Senior Policy Officer for the Digital Economy

Job Description

How can the Netherlands maintain its leading position in Europe’s digital sector and prevent undesirable dependencies in the digital economy? How do we ensure that we make the most of EU funds for the Dutch digital economy? What should oversight in the digital economy look like? How do we organize digital markets so that entrepreneurs compete on a level playing field and consumers have freedom of choice and can trust products? Would you like to contribute to addressing these issues in a results-oriented and inspiring environment? Then apply! We’d love to talk to you.

We have an opening for a senior policy officer who will work partly in the Strategy and International cluster and partly in the Digital Markets and Services cluster.

You won’t be working alone, but alongside your colleagues both within and outside the executive team. Your future colleagues come from diverse backgrounds and educational paths—ranging from the public to the private sector—but they all share a common passion. We are a team of driven professionals who are passionate about the issues we tackle. We are looking for someone who shares that same passion and drive, and who also works well with others, is constructive, and contributes to the pleasant and inclusive work environment that exists within the management team—an environment we remain committed to fostering.

We’ll work with you to determine your exact responsibilities. One thing is certain: you’ll be joining an exciting, dynamic, and relevant work environment.

Job Requirements

• You have a college degree and can quickly grasp complex material.
• You are curious, have a wide range of interests, and are attuned to new (technological) developments.
  
• You have an affinity for complex administrative issues in a political context.
• You’re a team player who enjoys building a strong network and works well with colleagues and stakeholders.
  
• You are open to innovative perspectives and look beyond the boundaries of your own portfolio.
  
• You are results-oriented and able to make timely adjustments while maintaining good teamwork and quality.
• You can communicate clearly in both spoken and written Dutch and English.

If you don’t meet all the job requirements but think you’re a good fit, we warmly invite you to apply anyway.

Skills:

• Well-developed analytical and conceptual skills
• Connecting and focused on collaboration
• Environmental awareness and administrative sensitivity
• Results-oriented
• Innovative and creative action
• Stress-resistant
• Planning and organizing

Terms of Employment

Salary level: Scale 12
Monthly salary: Min. €4,214 – Max. €6,227 (gross)
Employment: Fixed-term employment contract with the prospect of a permanent contract
Contract duration: Temporary appointment / Fixed-term employment contract with the prospect of a permanent 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

• 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.
• 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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Interested in applying?

The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy / Directorate-General for Economy and Digitalization (DGED) invites you to apply on their website. Clicking the button below will take you 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.