Director job openings

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and take on a strategic role at the highest level? On our executive search page, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of top management positions at leading companies and organizations. Whether you’re an experienced executive looking for a new challenge or you aspire to advance to an executive role, here you’ll discover opportunities to apply your leadership and strategic insight to the success of the organization. Explore our latest executive job openings now and take control of your career!

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Auditor

Veiligheidsregio Amsterdam-Amstelland

Amsterdam

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32–36 hours
€4,580 - 6,593
5 days left
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Emergency Coordinator

Veiligheidsregio Amsterdam-Amstelland

Amsterdam

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36 hours
€3,843–5,748
5 days left
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Acquisition and Development Manager

Cazas Wonen

Woerden

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36 hours
€6,683–9,830
5 days left
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Director

Architectuurcentrum Aorta

Utrecht

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24–32 hours
€6,000–6,600
5 days left
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Business Manager

Nederlands Letterenfonds

Amsterdam

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32 hours
5 days left
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General Board Member representing arts education

Platform ACCT

Amsterdam

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360 per board meeting plus €1,001 per year
5 days left
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Director of Educational Services

ROC Midden Nederland

Utrecht

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0.8–1 full-time equivalent hours
€6,268–8,336
5 days left
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Head of Development and Events

Theater Rotterdam

Rotterdam

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32–38 hours
€4,780–6,429
5 days left
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Public Library Internship

Probiblio

Hoofddorp

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36 hours
€3.159, -
5 days left
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Administrative Law and Housing and Urban Development Lawyer

Stimuleringsfonds voor de Journalistiek

The Hague

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28–32 hours
€4,024.11 – 6,110.94
5 days left
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Working as a director

Working as a CEO means operating at the intersection of strategy, leadership, and ultimate responsibility. You set the direction for the organization, lead the management team, and serve as the point of contact for shareholders, regulators, or the board. Depending on the sector, the focus may be on growth, continuity, or social value. The role requires vision, decisiveness, and the ability to sustainably align people and interests.


In what kinds of industries can you work as a director?

Executive leadership positions are often found in organizations where strategy, leadership, and public or social value intersect. These include institutions in government and public services, healthcare and social services, arts and culture, and education. These are often organizations with a board of directors or a governing board, where the executive director serves as the figurehead and sets the direction for the future. On Colourful jobs , you Colourful jobs regularly Colourful jobs HR director job openings, commercial director job openings, and job openings for education directors.

What responsibilities come with an executive position?

As director, you have ultimate responsibility for the strategic direction, organizational development, and day-to-day management. You bring people together, ensure financial stability, and represent the organization externally. In addition, collaboration with the board, supervisory bodies, and stakeholders plays a key role. The position requires a broad perspective, decisiveness, and the ability to carefully balance various interests.

What experience and skills are required for executive positions?

For executive roles, we typically seek candidates with extensive leadership experience and a proven track record in strategic management. Key competencies include vision, collaborative leadership, administrative acumen, and financial insight. Experience in a social or public sector context is often an asset, particularly when the role requires collaboration with regulators and external partners.

What management positions are currently available?

In the Director (Executive) category, you’ll find a wide range of positions, such as CEO, managing director, business director, and executive director. The job openings come from both the private sector and organizations with a public or social mission. These include commercial organizations, scale-ups, and family-owned businesses, as well as housing associations, consulting firms, and media organizations.