Public Information Officer

Organizational Structure of Discriminatie.nl

Discriminatie.nl, which operates in seven municipalities, currently employs six staff members. In addition, a number of volunteers are involved, including the board members. The organization is characterized by an open internal structure.

Job Description:

·Providing information and guest lectures in secondary, vocational, and elementary schools;

·Providing information and training to external organizations;

·Developing educational materials and guest lectures for schools and other organizations;

·Contributing ideas regarding Discriminatie.nl’s policies in the areas of education and public information;

·Carry out projects and write evaluation reports; 

·Advise, influence, and mobilize organizations and professionals;

We are looking for the following in our new employee:

·HBO-level work and thinking skills;

·Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds;

·Familiarity with and commitment to understanding the causes and consequences of discrimination;

·Monitor developments in the area of discrimination and related issues (in the social, legal, and political spheres);

·Ability to organize work independently and function effectively as part of a team;

·Strong verbal and written communication skills;

·Strong interpersonal skills;

·Knowledge of laws and regulations, complaint procedures, and case law related to discrimination, labor law, consumer law, etc., or a willingness to learn about these topics;

·Empathy and analytical skills;

·A service-oriented and customer-focused attitude;

·A proactive and enterprising attitude;

·Integrity;

·Be able to collaborate with various institutions and organizations;

·Willingness to help out with other tasks as well.

We offer:

·A nine-month contract with the possibility of converting it to a permanent position;

·Gross monthly salary in accordance with the Social Work Collective Bargaining Agreement, Scale 8 (minimum €3,156 and maximum €4,496), based on full-time employment of 36 hours per week. Salary placement depends on education and experience. 

·An individual flex budget (in the form of salary or vacation hours) equivalent to approximately 19% of the annual salary. 

·Full reimbursement of your commuting expenses based on second-class public transportation fares. 

·Opportunities for personal development; for example, you’ll have access to a personal career budget.

·Education and training programs in the field of information and training;

·An inspiring workplace within a motivated and dedicated team of volunteers and paid staff.

Application process:

For more information about the job opening, please contact Discriminatie.nl, Erik Schaap (coordinator): tel. 075-6125696.

Applications may be submitted no later than February 15, 2024, to Discriminatie.nl Zaanstreek-Waterland, Botenmakersstraat 42, 1506 TE Zaandam, or by email to e.schaap@discriminatie.nl or.