Regional Manager for Greater Amsterdam and Central Utrecht

We are currently seeking a motivated Regional Manager for the Greater Amsterdam and Central Utrecht regions.

Are you a driven leader who knows how to work with stakeholders, is creative, and has a keen sense of organizational dynamics? If so, we’re looking for you!

We guide and support asylum seekers and refugees throughout the Netherlands. We accompany them throughout their entire journey in the Netherlands—from the moment they arrive until they are fully integrated into our society.

You will report to the Director of Services and provide line management to all employees within the region and/or project groups, including the various team leaders. You will be a member of the national Integration Advisory Board.

Greater Amsterdam consists of the municipalities of Aalsmeer , Amstelveen, Diemen, Ouder-Amstel, Uithoorn, and De Ronde Venen 

Central Utrecht consists of the municipalities of Lopik , IJsselstein, Montfoort, Stichtse Vecht, and Zeist

What will you be doing?  

• As a regional manager, you are responsible for maintaining relationships with local governments, overseeing the day-to-day operations of Vluchtelingenwerk’s services, and ensuring sound business management.
• As a regional manager, you will be asked to actively contribute to the development of policies and services related to integration.
• You are responsible for achieving the agreed-upon objectives within the agreed-upon financial parameters.
• You will manage approximately 15 team leaders in your team
• You have indirect responsibility for 150 paid staff members and volunteers

 Here is what we are asking:   

• You have acquired a college-level or university-level standard of work and thinking through education or experience.
• You have a solid understanding of management techniques, organizational, financial, and quality policies.
• You have a strong affinity for working in volunteer organizations.
• You enjoy prospecting and preparing quotes;
• You are proactive, able to handle stress, and enjoy breaking new ground.
• You have excellent leadership skills and are a strong communicator.
• You have strong analytical skills
• Thinking in terms of possibilities is in your DNA

Here's what we offer we offer: 

• A motivated team of people in a rapidly evolving organization. We offer the opportunity to help shape the future of our organization and the services we provide to asylum seekers and refugees.
• A pleasant workplace in an organization that combines idealism and professionalism.
• A gross monthly salary between €3,508 and €5,356 based on a 36-hour workweek (Pay Grade 11).
• Competitive benefits package in accordance with the Social Work Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Laptop and phone    
• The position is initially a one-year contract, with the intention of converting to a permanent contract after one year.

Who are we?      

All over the world, people are forced to flee for their lives due to war, political violence, their sexual orientation, ethnicity, or religion. Anyone who arrives in the Netherlands can count on the support of the Dutch Council for Refugees. From arrival to self-sufficiency. That is what 12,500 dedicated volunteers and hundreds of staff members work toward every day.