Project Assistant
The Amsterdam-Diemen Secondary Education Partnership ensures a cohesive range of educational services in Amsterdam so that students receive the most appropriate education and support possible. The Partnership is also responsible for allocating the financial resources required for this purpose. All 25 school boards, representing more than 80 secondary and special education schools in the Amsterdam and Diemen region, are members of the Partnership.
The Executive Director of the Amsterdam-Diemen Secondary Education Partnership bears ultimate responsibility and is in charge of the day-to-day management of the Partnership. The Partnership’s General Assembly, consisting of representatives from the member schools, serves as the supervisory body.
We are looking for a
Project Assistant
0.8–1.0 FTE = 32–40 hours per weekJob Description
The project assistant implements the Partnership’s policies and supports the policy officers. They work in a small team of passionate colleagues within a large network of dedicated organizations in the education sector. In addition, the project assistant oversees process support.
Work
- Supports policy staff in the design and implementation of policy programs and projects.
- Holds preliminary discussions to gather relevant information, identifies key issues, and coordinates them.
- Drafts proposals regarding the project scope.
- Develops project plans that include a schedule, the approach, and the expected results.
- Manages the substantive, organizational, and financial coordination of projects.
- Reviews (research) reports and makes recommendations on how to proceed.
- Also consider the possibilities for coordination and integration with other projects.
- Keep track of agreements made and action items.
The specific tasks will be determined in consultation.
Knowledge and skills
- Academic level of work and thinking, and at least a vocational bachelor's degree.
- Extensive knowledge of education and healthcare, as well as relevant related policy areas.
- Understanding of how the organization operates and its decision-making processes.
- Proficiency in designing, supervising, and carrying out research projects.
- Proficiency in drafting recommendations and reports.
- Strong communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and other digital skills.
- Experience with project-based work.
Terms of Employment
The terms of employment are in accordance with the VO collective bargaining agreement. The position will be classified within the projects job series based on education and experience. The appointment is initially for a term of one year.
Application Process
If this has piqued your interest, please send us a cover letter and your most recent resume. You can email these to Egbert de Vries, Director (secretariaat@swvadam.nl).
