Office manager for 32-40 hours per week
Do you really come into your own when you can ensure that all the dots are connected, everything is arranged to perfection, and everything is taken care of? Are you strong in communication and do you like to work in an environment where all your qualities come into their own? Apply for the position of office manager at the Dutch Acupuncture Association!
What will you do?
As office manager, you play an important role in representing the association. You identify actions and potential problems before anyone else has thought of them. With your proactive attitude and 'hands-on' mentality, you help the association achieve its objectives. The tasks of the office manager include:
- Board: you coordinate and monitor the implementation of the board policy. By attending board meetings, you form the connection between the association and the secretariat;
- HR: think about initiating performance and appraisal interviews, maintaining personnel administration, and recruiting new employees;
- Financial: you work together with the treasurer to monitor the financial flows of the association;
- Activities: you organize and coordinate various meetings such as the annual general meeting, brainstorming Cadre Day, and the five-yearly NVA anniversary congress;
- Organization: you coordinate and are responsible for carrying out secretarial and administrative tasks. You analyze any bottlenecks in the work processes and implement improvements together with your colleagues;
- Facility: you coordinate and analyze any bottlenecks in the maintenance of our CRM system (Account View), system management, website management, telephony, office facilities, housing, and workplaces.
Job Vacancy
We are looking for an experienced Office Manager starting in September.
The Dutch Association for Acupuncture (NVA) is the largest professional association for acupuncturists in our country. We work, with a team of 6 people at the secretariat in Amersfoort. The secretariat collaborates with about thirty volunteers (acupuncturists) within the association.
The NVA is there for its members, but also raises awareness of acupuncture among the public, healthcare providers, and politicians. The NVA stands for recognition, knowledge, and awareness of acupuncture as a form of treatment. The objective is that the quality of acupuncture in the Netherlands meets the highest standards. The secretariat plays a central role in both communication within the association and externally.
Are you curious about our office, the work environment, the atmosphere, and the team? Feel free to come by to get to know us! We would love to have a coffee or tea with you, or spend a few hours with us to get a good impression.
Your Profile
You are a driven, structured, and enthusiastic individual with a passion for making an impact in the non-profit sector. You are service-oriented, representative, and have strong communication skills. With your competencies, you effortlessly maintain good relationships with both members, volunteers, and the board. You are discreet and therefore know well how to handle confidential information.
We ask
- An MBO+ / HBO level of education;
- At least five years of relevant work experience;
- Good oral and written communication skills in Dutch and English;
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills. Experience with CRM systems is a plus;
- You reside in the vicinity of Amersfoort;
- You have an affinity with alternative medicine.
What does the Dutch Acupuncture Association offer?
- A challenging position with a lot of independence and room for new ideas;
- An inspiring, ambitious work environment within a dedicated team with short lines of communication;
- A collegial work atmosphere in the center of Amersfoort;
- A salary, depending on knowledge and experience, between €3,950 and €4,800;
- A one-year contract, with the prospect of a permanent position;
- An alternative to pension scheme 1.5 times a gross monthly salary per year;
- If you would like more information about the position, visit our office or have any other questions, please contact Marijke Hofs (Marijke@acupunctuur.nl or 033-4615953). More information about the NVA can be found at: https://www.acupunctuur.nl/.
Apply
Are you interested in the position? Then send your application letter and CV no later than May 16 to:
Dutch Association for Acupuncture
Attn. Marijke Hofs
Van Persijnstraat 17
3811 LS Amersfoort
You can also email to: marijke@acupunctuur.nl.
