Coordinating Policy Officer for Industrial Policy and Project/Program Manager

At the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK), within the Top Sectors and Industrial Policy Department, we are looking for a driven and experienced professional to join our Strategy team. Someone who can translate analysis into action. As a strategic policy officer, you will play a crucial role in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies that stimulate and strengthen industry in the Netherlands and Europe. You will work in a dynamic environment where you will make a direct contribution to the country’s economic well-being.

As a policy officer, you’ll have a highly dynamic role, and your responsibilities will be shaped in part by current events. That’s precisely what makes your work so fascinating. But above all, you are a visible player for businesses, government agencies, and civil society representatives, with whom you will work together to pursue policy goals. For example, you ensure that the business community receives sufficient support through the policies of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, among others. This primarily involves promoting international trade, innovation, and investment.

• You will be responsible for coordinating various tasks within the policy team, ensuring the smooth implementation of projects and initiatives. This explicitly includes maintaining close coordination with all stakeholders.
• You will play a coordinating and advisory role in the field of industrial policy. Not only within our Top Sectors and Industrial Policy (TOP) Directorate, but also for the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK), among the various ministries involved, and in relation to policymakers, the business community, and international organizations. In doing so, you will translate insights gained from the global landscape into effective government policy. And you will comprehensively ensure that the formulated policy in your field is actually implemented.

Your role:

•  You will oversee the management of the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA), an organization dedicated to attracting foreign companies to the Netherlands.
• You will be responsible for organizing stakeholder management at EZK. You have a clear vision of how EZK can further improve its dialogue with stakeholders.
• You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including embassies abroad, the European Commission, other departments and directorates, companies, industry associations, and research institutions, to build support and gather input.
• You will represent the ministry in (international) contexts and negotiate policy matters related to the industry.

All in all, this is a responsible and varied role in which you will make a significant contribution to our business community and to the Dutch economy as a whole.

Job Requirements

• You easily build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders both within and outside the executive team, and you act with determination and a focus on results.
• You have experience as a project manager and know how to achieve results in a complex stakeholder environment. You can lead, coordinate, and execute complex projects.
• You are self-critical, but as a strategist, you are also not afraid to take a proactive approach to improve policy or the organization. You work in a project-based manner and keep the interests of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy in mind in everything you do. You also enjoy taking the initiative and accepting responsibility.
• You are skilled at analyzing situations and policies and know how to make your case with sound policy and economic reasoning. In addition, you enjoy working in a dynamic public-private, political-administrative, and international environment.
• You have extensive experience in a similar (strategic) role within the federal government or in a position where you have gained a thorough understanding of the federal government through an advisory or strategic role.
• You know your way around government agencies like no one else, or you have a plan for how you’ll quickly get up to speed.

What else we ask for:

• University-level work and thinking.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic policies.
• Strong analytical skills, creative thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with stakeholder management.
• Experience with coordinating tasks and leading projects (project and program management)
• Proven leadership skills and experience.
• Results-oriented: turning analysis into action. Quickly switching between different projects.
• Set clear priorities.
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills and can provide clear advice.
• Understanding of administrative, political, and business processes.
• You have knowledge of or an interest in industrial policy and the associated global transition challenges.

Does this profile sound like you, and are you ready for a new challenge? Then apply right away.

Applicants don’t always meet all the qualifications, but that’s not a problem. There should still be something to learn. So if you’re not sure whether you qualify, give us a call.

Terms of Employment

Salary level 13

Monthly salary: Min. €4,688 – Max. €6,989 (gross)

Employment Status: Fixed-term employment contract with the possibility of conversion to a permanent contract

Contract duration: Temporary position / Fixed-term employment contract with the possibility of conversion to a permanent position

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.
• 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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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy / Top Sectors and Industrial Policy Directorate (TOP invites you to apply on their website. Clicking the button below will take you away from this site and 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.