A pioneer in permitting

A pioneer in permitting

Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy / Directorate-General for Business and Innovation (DGBI)

Job Description

A more sustainable Netherlands requires both the accelerated deployment of renewable energy infrastructure for electricity, CO2, and hydrogen, and the accelerated transition of Dutch industry toward sustainability. This is one of the priorities for this cabinet term. Together with the team, you will ensure that the industry’s transition to sustainability is achieved on time. Are you ready for this impactful challenge? 

By joining forces, removing bottlenecks, and organizing effectively, we can accelerate progress. That is why stakeholders within the industry, grid operators, government agencies, and energy producers have decided to jointly establish the National Program for the Sustainability of Industry (NPVI). The NPVI will take the lead in developing both the demand and supply sides for projects of national importance. You will work with colleagues from grid operators, industry, energy suppliers, provinces, municipalities, and, of course, with representatives from the national government, particularly the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK) and the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management (I&W). This diverse composition helps us better understand each other’s positions and interests, and ensures we maintain direct lines of communication with the broader stakeholder community. As a result, you will develop a broad and engaging professional network.

The timely transition of industry to sustainability depends entirely on the timely issuance of permits for on-site processes and for infrastructure off-site. As a member of this newly formed team, you will be the central point of contact for permitting within the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK) and in coordination with the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management (I&W). The playing field is rapidly evolving in this energy transition. At the European level, decision-making revolves around the Net Zero Industry Act and RepowerEU. Nationally, we aim to accelerate processes while ensuring the safety and health of the surrounding environment. Additionally, permits must be granted for specific projects within industrial clusters—sometimes dozens per company—where nitrogen-related issues are a recurring theme.

As a member of the team, you’ll bridge the gap between policy and implementation, between internal and external operations, between strategy development and execution, and between the EU and the municipality. At times, you’ll monitor European legislative processes; at other times, you’ll work with the Department of Infrastructure and Water Management and environmental services to identify ways to expedite procedures, or you’ll collaborate with a business to navigate the permitting process.

The strength of NPVI lies in the fact that various stakeholders working toward making industry and energy infrastructure more sustainable collaborate as a single team, with a focus on implementation within industrial clusters. By taking the lead, we will take a major step toward a better climate and a sustainable industry in the coming years.

As a pioneer, you’ll maintain an overview, contribute ideas on how we’ll fulfill our coordinating role, and develop the tools we’ll use to do so. We’re looking for a candidate who is familiar with permits both within and outside the facility, but who also has a background in policy. You know how to organize and evaluate commitment through your dedication. Drawing on a broad perspective, you can translate your expertise into policy decisions.

You’ll have the opportunity to fully take ownership of your role, and your initiative and results-oriented approach will be highly valued. Does this sound like something you’d be interested in? If so, we’d love to talk with you about how you can help accelerate the transition to a more sustainable Netherlands.

Job Requirements

You know how to streamline processes, think creatively, and work effectively on projects—all while keeping the big picture in mind. You get a real boost from bringing structure to things. Just as you do from achieving results. You easily build relationships, know how to gather knowledge and expertise around you, can get people on board with your ideas, and then implement them. You enjoy developing yourself in this new role. Collaboration is important to you, and you enjoy being a pioneer.

Salary will be determined based on knowledge and experience.

Skills: What are we looking for?

• A team player who can collaborate effectively with stakeholders at various levels, both within and outside the government.
• Experience with the permitting process.
• A focus on results, combined with a healthy dose of flexibility and creativity.
• Experience with European decision-making and/or change management processes is a plus.

Terms of Employment

• Salary level: Grade 11, Grade 12, Grade 13
• Monthly salary: Min. €3,608 – Max. €6,989 (gross)
• Employment status: Permanent employment contract
• Minimum number of hours per week: 32
• Maximum number of hours per week: 36

Other terms and conditions of employment

In addition to your salary, you will receive an Individual Choice Budget (ICB). The ICB consists of money (16.37% of your gross annual salary) and time. With the ICB, you can make choices that suit you and customize part of your employment benefits. For example, you can choose to have a portion of your monthly income paid out whenever you wish. You can also convert this budget into leave and vice versa, or spend it on tax-friendly purposes. The Dutch government is strongly committed to personal growth and career development and offers numerous opportunities for this. Secondary employment conditions include various study facilities, company fitness programs, full reimbursement of your public transportation costs for commuting, and partially paid parental leave.

Details

• If you do not (yet) have a permanent position as a civil servant, you will start with a temporary position with the prospect of a permanent one.
• The introductory and selection process consists of at least two rounds of interviews and a final discussion regarding terms of employment.
• Checking references or conducting an assessment may be part of the selection process.
• Colleagues within the central government who are permanent employees may be seconded or transferred while retaining their current employment status.

What else do we offer you:

• A pleasant work environment with excellent facilities, just a short walk from the central station.
• Plenty of opportunities to continue developing your skills and specialize.
• We believe it is important to maintain a good work-life balance. Working hours can be arranged flexibly by mutual agreement.
• If you are hired, hybrid work is an option; you will work partly from home and partly at the office. We believe it is important to have a good home office setup. We therefore offer a subsidy for home office equipment and a work-from-home allowance in accordance with the Central Government Collective Labor Agreement (CAO Rijk).

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Interested in applying?

The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy / Directorate-General for Enterprise and Innovation (DGBI) invites you to apply on their website. Click the button below to leave this site and go directly to the application form. The government values a diverse and inclusive organization. Working in diverse teams makes us more effective, more innovative, and makes the work more enjoyable. Everyone is therefore invited to apply.