Team Leader with expertise in Youth

Who is MENS?

The MENS Foundation plays a vital role in strengthening the social fabric within the municipality of De Bilt. From six locations, more than 90 professionals and 280 volunteers work daily to build a society where people look out for one another, have control over their lives, and where children grow up healthy and safe. Currently, MENS is organized into three teams: the Center for Youth and Family, the Social Team, and the Well-being and Prevention Team. Commissioned by the municipality, MENS is working toward a transformation goal of integrated access (from 0 to 100 years) and strong local teams that operate in an integrated, area-focused, and community-oriented manner, so that residents receive the right support more quickly, locally, and in a cohesive manner.

The Center for Youth and Family in De Bilt

The De Bilt Center for Youth and Family (CJG) is part of MENS and provides advice and support to families on parenting and child development. The CJG also plays a central role in facilitating access to more specialized youth services. Close coordination and a comprehensive analysis are crucial to the effective execution of these tasks. In practice, this is guided by the principle of “One family, one plan, one coordinator.”

The Position

You are responsible for managing and professionalizing a team of 33 dedicated professionals. The team is committed and enthusiastic and consists of process coordinators, behavioral scientists, short-term support staff, and team support staff. You support and facilitate the team in fostering collaboration, professionalism, and a sense of ownership. Your coaching-style leadership provides both freedom and direction. You ensure a safe work environment.

In addition, together with the other Management Team members, you will guide the transition to integrated local teams and broad access. You ensure clear, mutual expectations and effective coordination with the municipality and partners. As an MT member, you actively contribute to organization-wide themes and the further professionalization of MENS as part of the transformation initiative. You easily switch between tactical and strategic levels and serve as a sparring partner for the executive director.

In doing so, you will help build an agile, resilient, and forward-thinking organization where policies are actually put into practice.

This position is challenging due to the rapidly evolving landscape in the social sector, including the Youth Reform Agenda and the Future Scenario for Child and Family Protection. This also means that, over time, your role will evolve as part of the transition toward integrated local teams.

Who We're Looking For

You have a relevant master’s degree and leadership experience in the social sector. You have in-depth knowledge of the broader social services field and, specifically, youth care. You drive change in culture, content, and process, and engage professionals in this process. You have successfully guided teams through similar changes in the past. You are stepping into a transition where not everything has been fully defined or established yet. You bring calm and clarity to the situation and maintain energy and trust within the team through a flexible, sensitive approach. You provide room for maneuver within clear frameworks and strengthen self- and team-direction. At the same time, you adapt your approach and are decisive and effective when necessary.

You seamlessly switch between strategy and execution and stay focused on what really matters, using the challenge at hand as your starting point and keeping in mind the needs of residents and professionals. You think and act with the community in mind and, together with partners, drive local initiatives forward.

You are approachable to team members, fellow team leaders, and partners. In addition, you take a process-oriented approach, understand the importance of data and monitoring, can manage based on KPIs, and have a solid grasp of the business side of the work, such as budgets, finances, and relevant laws and regulations.

You communicate clearly and concisely, set clear boundaries, and are transparent about what works and what doesn’t. You also provide sharp analysis and investigate current issues. You motivate teams and support professionals in their professional growth. In addition, we are looking for a team leader who:

• is skilled at driving change, is not afraid to make decisions, and ensures their long-term implementation;
• builds and maintains relationships with the municipality and partners in the supply chain;
• is consistent in making agreements and follows through on them;
• is not daunted by complexity or challenging situations;
• feels comfortable in a dynamic environment with engaged stakeholders;
• wants to build a solid organizational foundation over the long term.

 Offer and Procedure

• MENS offers a meaningful role where you can truly make a difference;
• Salary based on Scale 11 of the Social Work Collective Bargaining Agreement – a minimum of €4,215 and a maximum of €7,017 gross per month, based on a 36-hour workweek;
• An Individual Choice Budget of approximately 17% of the gross monthly salary and a career budget of 1.5%;
• One-year appointment with the possibility of renewal;
• A pension plan with the Pension Fund for Health and Social Services
• A laptop and a phone.

 The challenge for you?

Does this position sound exciting to you, and do you fit the profile described above? Then apply right away! Please send your cover letter and resume to werkenbij@mensdichtbij.nl, addressed to AnneMarie Geneugelijk, Executive Director at MENS. For further information about this position, please contact AnneMarie at 06 – 12 09 31 66.

If you’d like to learn more about MENS, please visit our websites at www.mensdichtbij.nl and www.cjgdebilt.nl

Job Application Process

Interested in this job? Then apply soon—but no later than June 26, 2026!

We select candidates based on their suitability and talent. We strive to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity in people and ideas.

Interviews for this position will be held on July 1 and July 8, 2026.

We do not accept unsolicited sales calls regarding this job opening.