Program Line Manager

Because we believe everyone should be able to participate, we help people improve their reading and writing skills, as well as develop their digital skills. Our goal is to empower residents so they can contribute to and keep up with society. And where self-reliance is more challenging, we’re here to give people a helping hand. The Library does this by partnering with organizations to offer a dynamic and professionally run program that meets the needs of residents in the Eemland region. This includes the DigiTaalhuis as a center of expertise for knowledge about low literacy and basic skills, and the Digital Government Information Point where residents can ask questions about the government’s digital services.

To help the Library achieve these goals, we are looking for aProgram Line Manager (Tactical Manager) for24 hours per week

What are your responsibilities:

• You are responsible for developing and implementing policies within your program area, thereby contributing to the Library’s annual plan and long-term policy;
  
• You will build and maintain a network that supports the success of the program line;
  
• You focus on results and budgets, acting as a sounding board for the program specialists and supporting them in setting priorities and managing finances, including applying for and accounting for grants;
  
• You manage the process and objectives using the OGSM method;
  
• You provide hierarchical leadership to the employees within the program line in a coaching style;
  
• You will be responsible for consistently evaluating, adjusting, and ensuring the quality of the project results.

Our ideal new colleague has:

• A relevant degree at the associate's degree level or higher
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of regional developments in society and the social sector
• Knowledge of change processes and team development
• Statistical and financial insight

and is good at: 

• Innovate: Connects various parties so they can strengthen one another. Works with partners to creatively translate the needs of the community into new products, activities, and processes. Engages the right people in the work and empowers them to deliver the best results;
• Coordination: Initiates the actions necessary to deliver services (to customers or colleagues) or to carry out projects. Ensures that processes run smoothly and that agreements are clear. You have alternatives ready if things don’t go as planned. Motivates others to contribute;
• Working in a structured and project-based manner; Has knowledge of program and project management and knows how to manage these effectively;
• Is environmentally aware: You translate environmental needs and trends into business opportunities for the organization.

What do we offer?

A one-year fixed-term employment contract, with the possibility of extension. The salary is based on education and relevant work experience in pay scale 10 of the Public Libraries Collective Bargaining Agreement (between €3,786 and €4,956 gross per month based on a 36-hour workweek), 8% vacation pay, 4% year-end bonus, employer contributions toward health and other insurance, 5 weeks of vacation, bicycle plan, contribution toward a gym membership, and of course a library membership.

Would you like more information?

Please contact Karien Postel, Programming Manager. If you have any questions, you can reach her by phone at 06-82842194 or by email at k.postel@bibliotheekeemland.nl. The full job description is available upon request at hr@bibliotheekeemland.nl

Interested in applying?

We warmly invite anyone who fits this profile to apply.

Please apply by January 29, 2024, by emailing your cover letter and resume to hr@bibliotheekeemland.nl. The first interviews will take place during the week of February 5. This position is being advertised both internally and externally. An assessment may be part of the selection process.