Policy officer International Affairs

Do you want to use your strategic and practical skills to help shape the international ambitions of a leading dynamic academic medical center? Become a policy officer at Amsterdam UMC and drive our internationalization strategy forward.

As a policy officer within the department of International Affairs, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the internationalization ambitions of Amsterdam UMC. You combine strategic vision with hands‑on execution. You will not only develop (international) policy and contribute to establishing our framework to pick our preferred international partners, but also organise and facilitate meetings, and maintain active engagement with our internal forum of stakeholders. You thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment, moving seamlessly between high‑level strategy and practical implementation. In this role, you will collaborate closely with colleagues to build the department, structure international activities, and stimulate strategic partnerships. Your ability to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions will be key to your success.

• Develop and advise on policies for international positioning and collaboration.
• Coordinate, organise, and facilitate strategic meetings, working sessions, and stakeholder forums.
• Draft strategic documents, advisory reports, and proposals for international partnerships.
• Identify international trends and translate them into actionable opportunities for Amsterdam UMC.
• Build and maintain connections between departments, experts, and networks across Amsterdam UMC.
• Manage and maintain an internal stakeholder forum to ensure ongoing engagement and alignment.

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Ability to switch between strategic thinking and practical execution, taking ownership of both process and outcome.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and able to tailor your message to different audiences.
• Skilled in stakeholder management and relationship building, able to connect and engage with people at all levels.
• Proactive, take initiative, and comfortable working independently in a small, agile team.
• Flexible and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Comfortable facilitating meetings and maintaining engagement in stakeholder forums.
• Proficient in English; good understanding of Dutch (at least B1/B2). Additional language skills are a plus.
• Initially a one‑year contract.

• Classification in salary scale 10, € 3.493 to € 5.669 gross for full‑time employment (depending on education and experience).
• 8.3% end‑of‑year bonus. Calculate your net salary here.
• Vacation hours: 190.4 per year for fulltime and possibility to save additional hours.
• Free and unlimited access to our online learning environment GoodHabitz.
• Pension accrual with the ABP, of which we pay 70% of the premium.
• Reimbursement of public transport expenses.
• Good bicycle scheme if you prefer to come by bike.
• An active staff association and Jong Amsterdam UMC association, both of which organise fun (sports) activities and events.

You will join the department of International Affairs, a newly established and dynamic part of Amsterdam UMC, created to centralise and strengthen the organisation’s international ambitions. The team is composed of enthusiastic and driven professionals who are committed to ensuring Amsterdam UMC grows and excels on the international stage. In this professional environment, you’ll work closely with a wide range of departments across Amsterdam UMC as well as with new international partners and organisations. You can find out more about us through our website at International affairs | Amsterdam UMC.

We also prioritise personal development, offering various opportunities to enhance your skills and contribute to the growth of the department.

Join us in an inspiring environment where collaboration, innovation, and ambition go hand in hand.

During the publication period, applications will be handled continuously. If the vacancy is filled, it will be closed.

If you have any questions about this position, please feel free to contact Stefano Battiato, Lead International Policy, via s.battiato@amsterdamumc.nl or +31(0)6 - 50040080.

For more information about the application procedure, please contact Dewi Henneman, recruitment advisor, via d.r.henneman@amsterdamumc.nl. A reference check, screening and hiring assessment may be part of the procedure. Read here whether that applies to you. If you join us, we ask you for a VOG (Certificate of Good Conduct).

Internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates in case of equal suitability.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy will not be considered.