Advisor, Education Focus Area

What will you be doing?

As an advisor, you will perform a variety of tasks, with the primary focus of this position being on activities related to the secondary education labor market fund. This labor market fund supports school districts and schools in the secondary education sector and aims to optimize the education labor market and promote safe and dynamic working conditions.

You will maintain contact with (potential) clients, identify their needs, translate these into concrete proposals, and work on projects that contribute to improving the education labor market, labor relations, and the professional work environment in secondary education. This includes addressing issues such as staff shortages and teacher retention, regional collaboration, professional development, and promoting diversity and inclusion within personnel policy.

You won’t be carrying out these projects on your own. Depending on the assignment and the expertise required, a team will be assembled consisting of fellow consultants, researchers, and communications colleagues. You ensure that these projects are completed satisfactorily and within the established parameters. With your consulting skills, you know how to turn new opportunities into concrete proposals and assignments. You make this transition together with your colleagues and with people from the sector. Your experience, up-to-date knowledge in the field, and network within the education sector will come in handy here.

As a consultant, you may also be assigned to projects for other CAOP clients. The competencies we value at CAOP include flexibility, organizational sensitivity, customer focus, decisiveness, teamwork, reflection, and self-development.

What do you bring to the table?

• You have an academic level of work and thinking and at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• You have excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and are able to engage as a discussion partner within the political and administrative context and in the relationships between the government, employers, and employees.
• You are good at working on projects and are a team player.
• You have strong networking skills and are socially adept.
• You have experience in business development or are motivated to develop your skills in this area.
• We believe that in-depth knowledge of the labor market and the education sector is important.

What do we offer you?

• A challenging position in an interesting and complex field;
• Depending on your knowledge and experience, the salary ranges from a minimum of €4,632 to a maximum of €6,618 (scale 11 of the CAOP collective bargaining agreement) gross per month, based on a 38-hour workweek.
• A one-year employment contract.
• A wide range of training and development opportunities, including through an online learning platform.
• An inspiring work environment in the heart of The Hague and Utrecht, with the option to work from home part of the time.
• Excellent benefits package in accordance with the CAOP Foundation Collective Bargaining Agreement, including:

o An Individual Choice Budget of 9.56% on an annual basis.

o A good pension plan through the ABP.

o An NS Business Card for trains, subways, buses, and trams, which you can also use for personal travel.

o Facilities such as a prayer room, quiet room, and lactation room, as well as vegetarian options in the company cafeteria and the option to swap various holidays.

o A net internet allowance and a contribution toward health insurance costs.

Who are we?

CAOP is the independent knowledge and collaboration partner for the public sector in the field of work and learning. We are also committed to strengthening public administration. We bring people, organizations, and governments together and work with them to address social issues. We do this by combining substantive knowledge from science and practice with expertise in methods such as social innovation. In doing so, we draw on our many years of experience in the public sector and our established network in the academic community.

Information

For more information about the position, please contact Marjon Gerts, team leader for consultants, at 06-57540369.

If you have any questions about the procedure, please contact Marieke Verhoef, Human Resources & Organization Advisor, at 06-45082591.

Interested in applying?

Are you excited about this position and do you think you meet the requirements? Then we’re looking for you! Please send us a cover letter and your resume by Monday, May 12 via the application form.

The application process consists of two rounds of interviews. For our clients, a clean record is of the utmost importance. An integrity screening is therefore part of the process. We will request permission in advance to conduct a reference check. An aptitude and talent test may be part of the application process.

The CAOP is at the heart of society and works every day to address social challenges. This is only possible if our organization truly reflects society. We strive to build diverse and inclusive teams where respect is central. Only then can we gain a better understanding of our society and ensure that our advice is valuable.

Recruitment agencies are asked to refrain from contacting us regarding this job opening.