(Senior) Advisor on Transparency, Information Management, and Disclosure

(Senior) Advisor on Transparency, Information Management, and Disclosure

Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy / Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality

Job Description

Would you like to help build a transparent federal government where information is easy for everyone to find? Are you passionate about transparency, information management, and disclosure? And would you like to play a pioneering role in promoting greater openness and transparency at the Directorate-General (DG) for Business and Innovation at the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy (EZK)? Then join us as an advisor on transparency, information management, and disclosure.

In this new role, which you will help shape in part, you will closely monitor relevant developments in the areas of information management, disclosure, and transparency, and apply these insights to the DG’s day-to-day operations. This includes, for example, implementing guidelines for Berichtenapp archiving or overseeing the process for disclosing decision memos. You will also contribute ideas on improvements in the handling of Woo requests and coach colleagues in prioritizing and organizing their work. If necessary, you will act as a team leader. Thanks to your leadership, your colleagues will know exactly how to handle their information; you will promote a transparent way of working and ensure that information management for substantive cases is and remains in order.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for employees and management on matters related to information management, disclosure, and transparency, and you will establish the appropriate framework, processes, and guidance for these areas. You will do this in collaboration with relevant policy staff, colleagues responsible for handling Woo requests, and others. As an advisor, you are a true hub of the organization, identifying opportunities and acting on them proactively. In addition, in this role you serve as a liaison at the tactical/strategic level and relieve managers and directors of concerns related to your areas of expertise.

As a (senior) advisor on Transparency, Information Management, and Disclosure, you will interact with a wide range of stakeholders involved in the areas of transparency, information management, and disclosure. This includes the Transparency in Information (TiI) Program, which oversees all new developments related to information management and disclosure, as well as departments such as Digital Information Services. Or colleagues in the Legislation and Legal Affairs Directorate, who can provide advice on the disclosure of confidential information. You’ll also have frequent contact with colleagues working on these topics at other directorates-general within the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy. You’ll help each other where needed and exchange knowledge and experience.

Your duties and responsibilities are as follows:

• You will serve as the point of contact for staff and management within the DG on all matters related to information management, disclosure, and transparency.
• You will keep the various departments of the DG informed of and translate developments in the areas of information management, disclosure, and transparency.
• You are the point of contact within the DG for all matters related to information systems and their use.
• You will help design and document processes for information management and disclosure.
• You will serve as the point of contact for your DG regarding the department-wide Transparency in Information program.
• You will support the implementation of new procedures and guidelines within your DG.
• You coach, guide, and support employees.
• You will participate in activities and meetings related to the three themes within the ministry and the federal government.

Job Requirements

You have an affinity for and experience with transparency, information management, and disclosure. You are capable of both designing processes related to these areas and carrying them out yourself. You do this by working in a structured and meticulous manner. You have a knack for maintaining an overview. When faced with a flood of information and deadlines, you remain calm and can adapt quickly and flexibly.

You are a natural networker, which allows you to easily establish connections and coordinate with various parties, and you have a keen sense of political and administrative sensitivities.

You are comfortable working in a large organization where effective coordination with many different stakeholders is the norm. You understand that you cannot make decisions on complex issues such as disclosure and transparency on your own, and that thorough consultation is essential to achieving a widely supported outcome.

You work independently and in an organized manner, and you’re flexible when it comes to adjusting plans. You handle fast-paced environments well, work quickly, and keep a cool head during busy periods with tight deadlines.

In addition, you have at least 3 years of work experience, preferably within a government organization.

In addition, you have:

• Thinking and working level.
• You have strong communication skills.
• You have an interest in and/or an affinity for the topics we work on at the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy.
• You enjoy helping your colleagues get up to speed with new work methods and systems.

Skills:

• You are a networker who connects different people and topics within the organization.
• You're good at planning and organizing.
• You are a team player who supports and inspires your colleagues.
• You are proactive.
• You're critical.
• You have strong analytical skills.

Terms of Employment

• Salary level: Grade 12
  
• Monthly salary: Min. €4,214 – Max. €6,227 (gross)
  
• Employment status: Fixed-term employment contract with the possibility of conversion to a permanent contract
  
• Contract duration: 1 year
  
• 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

• 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.
• Candidates for reassignment and candidates subject to mandatory job-to-job placement who are not employees of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy or the Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality must include a designation decision from the competent authority with their application.
• Colleagues within the central government who are permanent employees may be seconded or transferred while retaining their current employment status.
• 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.

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’s 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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