Do you want to play a key role in implementing TU/e's strategic ambitions? In this position, you will coordinate the implementation of the Institutional Plan 2026-2030, working closely with the Executive Board, faculties, and university services to turn strategy into action. You will bring together people, projects, and decision-making while ensuring alignment, progress, and transparency across the program. If you enjoy working in a complex environment where collaboration and execution go hand in hand, we would like to hear from 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 knowledge valorization to support the needs of the Brainport Eindhoven high-tech ecosystem. Together with partners across the region, the Netherlands, and Europe, TU/e contributes to global impact by addressing today's major societal transitions in energy, health, digitalization, and advanced materials.
These ambitions are reflected in the TU/e Institutional Plan 2026-2030. As Project Manager Implementation Institutional Plan, you will be part of General Affairs, within the Strategy domain. You will report functionally to the Strategic Domain Lead Strategy and work closely with the Strategic Domain Leads, the Senior Change Communication Strategist, project managers, and stakeholders across the university.
About the role
As Project Manager Implementation Institutional Plan, you will coordinate the implementation of the TU/e Institutional Plan 2026-2030. You will oversee the university-wide implementation program, align with key stakeholders on progress, resources, planning, and governance, and ensure coherence across strategic initiatives. In addition, you will lead one or more implementation projects that are critical to the successful execution of the Institutional Plan, including the potential redesign of the university's organizational structure and faculty organization.
What you will do
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Coordinate the overall implementation program and one or more strategic implementation projects in line with the objectives of the Institutional Plan.
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Translate approved project assignments into integrated project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, governance arrangements, and budgets.
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Support the development of project assignments, mandates, and budgets for strategic subprojects while ensuring alignment across the overall program.
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Coordinate the execution, monitoring, and reporting of program and project activities, including progress, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.
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Organize and facilitate steering committees, working groups, program meetings, and other governance and coordination forums.
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Prepare progress reports and decision-making documents for the Executive Board and contribute to program communications in close collaboration with the Senior Change Communication Strategist.
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Facilitate collaboration across faculties, university services, and project teams to ensure the integrated implementation of strategic initiatives.
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Identify and manage interdependencies between projects and organizational units, escalate bottlenecks where needed, and propose practical solutions to support implementation.
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Build and maintain effective working relationships with the Executive Board, Strategic Domain Leads, Deans, Directors, project managers, and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment and engagement throughout the implementation process.
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Provide reliable management information, prepare program documentation and governance materials, and incorporate lessons learned into future implementation activities.
What you bring
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Bachelor's or master's level working and thinking ability.
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Affinity with the core activities of a university: education, research, knowledge valorization, and operations.
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Experience with project management in nonprofit and/or public or semi-public organizations, preferably supported by certification in multiple project management methodologies.
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A structured, proactive, and solution-oriented approach, with the ability to manage planning and progress effectively.
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The ability to work independently under the direction of the Strategic Domain Lead Strategy while contributing as a collaborative team member.
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Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively with senior leaders, Deans, Directors, professional services, and colleagues across the university.
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Excellent command of both Dutch and English, written and spoken.
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Availability to work on campus at least 3 days per week.
Within General Affairs, you are also expected to translate strategy into execution, foster collaboration across organizational boundaries, support effective governance and decision-making, contribute to continuous improvement, and actively promote the development of people, teams, and the organization.
If you are concerned that you don’t meet all the requirements sufficiently, but the job does excite you, then be sure to respond, we would 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:
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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.
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Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 12, ranging from € 5.932,- to € 7.573,- gross base salary per month (full-time), depending on your knowledge and experience.
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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.
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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%.
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A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
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A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
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Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
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Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
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Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
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Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus 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 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.
Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech 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 Westenbrink, Strategic Domain Lead Strategy, [email protected].
Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact Mai Lan Pham, Senior Recruiter, [email protected].
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 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
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You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
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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.
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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 ([email protected]) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
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Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
Type of employment: temporary employment with possibility of permanent employment | Contract type: full-time/part-time | Number of positions: 1 | Full-time equivalent: 0.8 - 1.0 FTE | City: Eindhoven | County: Noord-Brabant | Country: Netherlands | Reference number: 2026/459 | Published: 2026-07-21 | Last application date: 2026-08-21
