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Job Title: Freelance Junior Project Manager Location: The Netherlands Type: Part-time, contract-based Contract Duration: 18 months, including a 2-month probationary period. The term may be extended based on performance. Starting Date: 1 June 2025.

The Role

Reshaping Work is an Amsterdam-based non-profit foundation that focuses on the future of work, with an emphasis on platform economy, AI’s impact on the workforce, and broader digitalization trends and their impact on the world of work. Our mission is to create a one-stop-shop where those interested in shaping the future of work can gain knowledge, forge new collaborations, and work on impactful solutions. Our team is starting a new project dedicated to enhancing the participation of women in lifelong learning. It is a Europe-wide initiative that promotes equality, inclusion, and social cohesion through reskilling programs tailored for the twin – digital and green – transition. The Freelance Junior Project Manager will play a vital role in driving the success of the project by organizing monthly meetings in the Netherlands, building networks with key stakeholders, and securing the sustainability of this and related initiatives. This position is perfect for a motivated professional with excellent project management and organisational skills and a passion for advancing non-profit initiatives and social change.

Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Facilitation

• Organize and facilitate in-person meetings in the Netherlands to ensure smooth project execution.
• Support team members with project-related travel arrangements.
• Assist with project administration, ensuring that all activities comply with timelines and objectives.
• Manage administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Contribute to the social media plan and other dissemination activities.
• Contribute to the project activities by sharing information and best practices with project partners.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Establish and maintain a network of relevant stakeholders in the Netherlands by engaging with private and public partners.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take notes, and distribute follow-up documents to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Plan and organize policy roundtables in the Netherlands, coordinating logistics and content delivery.
• Manage external communication in relation to the project activities.
• Compile research findings and performance metrics into digestible reports that showcase the project’s impact and effectiveness.

Grant Management

• Identify and apply for grants to support initiatives in line with Reshaping Work’s thematic priorities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in project management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners and team members across Europe and different cultures.
• Prior experience in grants management is desirable.
• Hands-on, problem-solving, proactive attitude.
• An outstanding team player, including in remote work settings, with experience working with online collaborative tools.
• Fluency in Dutch is desirable.
• Familiarity with lifelong learning initiatives or reskilling programs is a plus.
• Experience in the nonprofit sector is desirable.

Education Requirement

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant fields such as social sciences, public policy, or business management, as well as affinity with topics related to twin – digital and green – transition, the future of work, reskilling of workers, and related themes. Candidates with relevant experience who hold other degrees will be considered.

Location

Applicants must be based in the Netherlands, registered as freelancers (or willing to do so), and be able to participate in in-person meetings and events.

Project Duration

The project spans 18 months, starting with a 2-month probationary period. The expected commitment is 8 hours per week. Expected starting date: 1 June 2025.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and motivation for the role to info@reshapingwork.net before 31 March 2025, 23:59 CET. Note: You must be registered as a freelancer or be willing to do so to apply for this position