Strategic Advisor/Project Manager

What will you be doing?

• You monitor and analyze developments in the field of inclusive digital healthcare and AI. You examine policy, practice, technology, and ethics. You translate this information into opportunities and risks for equal access to healthcare; 
• You will contribute to a systems analysis in which we examine how inclusive digital healthcare is developed, implemented, and funded. You will provide strategic advice to partners such as municipalities, healthcare organizations, and national entities; 
• You will serve as the AI lead within and on behalf of Pharos. You will examine the impact of AI on access to and the quality of care, as well as the risks of exclusion for vulnerable residents. You will advise colleagues and partners, and develop a clear vision and approach. You will ensure the organization is well-structured and prioritize the importance of this issue; 
• You will build and maintain a network focused on AI in the (hybrid) healthcare sector; 
• You actively seek out new assignments. You write research proposals and multi-year programs and secure new projects.  

What do you bring to the table?

• You have a bachelor’s or master’s degree, with a background in fields such as health sciences, policy & administration, data/AI, Human Technology, or innovation. 
• You have at least 3 years of professional experience at the strategic level in digital healthcare, innovation, or policy. 
• You have knowledge of developments in AI and the digital healthcare landscape, and you are mindful of the ethical and social implications of these developments.   
• You are skilled at bridging the gap between policy and practice, and you know how to translate complex information into clear, strategic recommendations.  
• You have a relevant network in digital healthcare and AI. 
• You are highly motivated to reduce health disparities and improve digital inclusion, and you are skilled at working with people who have difficulty using digital tools. 

Where will you be working?

You will be joining the Good Access for Everyone team. This team focuses on inclusive care within healthcare organizations. We help organizations structure their communication, processes, and policies so that everyone receives appropriate care. The key themes are: digital and hybrid care, health-literate organizations, and collaborating with the people who matter most. The team consists of 12 colleagues with expertise in policy, research, innovation, and (digital) accessibility. As a Strategic Advisor for AI & Digital Care, you will work closely with the Inclusive Care Domain Manager, colleagues, and partners in the field.

Who are we?

Pharos is home to people who demonstrate commitment, take the initiative, and work together to achieve great results. People who want to use their knowledge and expertise to make the Netherlands more inclusive. People who tell a story with passion, can really dig in, and can easily switch between interacting with administrators, healthcare professionals, and people who struggle with reading and writing. We are convinced that a diverse team of colleagues with different backgrounds and ideas keeps us sharp and makes our work more impactful. You are very welcome.

What do we offer?

• An interesting and flexible work environment, where we work hard together to improve health and healthcare for everyone; 
• Plenty of room for initiative and growth; 
• A salary between €5,140 and €6,716 gross per month based on a 36-hour workweek (pay grade 65 under the Mental Health Care Collective Bargaining Agreement). Salary will be determined based on experience; 
• A vacation bonus of 8.33% and a year-end bonus of 8.33%; 
• At Pharos, we work in a hybrid model, with an average of 50% of our work done from home. You will receive a travel allowance and a work-from-home allowance; 
• A net phone allowance of €25 per month. 

Interested?

If this position interests you, please apply by submitting your cover letter and resume no later than March 31, 2026 via the application form on the website. Applications submitted outside of the Pharos website will not be considered. The application process consists of two rounds of interviews. The first round of interviews will take place during the week of April 6, 2026.

Do you have any questions about this job opening? Feel free to contact Mara van Beusekom (team coordinator) at m.vanbeusekom@pharos.nl.