Cash’s Board of Directors
including on broader policy direction;
Lead grant making related projects or those to strengthen team policies and practices;
Outreach to current and prospective grantee-women’s funds to understand their contexts,
objectives, and to identify potential new grantee-women’s funds;
Build and maintain relationships with individual and institutional donors as necessary;
Coordinate linking opportunities between women’s funds and other actors, including other
women’s funds and donors;
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Promote knowledge of women’s funds within Mama Cash through social media, information
sessions and presentations by visiting women’s funds;
Provide support to the Director of Programmes through advising about staffing, volunteers and
procedural issues, and deputise where needed.
Profile:
Strong interest in the fields of women’s human rights, women’s philanthropy, and a
commitment to the mission and vision of Mama Cash;
In-depth knowledge of women’s human rights, women’s rights movements and the contexts,
networks and work of women’s funds;
Minimum 5 years substantive professional experience working for women’s rights;
Experience working with, or funding, women’s funds preferred;
Experience raising money for women’s rights and knowledge of institutional donors that fund
women’s human rights;
Superior communications skills including strong writing, negotiation and presentation skills
and the ability to translate complex ideas to different and non-expert audiences;
Demonstrated bilingual fluency in oral and written English and at least one other language
relevant to Mama Cash’s work;
Strong interpersonal skills including sensitivity and appreciation for diverse viewpoints and
different communication styles in a politically and culturally diverse environment;
Well-developed leadership and people skills, with a demonstrated ability to support and
encourage team members;
A Master’s degree in the social sciences or related field is strongly preferred;
Previous experience in the global south and east preferred and
Substantive knowledge of and familiarity with grant making processes and procedures
preferred.
For the full job description, visit:
http://www.mamacash.org/who-we-are-2/jobs-and-volunteering/vacancy-senior-programme-officer-
womens-funds/
Programme manager (Women’s Leadership), The Hague (Closing date: 15 July)
Cordaid - The Cordaid’s Women’s Leadership Unit supports the process of linking local women to
national, regional and International fora in Africa, Asia and Latin America to consolidate their
positions.
Responsibilities:
You actively scan calls for proposals and tenders and you make acquisition plans to obtain new
projects;
You strategically develop programs for countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America;
Together with unit members and country offices you write winning proposals for institutional
donors;
You act as bid manager during tenders;
Together with the experts you work on innovative new products; and
You manage the projects and you report to donors.
Profile:
You have a master in international development studies or other related fields;
You have 10 years’ work experience of which 5 years field experience;
Extensive experience with strategic program development and management on community
level in Africa or Asia;
In depth knowledge and experience of gender and security issues in fragile contexts.
A successful track record with developing and writing winning concept notes and proposals;
A relevant network with institutional donors like European Commission, World Bank, DFID;
You speak excellent English and French;
You have an entrepreneurial personality and you think out of the box;
You have excellent writing and communication skills; and
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You are market and commercially driven and you get things done.
For more information, and to apply:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11008161?trk=vsrp_jobs_res_pri_act&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%
3A1238026841404372229829%2CVSRPtargetId
%3A11008161%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary
Regional Institutional Funding Manager, The Hague (Closing date: 16 July)
Oxfam - a world-wide development organization that mobilizes the power of people against poverty.
Responsibilities:
To coordinate and support fundraising initiatives in the region as well as information
management and monitoring;
To identify and mobilise new sources of income for the HECA region, by applying a strong
entrepreneurial approach and supporting Officers in those countries;
To coordinate all fundraising initiatives for Oxfam Novib in the HECA region, including
assessing funding proposing before they are signed off by the Regional Director;
To analyse concept notes, proposals and reports on consistency, completeness, presentation,
relevance to the donor and on the correct compliance with the donor's demands. Assist in
drafting and editing project/programme proposals;
To consolidate and coordinate all management information related to external funding for the
HECA region, both for management, reporting and monitoring purposes;
To liaise directly with the external funding department in the head office on behalf of the
region and consolidate and analyse quantitative and qualitative information;
To identify opportunities for fundraising with institutional donors, foundations and the private
sector. Acquisition with (potential) donors for specific themes; In doing this, be the driving
force behind regional funding initiatives and sourcing; and to inform and advise country teams
on new acquisition opportunities;
To assist and advise country teams on addressing contract management and compliance
issues and to alert the Regional Director of important issues and risks;
To support, recruit and train Institutional Funding staff in the region; and
To maintain contacts with embassies and other donor institutions and make continuous
investments to expand the network.
Profile:
Have a University degree in international relations, development studies, anthropology,
geography, or related field and proven experience at this level;
H> 5 years work experience in the field of development cooperation preferably with an NGO;
Have experience with identifying fundraising opportunities preferably for NGOs and a good
track-record of successfully acquired funding and donor-compliant implementation of
programs;
Have experience with preparing project proposals for institutional donor agencies, including
the European Commission, ECHO and private foundations as well as experience with other
main donors' rules and regulations;
Extensive knowledge of HECA (preferred);
Experience and knowledge of project cycle management, including monitoring, technical and
financial reporting;
Good knowledge of the INGO sector; a natural networker with substantial experience of
building relationships with (potential) donors; bring a network of donor agencies is an asset;
The willingness and ability to travel regularly; and
English and French proficiency both orally and in writing.
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.oneworld.nl/werken/vacatures/regional-institutional-funding-manager?vacature
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VACANCIES IN EDUCATIONAL ORGANISATIONS
The American School of The Hague has the following vacancies:
Elementary School Classroom Teacher
High School English Teacher
Receptionist
High School Mathematics Teacher
Substitutes
Substitute After School Care Staff
For more information, visit:
http://www.ash.nl/employment
Amsterdam International Community School (AICS) is a member of the group of Dutch
International Primary and Secondary Schools (DIPS and DISS). The AICS caters for the needs of
students with foreign nationalities who will only be spending a few years in the Netherlands, as well as
for those Dutch students who need to be educated in an international school. Current vacancies:
MYP Music Teacher
Caretaker/Receptionist
Student Support Team Leader
Substitute Teachers Primary School
For more information, visit:
www.werkenbijespritscholen.nl/aics
The International School of The Hague has the following vacancies:
Secondary Office Administrative Assistant
Primary Office Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant (with responsibility for Events).
Mathematics Secondary School
Mathematics Maternity leave Secondary School
Physics/Integrated Science
Learning Support Teacher
Teaching Assistant across the Primary age range
For more information, and to apply:
www.ishthehague.nl/node/67
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The British School of The Hague has the following vacancies:
Music Assistant
Concierge
Flexible Working Teaching Staff
Student Supervisors
School Nurse
For more information, visit:
https://www.bsngateway.nl/sites/ext/hrpages/Pages/welcome.aspx
Flexible Child Care Workers, The Hague and Noordwijk
Zein Child Care, a provider in international Day Care, After School Care services and Holiday Camps.
Responsibilities:
Daily room preparation in line with the learning themes;
Setting up a conducive atmosphere for the children in order to reduce anxieties;
Receiving the children from parents at drop off;
Planning developmentally based activities in line with monthly and weekly themes;
Ensuring the safety of the children under his/her care;
Daily engagement of children in fun structured and age appropriate activities;
Active supervision of the children - indoor and outdoor;
Supervising the feeding of children under his/her care;
Stock control of necessary educational materials;
Bi-annual evaluation of assigned children in line with developmental milestones;
Participation in annual progress report meeting with parents;
Cleaning of the rooms and toys after use;
Laundry (bibs, towels etc.) of items used for the children;
Daily update to parents on the child’s day; and
Other duties as may be assigned by the manager.
Profile:
A minimum of 2 years relevant experience;
Excellent organisational and planning skills;
Relevant educational qualification;
Possession of certifications to work in the Dutch Child care -IDW and DUO certifications;
A team player, positive disposition and flexibility;
Ability to maintain calm under stressful conditions; and
Excellent command of English is essential (ability to speak additional European languages is
desirable).
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.zeinchildcare.nl/Job%20Advert-%20Sub-Daycare-Workers.pdf
The International Baccalaureate of The Hague has the following vacancies:
Business Process Analyst (Closing date: 23 July)
Chief Digital Officer (Closing date: 31 July)
Curriculum Manager Diploma Programme Languages (Closing date: 15 July)
Education Systems Manager (Closing date: 25 July)
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.ibo.org/jobs/staff/
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INTERNSHIP / TRAINEESHIP / VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Internship-British Consulate, Amsterdam (Closing date: 9 July)
British Embassy - to conduct an information management project.
Responsibilities:
To collate, corroborate and catalogue details of infrastructure throughout the country;
Gathering data;
Evaluating relevance to Consular operations and Mission-wide crisis response;
Agreeing relevance with Consul and Embassy (consular work and/or crisis response
relevance);
Checking accuracy of data;
Working with Google map data base; and
Working with Consular staff to improve data management.
Profile:
Excellent spoken and written English and Dutch is required;
Strong IT skills, in particular working with data bases and excel; and
Study or work background in Information Management.
For more information, and to apply:
https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-embassy-the-hague/about/recruitment
Communications Intern, Amsterdam (Closing date: 14 July)
SPARK is an independent international development organisation focusing on youth, between 18-35
years, equipping them with knowledge, tools and motivation that allow them to play a unique role in
leading their conflict affected societies into prosperity.
Responsibilities:
Assist in producing and editing up-to-date content for the SPARK website, social media and
newsletter;
Assist in planning and executing online media strategies;
Contribute to the enhancement of the new SPARK website; including story collection; and
Provide communications/PR support for relevant upcoming events; conferences, seminars.
Profile:
BA or MA degree (or other relevant education);
Excellent English language skills;
Solid editing and writing skills;
Social media knowledge; in particular, digital advocacy;
Familiarity with WordPress and Mail Chimp (basic knowledge of html preferred);
Experience with graphic design preferred;
Good communication and social skills and the ability to work in a multicultural setting;
Proven organizational skills and the ability to work independently; and
Preferably available in September 2014 for a minimum of six months (part-time negotiable).
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.spark-online.org/get-involved/vacancies/communications-intern/
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Internships @ Unilever
Unilever offers internships to students in many of their offices around the world. Placements range in
duration from 12 weeks to a year. What’s constant everywhere is the hands-on experience you will get
working in one of the world’s leading consumer goods companies. They offer internships in the
following business areas:
Marketing;
Supply chain;
Research and development;
Customer development;
Finance;
Human resources; and
Information technology.
For more information:
www.unilever.com/careers-jobs/graduates/internships
Communications Assistant Intern, Culemborg (Closing date: 31 July)
The World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) is the global network of Fair Trade Organizations.
Responsibilities:
(Depending on the qualification/experience of the intern)
Website - Assisting in making the WFTO website interesting and appealing for the public and
the membership through informative and impact-driven contents. To do this, the
intern/volunteer assists:
Online research – gathering of information on various topics/issues from relevant websites.;
Development of stories for web sites posting. Assist in the conceptualization, drafting and
editing of articles. Gathering events/conferences for Calendar;
Collating impact studies from reputable institutions for the WFTO online library, and for use at
the global office to increase our understanding on several current issues on FT, ethical
business initiatives, social responsibility, social and solidarity economy, business, marketing,
IT, among other things;
Social Media – Manage WFTO’s social media channels and lead a team of online interns;
Answering public queries of general in nature, such as: becoming a member, sourcing of FT
products, WFTO events and getting involved and other queries. Assisting liaison with
journalists and PR contacts. Filtering received external newsletters for interesting information
for possible internal dissemination. Managing existing social networking sites like Facebook
and Twitter, and building other interesting social networking sites;
Production of External Newsletter - Assisting production, like gathering of relevant progress
about the WFTO for the public to know: PRs and announcement, and other information that
helps galvanise public support for WFTO and FT in general ;
Internal Newsletter - Assisting the production of e-newsletter through gathering of
information, drafting and editing of stories.
Communications to Members – Assisting in sending regular communications to members, like
drafting and preparing the emails;
Monitoring of Logo Use/applications by Members and Third Parties. Recording and filing of
findings and action taken on Excel sheet;
Translations (English to Spanish/French) of the web sites and e-newsletter;
Profile:
Fluency in spoken and written English;
Good drafting skills in English is preferred ;
IT skills including MS Office ;
Hands-on and results-oriented;
Good experience in advocacy work;
HTML/CMS familiarity or experience;
Good command of Spanish or French language is a plus ;
Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of Fair Trade;
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Experience in working in a multi-cultural setting.;
Has good understanding of current development issues; and
Graphics Skills in Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and other programmes.
For more information, and to apply:
http://www.vacatureblad.org/
Volunteer positions available for Expats at PEP, The Hague
Participation Emancipation Professionals (PEP) is dedicated to inspire residents of The Hague
area to get involved and make a difference in our community. Explore the opportunities to volunteer
in The Hague area by taking a look at their website.
For opportunities and more information, visit:
http://volunteer-the-hague.vrijwilligerscentraledenhaag.nl/find-a-volunteer-job/
COURSES, WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS FROM OTHER ORGANISATIONS
One-Week Introductory TEFL Course, BSN Language Centre - 28 July - 1 August
This course is for you if… you are thinking about a career in TEFL (teaching English as a foreign
language) or you are not yet ready for a CELTA course (Cambridge Certificate in English Language
Teaching to Adults).
For more information and to register, visit:
http://www.bsnlanguagecentre.nl/page.cfm?p=617
WBII Networking, The Hague – 28 August, 19:00 - 22:00
Join the Women's Business Initiative (WBII) for an informal networking evening at the Carlton
Ambassador Hotel in The Hague. Share your business experiences and network with the members and
other guests. Be sure to bring along your business cards! More details coming soon.
For more information, visit:
http://www.womensbusinessinitiative.net/events/wbii-networking-august-2014/
Monthly ACCESS Volunteer Information Morning, The Hague – 10 September
The Volunteer Resources Department from ACCESS organises information mornings once a month,
except in December and August. Information mornings consist of two parts: an informative
presentation on ACCESS, its organisational structure and our volunteers, followed by individual
interviews where skills and expectations can be discussed. Interested in joining ACCESS? The next
volunteer information morning will be held on Wednesday 10 September.
For more information, visit:
www.access-nl.org/about-access/how-we-do-it/volunteers/volunteer-information-mornings.aspx
EPWN/CW Hague Borrel - 16 September, 19:00 - 22:00
European Professional Women's Network - The EPWN/CW Hague Borrel will take place on Tuesday 16
September from 19:00-22:00 at the restaurant At Sea in Scheveningen. Hague Borrels are a great
opportunity for networking, exchanging views on work/life in the Netherlands and getting to know
other international women in The Hague and its surroundings. They would like to emphasize that
everybody is welcome; membership is not required, as long as you pre-register your attendance. As
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always, we will have a table at our disposal for your business cards in order to promote your own
business.
For more information and to register: http://hagueborrel.fikket.com
Groups and clubs
Meeting new people in a new city is not an easy task. Fortunately there are easy ways to build social
life and make friends. Visit the Access site and click on the links to various to explore what clubs and
groups are offering you!
www.access-nl.org/living-in-the-netherlands/lifestyle/groups-and-clubs.aspx
Tropical Institute (KIT)
The Royal Tropical Institute (KIT) works on sustainable development, poverty alleviation and cultural
preservation and exchange. In the Netherlands, KIT builds interest in and support for development
co-operation.
This website provides information about projects, presentations and publications of the Royal Tropical
Institute (KIT), and news about current developments. They currently have the following events:
Advanced course on monitoring and evaluation in health systems
Advanced course on health sector reforms and financing: towards Universal Health Coverage
Analyzing disrupted health systems in countries in crisis
Gender, rights and health (e-learning)
Health policy and financing
Qualitative Methods in Health systems research
Human resources for Health
For more details visit:
http://www.kit.nl/kit/DEV-Training/DEV-Training-Health-courses-and-master-programmes
A Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) is an online course aimed at unlimited participation and
open access via the web. In addition to traditional course materials such as videos, readings, and
problem sets, MOOCs provide interactive user forums that help build a community for students,
professors, and teaching assistants (TAs). MOOCs are a recent development in distance education.
Although early MOOCs often emphasized open access features, such as connectivism and open
licensing of content, structure, and learning goals, to promote the reuse and remixing of resources,
some notable newer MOOCs use closed licenses for their course materials, while maintaining free
access for students.
For more information, visit:
www.canvas.net/?gclid=CMOUnNaHhbwCFQjlwgodoxMALQ
SELECTION OF INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYERS
International organisations
For EU jobs in The Hague,
This portal is regularly updated with EU related nonprofit organisations (Women’s initiative for Gender
Justice, European Climate Foundation, The Hague Institute for the Internationalization of Law, Hague
Center for Strategic Studies). The search by location on the bottom right hand side of the home page
makes it very easy.
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Vacancies at: http://jobseurope.net/jobs-in/the-hague/
For UN jobs in The Hague,
This portal is regularly updated with UN or UN related vacancies (The International Criminal Tribunal
for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY), The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW),
Special Tribunal for Lebanon, OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, Fairfood International,
and International Court of Justice etc.)
Vacancies at: http://unjobs.org/duty_stations
The European Space Agency (ESA) and its 17 Member States work together to pursue a wide
range of ambitious and exciting goals in space. They are based in Noordwijk. Website: www.esa.int
Vacancies at: www.esa.int/SPECIALS/Careers_at_ESA/index.html
Europol is the European Union law enforcement organisation that handles criminal intelligence. Its
aim is to improve cooperation between the competent authorities of the Member States in preventing
and combating serious international organised crime and terrorism. Website: www.europol.europa.eu
Vacancies at: https://www.europol.europa.eu/vacancies
Permanent Court of Arbitration is an intergovernmental organisation dedicated to serving the
International community in the field of dispute resolution. Website: www.pca-cpa.org
Vacancies at: www.pca-cpa.org/showpage.asp?pag_id=1046
European Patent Organisation Website: www.epo.org
The European Patent Office (EPO) provides a uniform application procedure for individual inventors
and companies seeking patent protection in up to 40 European countries. They have their HQ in The
Hague.
Vacancies at: www.epo.org/about-us/jobs.html
Embassies
British Embassy in The Hague Website: www.ukinnl.fco.gov.uk
Vacancies at: www.ukinnl.fco.gov.uk/en/about-us/our-embassy-in-hague/working-for-us
American Embassy Website: www.thehague.usembassy.gov
Vacancies at: http://thehague.usembassy.gov/about_the_embassy2/job-announcements4.html
International schools
American School of The Hague (ASH) www.ash.nl
Vacancies: www.ash.nl/podium/default.aspx?t=120403&rc=1
British School in the Netherlands (BSN) www.britishschool.nl
Vacancies: www.britishschool.nl/page.cfm?p=666
Deutsche Schule www.disdh.nl
Vacancies: www.disdh.nl/service/stellenangebote.html
European School The Hague www.europeanschoolthehague.nl/
Vacancies: www.europeanschoolthehague.nl/en/content/staff-0
The International School of The Hague www.ishthehague.nl
Vacancies: www.ishthehague.nl/node/67
Le Lycée Vincent van Gogh www.lyceevangogh.nl
Vacancies: www.lyceevangogh.nl/recrutement
The American International School of Rotterdam www.aisr.nl
Vacancies: www.aisr.nl/page.cfm?p=575
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International School Hilversum
www.atscholen.nl/scholen/voortgezet_onderwijs/ish/Paginas/default.aspx
Vacancies: www.atscholen.nl/werken_bij_at_scholen/Paginas/vacatures.aspx
The International School of Amsterdam www.isa.nl
Vacancies: www.isa.nl/09/employment/jobs.html
International School Almere
www.internationalschoolalmere.nl/InternationalSchoolAlmere/Homepage/tabid/180/Default.aspx
Vacancies:
website.atscholen.nl/scholen/voortgezet_onderwijs/isa/working_for_isalmere/Paginas/Vacancies.aspx
JOB BOARDS
Employment vacancy websites in English language:
www.careerjet.com
www.englishlanguagejobs.com
www.expatica.nl
www.togetherabroad.nl
Employment vacancy websites in Dutch language:
To find vacatures (vacancies) search for trefwoord (keyword)
www.careerbuilder.nl www.nobiles.nl
www.duurzamevacaturebank.nl www.intermediair.nl
www.jobnews.nl www.jobtrack.nl
www.monsterboard.nl www.nationalevacaturebank.nl
www.nrccarriere.nl www.werk.nl
www.vacaturekrant.nl
www.stepstone.nl (limited information in English)
NETWORKING
As part of an active job search it is important to establish contact with people and organisations.
The following are some organisations that are popular with the expatriate community:
Access, The Hague & Amsterdam www.access-nl.org
Amsterdam American Business Club www.aabc.nl
British Club of The Hague www.britishclubthehague.nl
Connecting Women, The Hague www.connectingwomen.nl
European Professional Women’s Network www.europeanpwn-amsterdam.net
International Women’s Contact Amsterdam www.iwcamsterdam.nl
The Hague International Network [email protected]
Or information at www.thehague.com
The Hague International Spirit www.thisunites.nl
The Network Club www.thenetworkclub-thehague.com
Toastmasters www.toastmasters.nl
Women’s Business Initiative International www.womensbusinessinitiative.net
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BOOKS YOU CAN BORROW FROM THE C&D LIBRARY
Title Author(s)
Inbound Marketing-Get found using Google,
Social Media and Blogs
Brian Halligan & Dharmesh
Shah
Using LinkedIn to promote your business or
yourself
Gini Graham Scott
How to Find a Job on LinkedIn, Facebook,
Twitter, MySpace, and Other Social Network
Brad & Debra Schepp
Solliciteren via LinkedIn Aaltje Vincent & Jacco
Valkenburg
Career Management via LinkedIn Aaltje Vincent & Jacco
Valkenburg
Killer Facebook Ads Marty Weintaub
Understanding, Leveraging & Maximizing
Neal Schaffer
RECOMMENDED WEBSITES
Tips for Finding Jobs Using Social Media
Most job seekers aren't using social media for job hunting - yet. However, almost 30% of job seekers
are using social media sites as part of their job hunting strategy.
For more information, visit:
http://jobsearch.about.com/od/socialnetworkingtips/qt/find-jobs-social-media.htm
Finding a Job - Using Social Media
According to a 2009 Career Builder survey, 45% of employers use social media to screen potential
candidates and this percentage is growing. These employers are looking to see your communication
skills, professional demeanor, how well rounded you are and many other skills and assets you may
possess. Therefore, one of the most essential skills for the 21st century job seeker is an
understanding of how to use social media like Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and blogs strategically.
To read on, visit:
www.careereducation.columbia.edu/resources/tipsheets/finding-job-using-social-media-intro
Want To Attract Recruiters? Power-Up Your LinkedIn Profile!
Any job seeker today knows that social networking sites like LinkedIn are invaluable resources for
making important contacts. And, in addition to LinkedIn's effectiveness as a networking tool, many
recruiters are now forgoing traditional methods of sourcing candidates and turning directly to this
major site as their preferred method for identifying potential employees. So if you want recruiters to
choose you as a candidate for their open positions, you'll need for your online profile to be as powerful
as possible.
For more information visit:
www.huffingtonpost.com/eileen-williams/linkedin-want-to-attract-recruiters_b_2993003.html
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