Researcher in Primary and Secondary Education

An impressive volume of data makes it possible to conduct analyses that help schools and school boards individually, as well as the education sector as a whole. As a researcher, you will work on behalf of the PO-Raad and the VO-Raad to ensure that we transform our data into information that can be used by colleagues and that provides a solid foundation for policies and positions.

What will you be doing?

As a researcher, you translate data and analyses into actionable insights for policy and decision-making. Together with three colleagues from the Data & Analysis team, you transform complex data into clear narratives focused on key issues such as educational quality, teacher shortages, and personalized learning for students.

Your responsibilities include:

• Collecting, analyzing, and presenting data that contributes to the development of policies and positions of the Primary and Secondary Education Councils.
• Ensuring data quality and applying the appropriate analytical methods and techniques.

Sharing your insights with colleagues and external partners to provide a transparent picture of education in the Netherlands.

What do you bring to the table?

We are looking for a proactive and analytical junior or mid-level researcher with a strong interest in education and social issues. You have experience with data analysis and know how to place it within a broader social context. In addition, you bring the following to the table:

• A college or university level of work and thinking, with a background in analytics.
• 1 to 5 years of work experience in the social sector.
• Experience with programming in R, Python, and/or SQL, and preferably also PowerBI.
• You can distinguish between main issues and side issues and have a good sense of political dynamics.

You are curious, enjoy working with others, and can adapt quickly. You are open to others’ ideas, but you never lose sight of the intended outcome of your research. You work transparently and ensure that your work is thoroughly documented.

What do we offer you?

• A challenging position (32 to 40 hours per week) on a fixed-term contract (one year), with the option to work four days a week.  
• A gross monthly salary ranging from a minimum of €3,183 to a maximum of €5,862 for full-time employment (Collective Bargaining Agreement for Secondary Education, Scale 11). Your starting salary will depend on your education, knowledge, and experience.
• Attractive benefits, such as a generous leave policy and an end-of-year bonus of 8.33%
• Flexible working hours, with the option to work from home up to 50% of the time.
• Travel allowance or an NS business card for commutes of more than 10 km.
• Plenty of opportunities for professional development, including an annual training budget and personal coaching
• You will be employed by the VO-Raad, but will spend 50% of your time working for the PO-Raad.

This is us

The PO Council and the VO Council are the associations representing schools in primary and secondary education. The Councils advocate for the interests of primary and secondary education with the government, politicians, the business community, and civil society organizations. In addition, the Councils promote the quality of education by supporting school boards and school leaders in fulfilling their duties. The Councils represent school boards in the Netherlands and consult with employee organizations regarding the terms of employment for staff members. For more information, visit our websites atwww.poraad.nlandwww.vo-raad.nl.  

Learn more and apply

Please apply by Friday, November 15, 2024, by sending your resume and cover letter tovacature@vo-raad.nl. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Evelyn van Lochem ate.vanlochem@poraad.nlor 030 232 4800.