Passionate and decisive Managing Director

About Nuffic

In a world where international cooperation is under pressure,

Nuffic plays a key role in all sectors of education, from primary and secondary

education ranging from secondary vocational education to higher education and

Adult education: Nuffic opens doors to the world and prepares students,

students and professionals for an intercultural and global job market

and the challenges of tomorrow.

What does Nuffic do?

The Nuffic organization consists of two

core pillars: the Netherlands and Europe, a Business Operations pillar, and

a staff department. With nearly 300 full-time equivalents and a budget of over 35 million euros

Since its founding in [year], Nuffic has made a meaningful impact

1. With over 70 years of experience, Nuffic connects educational institutions, the

the business community, social partners, and knowledge centers worldwide. Together with

national and international partners—such as the Department of Education,

Culture and Science, the European Commission, and the World Bank – provided by Nuffic

programs such as Erasmus+ and scholarships, and supports the recognition of

thousands of degrees each year and promotes intercultural competencies and

global citizenship.

Research and Consulting

Nuffic conducts research on trends and challenges in internationalization, such as

the balance between international and domestic students in higher education,

the recognition of foreign diplomas and the impact of

mobility programs. This knowledge enables policymakers and

enable educational institutions to make informed decisions about

internationalization policies and educational strategies.

Promotion of intercultural

skills

Through publications, workshops, and webinars, Nuffic helps with

development of intercultural competencies. Nuffic believes that these

skills are essential in a world where economic, social, and

Environmental challenges extend beyond our national borders.

Expertise and support

Educational institutions and government agencies rely on Nuffic’s expertise for

implementing programs such as Erasmus+ and the Dutch initiative

for bilingual education (TTO). Nuffic

also offers expertise and substantive support in the areas of degree recognition and quality assurance,

thereby contributing to the recognition of foreign educational programs and the

removing barriers to studying and working abroad.

Organizational developments

The government has implemented budget cuts that have led to a repositioning of Nuffic

make necessary. For example, the previous pillar, Global, focused on international

in collaboration with and funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, already

discontinued. This calls for a strategic shift, a reorganization, and

a transition to a future-proof organization. The current

The interim director is overseeing the reorganization and the initial phase of this

changes; the new managing director will complete the implementation and

shaping the future.

Your role as managing director

As CEO, you are the driving force behind the mission and vision

of our organization. You will oversee day-to-day operations and build

furthermore, an inspiring and professional organization made up of passionate

so that employees and partners can contribute to the fullest extent possible. Your responsibilities

are versatile and dynamic:

• Ultimate responsibility: You are responsible

  regarding the operations of Nuffic and its reporting to the board

  supervision.

• Operations: You focus on maintaining a healthy

  operations (including finance, a closed-loop PDCA cycle, and compliance),

  continuity of funding for Nuffic’s statutory duties and governance.

• Strategic: You develop a clear vision and

  a forward-looking strategic direction for the further development of the

  an organization focused on the internationalization of education.

• Leadership: You lead with decisiveness and in a

  lead the implementation of the reorganization in a collaborative manner and

  transition, with a particular focus on cultural change, cohesion, and

  synergy between organizational units.

• Spokesperson: You represent Nuffic internally

  consultations (Board of Trustees/Works Council/Advisory Board), but certainly also externally in various administrative

  and public forums.

• Chair: You are leading the management team

  in a coaching-oriented and clear manner.
  
  

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, decisive leader with strong strategic skills and

has a clear understanding of the many aspects of the rapidly changing field of

internationalization. You have the experience and entrepreneurial

the leadership to guide our organization through a complex transition and

reposition ourselves in a dynamic market. We are looking for the following qualities:

• Proven experience in leadership roles

  within complex organizations.

• An extensive network within the government,

  politics and the public sphere. Experience with, and a vision for

  internationalization in education.

• Proven experience in strategic

  change management and cultural transitions.

• Strong communication skills and

  intercultural awareness.

• Business-minded, steadfast, and decisive,

  with a focus on human connection.

• Inspiring, motivating, and capable of

  to unite the organization around shared goals.

What do we offer?

• A key role in the future of

  Internationalization in Dutch education

• Salary grade depends on the weighting in Grade 17

  under the Collective Labor Agreement for Dutch Universities, competitive terms of employment, and

  opportunities for personal and professional development.

• A challenging work environment in a dynamic,

  international setting.

• Focus on work-life balance and well-being.

Interested?

Nuffic is being assisted in this process by an executive search firm

Colourful People. For more information about the job opening, please contact Naima

Azough, a partner at Colourful People. You can reach Naima Azough at

Phone number 06-4344 9717 or via n.azough@colourfulpeople.nl.

You can express your interest by submitting your cover letter and resume (in PDF format) no later than

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, via the "Apply" button on the website

upload.

At Nuffic, we embrace the power of diversity and strive

We are working toward an inclusive culture where everyone feels at home. We believe

that our differences make us stronger and help us achieve better results.

Please note: You

You will normally receive a confirmation of receipt from us within one business day

application. Please contact us directly at n.azough@colourfulpeople.nl,

if you do not receive this confirmation.

Schedule:

• We are accepting applications for this position

  Please by Tuesday, February 18 at the latest

  2025 via the

  application form on the Colourful People website.

• Online preliminary interviews with Colourful People with

  A selection of the candidates will be interviewed on Thursday, February 20, Friday, February 21, and

  will likely take place on Monday, February 24.

• The first round of talks is scheduled for Friday, the 7th

  March 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

• The second round of talks is scheduled for March 10

  2025

• A benchmark study and the

  The meeting to discuss terms of employment will take place in weeks 12 and 13.

We ask candidates to please take the above dates into account. An online

The assessment will be for the candidates invited to the second round

are part of the procedure. A background check and a statement

Background checks are part of the final candidate selection process.