Policy Officer and Portfolio Manager, National Program for Sustainable Industry

We are looking for four team members to help get the program up to speed and keep it on track. We have an opening for an all-around (junior) policy officer who will organize and prepare meetings and identify bottlenecks. Without you, everything would fall apart. There are two positions responsible for managing and monitoring the portfolio of projects and programs, and continuously assessing whether we are still on track to meet the objectives of the National Program for Sustainable Industry. You will be the central hub both within and outside the ministry. Keeping the roadmap for the program up to date is also part of this role. A fourth position is for someone who will handle the more data-driven side of monitoring. You’ll ensure that all figures are in order and available at the click of a button in clear dashboards for the steering committee, policymakers, and the broader public.

Job Requirements

For our all-around policy officers, we are looking for a dynamic individual who thinks on their feet and has a hands-on approach. You work well with others and maintain a clear overview of all activities and meetings.

For the portfolio manager positions, we are looking for individuals who have a strong sense of the big picture, are skilled at planning, excel at collaboration, and have a deep understanding of the energy and industrial systems—or can quickly acquire that knowledge. You possess a strong systemic perspective that allows you to monitor the interconnections between all programs and projects. You are decisive and action-oriented. You have an affinity for the industry and the sustainability challenges facing this sector. You are able to build connections between the various stakeholders. You are able to work in highly varied environments and teams. For the monitoring role, we are looking for someone who loves numbers and can use those numbers to extract the right information. You are able to present these figures in an engaging manner. You collaborate well with other teams involved in monitoring and can effectively synthesize the information they provide into a cohesive whole.

We are looking for a team with diverse backgrounds and skill sets. We are seeking a mix of experience from the public sector, the private sector, consulting, or research.

• You have a university degree or demonstrable work experience at the university level, preferably in a technical, public administration, or business-related field.
• You have experience in policy work, portfolio management, and/or monitoring.
• You have a keen sense of political and administrative dynamics. This means you have a strong understanding of the interests of the various stakeholders and the administrative dynamics, and you can collaborate effectively with them.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills and can quickly translate the story behind the rules and figures into an accessible text or presentation.
• You are able to handle stress well and possess creativity and perseverance.
• You are a team player and care about your colleagues.

Placement in pay grade 11, 12, or 13 will be determined based on knowledge and experience.

If you don’t fully meet the job requirements but feel that the position is a good fit for you and believe you can make a positive contribution, please feel free to send us a cover letter.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical skills
• Political and administrative sensitivity
• Collaborate
• Results-oriented approach

We value diversity within our organization and take this into account in our hiring process. We believe that diversity enhances the quality and broad support for our work, and we strive to be an organization where everyone can be themselves and has the opportunity to grow. In our work, we therefore examine issues from various perspectives and aim to connect with all segments of society.

Terms of Employment

Salary level: Grade 11, Grade 12, Grade 13

Monthly salary: Min. €3,608 – Max. €6,989 (gross)

Employment status: Permanent employment contract

Minimum number of hours per week: 32

Maximum number of hours per week: 36

Other terms and conditions of employment

In addition to your salary, you will receive an Individual Choice Budget (ICB). The ICB consists of money (16.37% of your gross annual salary) and time. With the ICB, you can make choices that suit you and customize part of your employment benefits. For example, you can choose to have a portion of your monthly income paid out whenever you wish. You can also convert this budget into leave and vice versa, or spend it on tax-friendly purposes. The Dutch government is strongly committed to personal growth and career development and offers numerous opportunities for this. Secondary employment conditions include various study facilities, company fitness programs, full reimbursement of your public transportation costs for commuting, and partially paid parental leave.

Details

• The introductory and selection process consists of at least two rounds of interviews and a final discussion regarding terms of employment.
• Checking references or conducting an assessment may be part of the selection process.
• Colleagues within the central government who are permanent employees may be seconded or transferred while retaining their current employment status.
• If you do not (yet) have a permanent position as a civil servant, you will start with a temporary position with the prospect of a permanent one.

What else do we offer you:

• A pleasant work environment with excellent facilities, just a short walk from the central station.
• Plenty of opportunities to continue developing your skills and specialize.
• We believe it’s important to maintain a good work-life balance. Working hours can be arranged flexibly by mutual agreement.
• If you are hired, hybrid work is an option; you will work partly from home and partly at the office. We believe it is important to have a good home office setup. We therefore offer a subsidy for home office equipment and a work-from-home allowance in accordance with the Central Government Collective Labor Agreement (CAO Rijk).

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Interested in applying?

The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy / Directorate-General for Business and Innovation (DGBI) invites you to apply on their website. Click the button below to leave this site and go directly to the application form. The government values a diverse and inclusive organization. Working in diverse teams makes us more effective, more innovative, and makes the work more enjoyable. Everyone is therefore invited to apply.