Marketing, Communications, and Community Specialist (Senior)
The Park Foundation in Rotterdam manages the city’s largest green national monument. The Park, located next to the Euromast and the Maas River in the heart of the city, covers 21 hectares and was designed by father and son Zocher starting in 1852. It is the most beloved green space among Rotterdam residents and welcomes festivals, sunbathers, walkers, athletes, and those who seek both tranquility and excitement.
Who are we?
The Park Foundation in Rotterdam manages the city’s largest green national monument. The Park, located next to the Euromast and the Maas River in the heart of the city, covers 21 hectares and was designed by father and son Zocher starting in 1852. It is the most beloved green space among Rotterdam residents and welcomes festivals, sunbathers, walkers, athletes, and those who seek both tranquility and excitement.
The Park serves as the foundation, the setting, and the outdoor venue for the foundation’s program, and it is much more than just a green outdoor space. From the Park Pavilion, which will soon be renovated, we tell the story of the Park’s past and present and offer a wide range of cultural and educational activities—from exhibitions and poetry to music and walks. Our goal is to welcome all city residents and park visitors and let them enjoy this beautiful place.
Our team of gardeners maintains the Park to the highest standards, ensuring that visitors can enjoy the woods, lawns, water features, shrubs, unique plant borders, the Old Dutch garden, the native plant garden, winding paths, bridges, and trees.
Stichting het Park was founded in 2022 and is still in the midst of development. We are looking for an experienced (senior) marketing, communications, and community specialist to join our team.
What will you be doing?
As a (Senior) Marketing, Communications, and Community Specialist, you will strengthen our online and offline presence and build a community of park enthusiasts. You will develop and execute (online) campaigns that promote our mission and vision. You will serve as a key representative of the organization and report directly to the foundation’s director.
Who are you?
You are a strategic thinker with a way with words, including in English, and you can tell the Park’s story in an inviting and engaging way. You are organized and have an eye for detail. You are skilled at everything from leading communication campaigns to managing our (online) presence. You are creative, a natural networker, and have a passion for telling our story and building and engaging our community. You are at home in the cultural field and have an affinity for urban nature. A relevant network is a plus.
In addition, you have/are:
- A completed relevant degree program at the associate's degree level or higher
- At least 5 years of experience in marketing and/or communications, preferably in the cultural sector.
- Excellent written communication skills in both Dutch and English
- Experience with systems such as Microsoft Office, Mailchimp, Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Analytics, Meta, ticketing systems, and CMS.
- An enthusiastic and inspiring person with a love for the Park and nature
- Creative, innovative, and always looking for new ways to tell our story and engage our community
- Organized, meticulous, and able to handle stress, with the flexibility to work outside regular office hours when necessary
Don't quite meet all the job requirements, but think the position is a good fit for you? Be sure to send us your cover letter.
What do we offer?
Working at Stichting het Park means making a valuable contribution to one of the most important places for all Rotterdam residents. You’ll be working in an inspiring setting with a great team that includes both program coordinators and gardeners.
- A unique opportunity to help build a young, dynamic organization
- A competitive salary ranging from €3,200 to a maximum of €4,500, depending on experience, education level, and age, excluding the 8% vacation allowance.
- Travel and expense reimbursement.
- 25 days of vacation for full-time employees.
- Opportunities to participate in relevant educational programs and training courses, as well as exchanges with and field trips to similar urban parks.
Interested in applying?
Apply and join our team!
Please send your cover letter and resume toinfo@hetparkinrotterdam.nl, addressed to Nienke van Wijk, by June 24 at the latest. The selection process consists of two interviews and a case study; the first interview will take place on July 3.
Would you like to learn more about the position? Please contact us at info@hetparkinrotterdam.nl or call 010-3136255.
Recruitment agencies are asked to refrain from contacting us regarding this job opening.
