Policy Advisor Information Institutional Strategy

How do you measure whether auniversitysstrategy is delivering the intended impact As Policy Advisor Information Institutional Strategy you will help TU/e translate its strategic ambitions into meaningful management information that supports decision-making across the university. Working with the Executive Board faculties institutes and university services you will develop the indicators dashboards and reporting needed tomonitorprogress and inform future decisions. If you enjoy connecting strategy data and governance in a complex academic environment we wouldloveto meet you!

About the department

Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is a leading European university of science and technology. Through its Strategy 2030 TU/e is investing in the growth of education research and knowledgevalorizationto support the needs of theBrainportEindhoven high-tech ecosystem. Together with partners across the region the Netherlands and Europe TU/e contributes to global impact by addressing todays major societal transitions in energy health digitalization and advanced materials.

These ambitions are further articulated in the TU/e Institutional Plan 2026-2030.

You will join General Affairs (GA) the department that connects strategy with implementation streamlines institutional processes and strengthens collaboration across the university. General Affairs supports TU/e in maximizing its societal impact by enabling effective governance reducing institutional risk fostering a safe inclusive and thriving campus and building strategic partnerships withinBrainportand beyond. Through these efforts the department supports TU/es core missions in education research innovation and societal impact.

As PolicyAdvisorInformation Institutional Strategy you will be part of the Strategy domain and report functionally to the Strategic Domain Lead addition you will be supported by a Competence Manager who focuses on your professional development project staffing and fostering a culture aligned with TU/esvalues.

About the role

As Policy Advisor Information Institutional Strategy youare responsible fordeveloping coordinating and continuously improving TU/es strategic management information framework. You translate the ambitions of the Institutional Plan into meaningfulmanagementinformation performance indicators and integrated reporting that support evidence-based decision-making.

Working under the direction of the Strategic Domain Lead Strategy you collaborate across organizational boundaries with the Strategic Domain Leads for Education ResearchValorization and Operations as well as with faculties and university services. You playan important rolein connecting information flows aligning stakeholders and strengthening end-to-end collaboration so that strategic information supports integrated decision-making throughout the university.

What you will do

• Develop coordinate and continuously improve TU/es strategic management information framework in support of institutional planning governance monitoring and decision-making.
• Translate theobjectivesof the Institutional Plan into measurable performance indicators strategic dashboards and integrated management reports.
• Advisethe Executive Board Strategic Domain Leads Deans and Directors on strategic information needs and performance management.
• Developmaintain andmonitora university-wide framework of qualitative and quantitative Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) linked to the Institutional Plan.
• Analyzeinstitutional performanceidentifytrends and risks andprovideactionable management insights.
• Coordinate the preparation of strategic reports for governance planning and accountability purposes.
• Translate strategicobjectivesand information requirements into integrated dashboards and reporting solutions in close collaboration with the Business Intelligence (BI) team.
• Safeguard the consistency quality and accessibility of strategic information across the university and promote data-informed decision-making.
• Develop and coordinate TU/es strategic approach to international university rankings and benchmarking.
• Collaborate with faculties and university services to improve data quality and institutional performance whileanalyzingexternal developments andadvising onopportunities to strengthen TU/es international position.
• Strengthen end-to-end collaboration across faculties and university services by connecting strategic processes information flows and performance management.
• Ensure alignment between strategicobjectives operational execution and organizational performance.
• Build andmaintainstrong relationships with the Executive Board Strategic Domain Leads Deans Directors project managers information analysts and other stakeholders.
• Act as the link between strategy Business Intelligence faculties and university servicesfacilitatingdialogue alignment and commitment around strategic performance management.

What you bring

Experience

• A masters degree or an equivalent academic level of working and thinking.
• Demonstrated experience in strategicmanagementinformation performance management business intelligence or institutional planning.
• Experience with governance KPI development dashboard development and strategic reporting.
• Experience managing stakeholders in a complex organizational environment andadvisingsenior leadership.
• Affinity with higher education and the universitys core domains: Education Research KnowledgeValorization and Operations.

Competencies

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex information into meaningful management insights.
• Ability to work across organizational boundaries connect stakeholders and strengthen end-to-end collaboration and processes.
• A proactive structured and results-oriented approach combined with strong planning and coordination skills.
• Strategic insight organizational and political sensitivity and excellent advisory skills.
• A collaborative mindset withstrong communicationskills integrity adaptability accountability and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary environments.
• Excellent command of both Dutch and English.

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

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:

• Given the current implementation phase of the TU/e Institutional Plan this position is initially offered as a one-year appointment. Upon successful performance and subject to the availability of structural funding there is the prospect of a permanent position.
• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities scale 11 ranging from 4.925- to 6.682- gross base salary per month (full-time) depending on your knowledge and experience.
• In addition to your base salary you will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus both calculated based on your annual gross base salary.
• As a TU/e employee you participate in the ABP pension scheme providing retirement pension and pension benefits for surviving dependents and occupational disability. TU/e pays 70% of the pension premium while employees contribute the remaining 30%.
• 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 excellent development opportunities such as mentoring workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses working from home and the internet.
• Unlimited access to the modern oncampus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.

On our website you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

We are a leading international university 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.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven a worldleading tech region with more than 7000 hightech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI photonics semiconductors and advanced manufacturing Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position please contact the hiring manager: Renee WestenbrinkStrategic Domain Lead Strategy@.

Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact Mai Lan Pham Senior Recruiter

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

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 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 the National 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.