Cluster and Project Assistant

What will you be doing? 

As a cluster and project assistant, you’re the driving force that keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. You support our consultants by taking care of their organizational and administrative tasks. Complex schedule management? A tightly organized meeting? Meeting minutes that strike just the right tone? Whether the task is demanding or complex, you handle it with clarity and efficiency.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Complex schedule management and setting priorities;
  
• Taking minutes of meetings and administrative networks;
  
• Planning, organizing, and preparing meetings and networking events;
  
• Supporting association committees in which our members work on educational strategy;
  
• Supporting the Education for Newcomers (LOWAN) project team;
  
• Manage systems and ensure that the (membership) records are up-to-date and well-organized.
  

Thanks to your structured approach and attention to detail, you directly contribute to the quality and progress of our portfolios. You switch seamlessly between different tasks and always maintain a clear overview. Your dedication truly makes a difference.

Who are you? 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional colleague who identifies with the following:

• You are organized, proactive, and detail-oriented;
  
• You have experience with administrative and/or organizational tasks;
  
• You have strong communication skills and are service-oriented;
  
• You have a good understanding of administrative relationships and interests;
  
• You have an excellent command of the Dutch language, both spoken and written;
  
• You are digitally savvy and familiar with Office applications (knowledge of AFAS is a plus).
  

Does this position sound like a good fit for you? Don’t hesitate to apply! We believe that talent develops in many different ways and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and with varied experiences.

What do we offer? 

We offer you a challenging and varied position at a socially relevant organization for 32 hours per week. You will be offered an initial one-year contract with the prospect of permanent employment. You will earn a gross monthly salary between €3,218 and €4,298 (depending on experience), based on scale 8 of the Collective Labor Agreement for Dutch Universities. The PO-Raad operates on a 38-hour workweek. 

We also offer excellent benefits, such as:

• a generous leave policy of 232 hours, with the option for additional compensatory leave
  
• an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%, 
  
• an excellent pension plan with the ABP
  
• the option to work remotely 
  
• A travel allowance or an NS Business Card if your commute to our office is more than 10 kilometers.
  
• An internet allowance of €25 per month and a work-from-home allowance. 
  

Where will you be working?

The PO-Raad (located right next to Utrecht Overvecht Station) is a sector association for primary education. As an association, we represent the common interests of school organizations in primary education, special primary education, and (secondary) special education. 

Every day, our members are dedicated to providing the best possible education for their students. Through collaboration and knowledge sharing, they continue to innovate and improve.

The PO-Raad promotes, supports, and represents the sector, ensuring that the voice of primary education is heard loud and clear. Together with approximately 80 dedicated staff members, we work to provide high-quality and accessible education for all children. We place great value on a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Want to learn more and apply?

Please send your resume and cover letter to vacature@poraad.nl by June 5, 2025. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Miriam Wijbenga at 06-51 34 49 29.

The first interviews will take place during the week of June 9.

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