Do you want to be part of an international IB school in Amsterdam where learning is at the heart of everything we do? Then we invite you to apply!
About us
The Amsterdam International Community School (AICS) is a Dutch International Primary and Secondary School offering international education in English to 2400 students of more than 80 different nationalities who are (temporarily) living in the Netherlands and are enjoying high quality, accessible, community based international learning.
The AICS is a partly-state-funded community school, which enables us to deliver high-quality education at competitive fees. We were the first school in the Netherlands to offer the full IB continuum (IB, PYP, MYP, DP and CP) and are a fully accredited member of the Council of International Schools (CIS).
AICS students value and embrace differences and diversity. Our education aims to teach our students to become compassionate and wise human beings through knowledge and inquiry.
The AICS is guided by the core values of belonging, a possibility mindset, and learning for life, fostering a supportive community in which students, staff and parents feel valued, approach challenges with optimism, and are committed to continuous personal and academic development.
About the position
The Communications & Project Management team member plays a key role in supporting the school's day-to-day communications, ensuring clear, engaging, and consistent messaging while promoting school events, activities, and strategic initiatives. From admissions campaigns to student-led initiatives, you help showcase the vibrant life of AICS and strengthen the school's profile within and beyond the community.
Working closely with the Principal, Communications Advisor, and other stakeholders, you coordinate the planning and delivery of communications and cross-school projects, while providing general project management and administrative support to help ensure initiatives are delivered effectively and on schedule.
Through strong organisation, creativity, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement, you contribute to enhancing the school's reputation, strengthening community engagement, and maintaining a consistent and professional AICS brand across all communications
This is what you bring
You are a colleague with strong collaboration skills, a flexible mindset, and a dedication to continuous development, including proactively using feedback to continuously improve your professional practice.
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You are organised, proactive, and detail-oriented, with strong planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Ensuring progress is monitored and deadlines are met;
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You are multi-media fluent, have a creative mindset, strong copywriting skills and familiarity with creating digital content;
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You have a relentless drive for quality and are able to develop and deliver targeted marketing initiatives that strengthen AICS visibility, support student recruitment and retention, and showcasing programmes, community events, and achievements through engaging, brand-aligned content;
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You are adaptable, solutions-focused, and committed to continuous learning, using feedback, data, and stakeholder insights to improve your work;
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You are committed to the school’s mission of providing high-quality, community-based international learning through the IB programme and value the diversity of cultural backgrounds within our community;
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You bring resilience, a positive attitude, and a good sense of humour, contributing constructively to a dynamic and collaborative environment;
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You have excellent command of the English language and strong communication skills, enabling you to connect effectively with a diverse school community;
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Proficiency with Google Workspace for Education is required, including maintaining student and staff dashboards (web pages), managing content on the school's website and parent communication platform, and using Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, and Classroom;
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Experience using digital design and multimedia tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud (including Photoshop and video editing applications) to support teaching, learning, communication, and student engagement is beneficial.
We offer
- Salary in pay scale 8, based upon knowledge and experience (min. €3022,- max. €4449,- full-time per month, before tax);
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End-of-year bonus of 8.33%;
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A holiday allowance in May (8%);
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Good work-life balance which includes school holidays;
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An excellent pension plan with ABP;
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A wide range of vitality and wellbeing benefits;
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A wide range of professional development opportunities;
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MacBook (delete if not relevant);
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Staff outings and events.
We offer a temporary contract for 0,8 fte with the prospect of a permanent position after one year based on proven suitability.
Are you interested?
Please upload your cv and motivation letter via the Apply Now button before Wednesday August 19, 2026. For questions, please reach out to [email protected]. We will begin reviewing applications and respond to inquiries after we return from the summer break.
Do you have Esprit?
The AICS is one of the 15 Esprit schools. At Esprit Schools, we offer innovative education. And challenge ourselves to do things differently. We want to explore the world of education without the boxes and categories. Ultimately aiming for learning beyond boundaries. For that, we need you. Your ideas. Your energy. Your Esprit.
Child safety
The Amsterdam International Community School is committed to providing a safe learning environment for our staff and students. Reference checks will include child protection verification for all serious candidates. A police clearance certificate for previous countries of employment and a Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag (VOG) are required for all staff.
Internal candidates are given priority. Acquisition regarding this vacancy is not appreciated.
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