Chief Information Officer

We are looking for aChief Information Officer in Utrecht| 36 hours per week

A strategic and collaborative leader who bridges the gap between digital transformation and social impact.

About Portaal

Portaal is one of the largest housing associations in the Netherlands and works every day to provide future-proof housing for over 50,000 households. We are committed to creating affordable, sustainable, and livable neighborhoods where residents feel at home and community life takes center stage. Digitalization plays a crucial role in this: from smart solutions for residents to data-driven decisions that contribute to addressing social challenges.

In the coming years, our focus will be on embedding digital transformation into Portaal’s strategic direction. This means we’re going beyond technical innovation: we’re connecting technology, data, and people to create lasting social value.

For this transition, we are looking for a CIO: a visionary leader who can bridge technology, strategy, and collaboration to shape Portaal’s digital future.

The Role of the CIO

As CIO, you are a member of the leadership team and report directly to the board. You develop and implement the digital strategy and ensure that it is fully aligned with the organization’s goals. In this role, you serve as the lead on strategic issues related to data strategy, innovation, architecture, information security, and technology.

You will lead the Digital Transformation department (approx. 50 FTE), which consists of the CIO Office, Change & IT teams, and staff functions (CISO and EA). Together with your colleagues, you will foster digital collaboration throughout the organization, from executive management to operational staff, and strengthen Portaal’s agility and innovative capacity.

Your responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Developing, implementing, and ensuring the success of Portaal’s digital strategy.
• Positioning Digital Transformation as a strategic business partner.
• Responding to external trends and technological developments and turning them into opportunities.

Digital Transformation & Innovation

• Promoting cross-functional collaboration and co-creation in which business and IT actively challenge and reinforce each other
• Delivering valuable digital initiatives with a tangible impact.
• Ensuring a future-proof digital landscape through an enterprise architecture that safeguards infrastructure and data security, among other things.

Organizational Development & Leadership

• Managing approximately 50 professionals in an agile and DevOps environment.
• Enhancing digital maturity and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Building support and engagement at all levels.

Who are we looking for?

• Academic level of work and thinking (computer science, business administration, digital transformation, or similar).
• At least 15 years of experience in IT and digital transformation, including several years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience with digital transformations in complex, societal contexts.
• Perspectives on architecture, sourcing, security, the cloud, and digital transformation.
• Experience with agile development and DevOps.
• A collaborative leader with strategic acumen and excellent communication skills.
• An affinity for nonprofit organizations; experience in the housing association sector is a plus.

Why this position?

This is a unique opportunity to shape the digital direction of a socially responsible organization. You’ll have the freedom to develop innovative digital solutions that directly improve the quality of life for tens of thousands of people. At Portaal, you’ll work in an environment where technology and social impact go hand in hand, and where your vision makes a difference.

Practical Information

• Location: Utrecht
• Start date: February 1, 2026
• Employment: Full-time (36 hours per week)
• Salary: In accordance with the Housing Services Collective Bargaining Agreement, pay scale N (€6,683 – €9,830 gross per month), excluding vacation pay, year-end bonus, and mobility allowance
• Pension plan and a generous training budget for hybrid work

Interested?

Would you like to help shape Portaal’s digital future and make a difference for residents, neighborhoods, and processes? Then apply now via our career page! We look forward to receiving your resume and cover letter through the Colourful People website.

If you have any questions, please contact Henna Seedorf, senior partner at Colourful

People, at 06 24274368. Preliminary interviews will be held on October 16 and 17. The first and second rounds of interviews will be held on November 6 and 13, respectively.

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