About Utrecht - Diverse & Inclusive

Through its“SER Diversity in the Workplace” initiative, the Social and Economic Council of the Netherlands (SER) contributes to the creation of an inclusive labor market. It does this by generating knowledge about diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the workplace and sharing it with companies and organizations. Nationally, the Diversity Charter is used for this purpose. At the regional level, we are building networks of companies and organizations that contribute to an inclusive labor market and support them with knowledge and advice. In 2020, Amsterdam – Diverse & Inclusivewas launched in the greater Amsterdam area, and in 2021,010 Inclusive was launchedin Rotterdam Rijnmond. In 2024, Utrecht – Diverse & Inclusive will be launched!

We are therefore looking for two trailblazers. Together with your colleague, you will set up the Utrecht – Diverse & Inclusive help desk and promote D&I among small and medium-sized businesses and organizations in Utrecht.

What will you be doing?

• Establishing a regional network of companies (particularly SMEs) and organizations committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Providing consulting services to companies and organizations in the area of diversity and inclusion.
• Gathering insights into the D&I practices of companies and organizations in Utrecht.
• Collaborating with local organizations and civil society.
• Writing internal and external publications for the website, media, and grant providers, among others.
• Organizing and leading meetings for (prospective) members of the network.

What are your skills?

• You possess an academic level of work and thinking and have strong problem-analysis and problem-solving skills.
• You have knowledge of and are committed to one or more aspects of diversity (cultural-ethnic, disability, age, LGBTQ+, and gender).
• You have experience promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace in the public and/or private sector.
• You have a connection to the city of Utrecht.
• You get a sense of fulfillment from building and maintaining a network.
• You enjoy presenting.
• You have strong writing skills in Dutch, which are necessary for writing articles, short news reports, and reports for the grant provider.
• You can plan various tasks effectively.

What do we offer?

This is a 32-hour-per-week position for one year; the start date is January 1, 2024. You will serve as a policy officer at the SER and will work at least one day per week in The Hague to exchange knowledge with colleagues. On the other days, you will work in Utrecht, engage with organizations and companies, or work from home. The salary ranges from a minimum of €4,111 to a maximum of €5,403 gross per month based on full-time employment. View theother terms of employment.

About the SER

TheSocial and Economic Counciladvises the government and parliament on the broad outlines of social and economic policy. The SER also facilitates agreements and covenants and carries out administrative tasks. The SER’s Council brings together independent government representatives, employers, and employees. The SER’s administrative staff consists of approximately 170 employees.

SER staff work in a dynamic environment closely tied to the political sphere, alongside numerous civil society organizations that often have divergent interests. SER policy officers work in project teams on current socioeconomic issues. The atmosphere at the SER is informal, and there is a great deal of personal interaction.

We believe that diversity within our organization contributes to the quality and support for our work. We want to be an organization where everyone has the opportunity to grow and be themselves.

Application Process

To ensure that all candidates are evaluated consistently, we use scoring forms. We use these to assess job-specific criteria during the application process and job-specific competencies during interviews and writing assignments. During interviews, we ask all candidates the same questions so that we can determine the extent to which they meet the job requirements.

Please note!

We do not require a resume or cover letter. However, we do ask that you describe your motivation, knowledge, and experience by answering the three questions on the application form.

You will receive a response by phone or email no later than one week after the application deadline. The first interview will take place during the week of November 13. The second interview will take place during the week of November 20. A writing assignment is part of the application process.

Will you be our new colleague? If so, please apply by Monday, November 6, 2023, via our website.

Questions?

Do you have questions about the position? Please contact Robert van der Meer, Project Manager for 010 Inclusief, at 070-3499654. Do you have questions about the application process? Please contact Roos van Rijn, Human Resources & Organization Advisor, at 070-3499704.