You will be part of a small and growing International Affairs (IA) team within the Research Office, which will become part of cluster Research & Innovation Services and Expertise within the Research & Innovation Center next year. The team currently consists of a coordinator and an advisor IA. We facilitate a multidisciplinary IA network of colleagues, experts and leaders across UMC Utrecht.

Collaboration is central to how we work. We value an open and supportive team environment where colleagues share knowledge, keep each other informed, and learn from diverse perspectives. We all actively contribute to a positive and professional environment, support one another and believe the best results are achieved together.

Together, we strengthen the strategic coherence and impact of UMC Utrecht's international activities by, e.g.:

• Establishing and developing the IA function, including central coordination and the development and implementation of the internationalization strategy.
• Facilitating strategic decision-making on international initiatives across our core tasks.
• Building and expanding international partnerships, networks and stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinating visits, delegations, our travel grant program and other key international activities.
• Strengthening international positioning and visibility, identifying funding opportunities and increasing utilization of our expertise, capacity and infrastructures.

• An academic or higher professional education level of thinking and working.
• Approximately 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in international affairs, policy advisory, stakeholder engagement, higher education, healthcare, research management, and/or a related field.
• Experience in contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, programs, and strategic initiatives.
• Experience in preparing policy proposals, management information, reports, and presentations for decision-making and governance processes.
• Well-developed analytical skills and the ability to translate complex information and developments into clear insights, recommendations, tactical advice, and actionable improvements.
• Effective organizational and coordination skills, with experience in planning and delivering events, visits, and other international activities.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines, cultures, and organizational levels.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Affinity for international collaboration and strategic partnerships, combined with a willingness to continuously develop your knowledge and expertise in an international environment.
• Organizational awareness and understanding of governance, decision-making processes, institutional dynamics, and international developments affecting collaboration and partnerships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Dutch and English, including the ability to prepare reports, policy notes, presentations, and stakeholder communications.
• A proactive, accurate, and hands-on mindset, with the ability to take ownership, manage multiple priorities, and move initiatives forward while maintaining stakeholder support.
• Willingness to travel abroad.

• A salary between € 3.724 and € 5.867 gross per month (salary scale 10, CAO UMC, based on your experience and expertise), based on a full-time employment (36 hours).
• The position will be for around 12,5 hours (0,35 fte) a week for a period of 1,5 years. Continuation beyond this period will depend on future budget availability and organizational opportunities. Further clarity is expected early 2028.
• Year-end bonus of 8.3% and holiday allowance of 8%. 
• Pension insurance with ABP. We take care of approximately 70% of the monthly contribution. 
• 100% public transport reimbursement. Are you coming on foot, by bike or by car? You will then receive a reimbursement of € 0.18 per km (by car up to a max. of 40 km one way). 
• Possibilities to develop yourself personally and professionally. 
• Cao à la carte: The option to select additional employment benefits in exchange for gross salary, such as purchasing a bicycle and memberships.