Programme Coordinator
UWC makes education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future
We are seeking an experienced full time Programme Coordinator to be part of our Community Engagement team, starting on 1 August 2026. This role leads the school’s sustainability vision by connecting students, staff, and the wider community around shared goals. The work includes student mentoring, curriculum alignment, operational sustainability, monitoring reporting to different stakeholders, data collection and community partnerships as well as communication strategy design for our school’s sustainability vision. Besides that, you will coordinate the Youth Social Entrepreneurship Program, and when needed, other projects and initiatives within the Community Engagement team.
Due to the visa/work permit requirements, we can only appoint people with an EU-passport or valid work permit for the Netherlands.
UWC Maastricht
We offer a challenging and engaging education for students from all age groups, equipping them with the attitudes, skills and knowledge to live a meaningful and flourishing life. The UWC Maastricht educational experience is about knowing and acting. We nurture an understanding of the world and its major challenges, and help students discover how they can serve others and make a positive contribution to society and the planet. We currently serve over 900 students from more than 100 countries, 200 of whom live in our residential community on campus.
The successful profile & qualifications
Commitment
Pursuing the UWC mission requires a commitment from our staff members to the following values:
International and cultural understanding, celebration of difference, personal responsibility and integrity, mutual responsibility and respect, compassion and service, respect for the environment, a sense of idealism, personal challenge, action and personal example.
It should be noted that the school is a dynamic and high energy environment: the satisfaction from working at UWC Maastricht is high – but so are the demands on time and engagement.
Education degree and Professional experience
- Relevant Bechalor’s and/or Master’s degrees in Sustainability related fields, including policies, engineering or sciences
- Proven experience in mentoring students and managing sustainability related projects
Professional Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, Dutch is a plus
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Knowledge and passion for nature, outdoors and overall sustainability
- Proactive and collaborative attitude and a team player
- No 9 to 5 work mentality. Working during the evenings and weekends is sometimes required
- Previous UWC experience is a plus
Safeguarding
UWC Maastricht is committed to upholding the highest standards in student safeguarding. Throughout the application process we will be assessing your suitability to work with children and young adults. Prior to an offer of employment being made, UWC Maastricht will check directly with current and former employers about safeguarding.
UWC Maastricht recruits qualified and experienced staff from around the world who are committed to our school’s mission to make education a force for peace and a sustainable future.
Terms of Employment
- You will get a temporary contract of employment, starting 1 August 2026, under Dutch law: it is a contract as Programme Coordinator for 1.0 FTE: on average 40 hours per week, initially for one year and can be renewed after that.
- The package will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the position, according to the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Secondary Education (‘CAO VO’). The salary is based on years of experience and lies between €3.022,- and €4.449,- per month on a full time basis.
- Participation in the school’s pension plan via the ABP Retirement/Pension Fund.
- Support in the application for the ‘30% Facility for Incoming Employees’ with the Dutch Tax Authorities (if eligible).
- Location: UWC Maastricht, the Netherlands.
To be able to work in the Netherlands, a (foreign) staff member must be able to successfully apply for:
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A Dutch VOG (certificate of good conduct).
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Police clearance from foreign country of residence (if applicable).
UWCM will assist in the application process for a VOG.
Information
The application deadline for this vacancy is 6 May 2026.
If you would like to know more about this challenging position, please contact our HR Team via vacancies@uwcmaastricht.nl
Please note that our school is closed for a break from 17 April 2026 until 4 May 2026.