Job Description

Location: Utrecht, Netherlands

An experienced Quartermaster is required to lead the transition toward a newly structured IPM (Information and Process Management) department within the social domain. The role focuses on establishing a unified, well-functioning department by consolidating dispersed teams, aligning ways of working, and preparing for a smooth handover to a permanent department head.

Key Responsibilities

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  Provide direction, structure, and clarity during the organizational transition
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  Establish a cohesive IPM Social department with clear roles and responsibilities
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  Develop and implement a consistent and predictable way of working
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  Align teams from different organizational backgrounds into a unified department
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  Strengthen collaboration between business, client teams, and support functions
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  Support onboarding and transition of the future department head
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  Ensure alignment with annual plans, roadmaps, and portfolio management
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  Foster a shared culture and identity within the department

Expected Results (by end of 2026)

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  Fully functioning department with defined structure and governance
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  Standardized and supported ways of working across teams
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  Strong collaboration and clear prioritization with stakeholders
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  Predictable cooperation between various teams
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  A unified and recognizable departmental culture

Requirements

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  University-level education or equivalent
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  Minimum 10+ years of management experience
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  Proven experience managing 15+ projects/programs
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  Experience in IPM/IV management and organizational setup
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  Experience with IPM/IV strategy and policy development
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  Familiarity with process optimization and lean information management
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  Experience within public sector or decentralized government (preferred)
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  Affinity with the social domain

Key Competencies

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  Strong change management capabilities
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  Strategic thinker with a helicopter view
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  Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
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  Persuasive, proactive, and results-driven
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  Analytical with a structured approach
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  Able to operate effectively in complex political and administrative environments

Additional Information

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  Hybrid working model
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  Pre-employment screening required prior to start
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  Valid identification required