Instructor of Financial Management in Art and Economics

Where will you be working?

With over 4,300 students, HKU is the largest university of the arts in the Netherlands and one of the largest educational institutions in Europe focused on art, culture, and the creative industries. HKU offers a wide range of programs across nine school-related.

HKU exists because creating art offers new perspectives, inspires stimulating interactions, and thereby gives shape and meaning to society and the challenges it faces. As HKU, we are at the heart of that society and strive to be as diverse and inclusive as possible. Our success depends entirely on the quality of our people and the ideas they bring to the table. That is why we are curious about your talent and how you can make a difference for our organization.

Art and Economics (KE) is a Bachelor of Arts program at the Utrecht School of the Arts and is part of the Higher Education in Economics sector. An economics program under the umbrella of a school of the arts creates a distinctive combination and gives us a unique character of which we are proud.

KE students and professionals are passionate about art and culture. They develop and implement innovative solutions to support creators and organizations in the arts and culture sector, and help highlight and leverage the value of art. They use their creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and organizational skills to help art flourish.

What will you be doing?

As a Financial Management instructor, you will teach, guide, and inspire first-year students to gain a firm grasp of the financial aspects of arts and culture organizations. You will help them understand key financial concepts, themes, and issues, and teach them how to interpret, understand, and establish the financial cycle of organizations. You will do this by:

• Work together with colleagues to effectively implement and further develop the existing course series, for example by incorporating relevant real-world case studies.
• Independently leading the financial management seminars, with a specific focus on the arts and culture sector.
• To guide students in conducting analyses and preparing budgets for creative and cultural projects.
• To play a role in the evaluation and assessment of students.

What are we looking for?

• Practical experience with financial processes, preferably in the arts and culture sector.
• Experience with higher professional education is a plus.
• Preferably holds a teaching certification for higher professional education and/or is qualified and competent to serve as an examiner.
• Available on Wednesday.

Do you also recognize yourself in the following qualities:

• Strong teaching skills– You are able to explain complex financial issues to students in a clear and accessible way.
• Practical– You know how to directly apply your financial knowledge to the day-to-day realities of the arts and culture sector.
• Team-oriented– You enjoy working with colleagues and students and help create an inspiring learning environment.
• Engaging and inspiring– You have a passion for art and culture and know how to motivate and inspire students.

What do we offer?

For this position, we offer a salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement for higher professional education (CBA-HBO) as well as attractive benefits:

• The gross monthly salary for a full-time position ranges from a minimum of €4,174 to a maximum of €6,360 (pay scale 11), depending on education and experience, excluding an 8% vacation allowance and a year-end bonus (8.3%);
• This is a temporary position starting September 1, 2025, for one year, with the possibility of extension;
• The benefits package is excellent, including a generous leave policy, membership in the ABP pension fund, sports and recreational facilities, and a commuting allowance;
• We are committed to investing in motivated and well-trained employees. Working at HKU means you have access to time and resources dedicated to professional development and long-term employability.

Would you like more information and/or to apply?

• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Katelijn de Vreede (a fellow Financial Management instructor) atkatelijn.devreede@hku.nl.
• Applications will be accepted throughJune 9, 2025.
• Upload your resume and answers to the questions below via the Apply button below:
  • What qualities do you have that students look for in a teacher?
  • Can you describe a situation in which you created an inspiring learning environment?
  • What does an inclusive learning or work environment mean to you, and how do you contribute to it?
• The meetings are expected to take place during the week of June 16.

This position is being advertised both internally and externally. In the event of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be given priority.
In our selection process, we recognize the value that diversity brings to our organization.
Recruitment agencies are asked to refrain from contacting us regarding this job opening.