Senior Change Communication Strategist

Do you want to play a key role in strengthening the internal change capacity of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) Do you have a sharp understanding of how organizations function and how change unfolds as well as a strong appreciation of the role internal communication plays in strategic transformation initiatives If so we would love to hear from you!

The General Affairs department at TU/e is looking for a driven Senior Change Communication Strategist who will help energize and mobilize our organization.

Job Description

Your mission

The General Affairs service department empowers TU/e to achieve its ambitions by turning strategy into action. General Affairs leads a wide range of strategic change programs and projects. With the Institutional Plan TU/e is setting out a renewed and ambitious course. Your contribution as Senior Change Communication Strategist is essential in engaging employees activating them to contribute and strengthening internal connections across the organization enabling TU/e to move forward as One TU/e toward the future.

Position overview

As Senior Change Communication Strategist you combine strategic insight with a hands-on mentality. You not only advise on strategies and interventions that positively influence behavior and build support but you also translate these into clear compelling formal and informal messages and communication doing so you contribute to a constructive and open dialogue about change at TU/e. This is not a general communications role but a strategic change function at the intersection of organizational development leadership and communication.

You feel at home in a university environment and serve as a professional and knowledgeable sparring partner for colleagues senior management and the Executive Board. Youre a real team player and through your approach and way of working you inspire and connect with stakeholders and colleagues; you lead by example.

What will you do

• Developing implementing evaluating and adjusting (communication) strategies and communication plans for strategic change programs and projects in close cooperation with the Chief Transformation Officer the Strategy Cluster General Affairs and your Marketing & Communications colleagues.
• Develop the change (communication) strategy and policy proposals and recommendations that are crucial to the strategic and long-term functioning of the institution as a whole or its essential parts.
• Develop a compelling change narrative around One TU/e and the organizations ambitions and safeguard its consistent application across various communication channels.
• Advise and support TU/es leadership coalition (Executive Board directors and management) in guiding employees through change activating them to contribute and strengthening internal connections within the organization.
• Act within a decision-making structure characterized by a complex interplay of internal and external players and environmental factors (financial-economic social political). Understands the strategic arena of the domains and is able to manage power dynamics effectively.
• Draw up clear compelling formal and informal messages and communication tools to enable the strategic changes foreseen.
• Inspire and engage fellow communication professionals in the field of change communication helping to further develop this expertise within TU/e.

Job Requirements

What do you bring

• You are a communications professional with a completed university-level degree (Master) specializing in internal and change communication.
• You have at least 7 years of demonstrable hands-on experience in large-scale organization-wide change management and transformation communications preferably within a complex (academic) organization.
• You are a proactive strategic thinker with a strong hands-on mentality.
• You are flexible creative analytical and result-oriented.
• You are a team player and connector who easily engages with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization including executive leadership and board level.
• You have strong execution and persuasion skills enabling you to translate complex issues into impactful communication and sound advice.
• You have a concise engaging writing style and a strong sense of visual communication.
• You have excellent command of both Dutch and English spoken and written.

If you are concerned that you dont meet all the requirements sufficiently but the job does excite you then be sure to respond we would love to look at your profile.

Conditions of Employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum 6.512- to maximum 7.904- for full-time employment depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 13 collective labour agreementfor Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellentdevelopment opportunitiessuch as mentoring workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.

Here you can discover even more information about ourconditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

About us

Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13000 students and more than 7000 staff forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position please contact the hiring manager: Marieke Willems Secretary to the Executive Board

For questions about theapplication processor theconditions of employment please contact Mai Lan Pham Senior Recruiter

Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e Please visit ourcareer page.

Application

If you are interested please use the apply button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check please consult theNational Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants:Please be aware that for this position specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team () before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.