Do you want to work as a Project Controller on the greenest campus in the Netherlands and contribute to today’s most important societal challenges? Are you financially skilled, analytical, and precise? Are you looking for a challenging role with room to grow?
Become a Project Controller at Wageningen University & Research!
As a Project Controller, you are part of the enthusiastic Finance & Control department within the Social Sciences Group. You are responsible for the administration and financial management of (subsidised) research projects. From budgeting to final reporting, you translate financial insights into clear information for research teams. In this role, you work closely with colleagues on various project control topics and safeguard processes to minimise risks.
The department offers a pleasant, driven, and open working atmosphere with attention to a healthy work–life balance. Besides the Project Control team, the F&C department also includes the Business Control team. As Project Controller, you will work for the Department of Social Sciences at Wageningen University.
What you can expect as a Project Controller
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Independent project control — You manage project control autonomously and are responsible for overall project governance.
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Financial point of contact — You act as the financial advisor for project leaders and chair groups, providing both solicited and unsolicited advice.
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Project results reporting — You determine project results for monthly and annual figures used for internal monitoring and external reporting (e.g., annual accounts).
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Risk management — You help identify and monitor project risks and contribute to internal control measures.
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Collaboration with colleagues — You work closely with colleagues in the back office and business control.
We ask for:
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A bachelor’s degree, preferably in business economics, accountancy, or a similar field.
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Strong financial and analytical skills.
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A customer‑ and quality‑oriented mindset.
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Good communication skills, enabling you to bridge the gap between project leaders and F&C.
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Strong command of Dutch and English.
You also recognise these qualities in yourself: you take initiative, act with integrity, work accurately, and are always looking for opportunities to further develop yourself.
In our international working environment there is an increasing amount of communication in English. For this position it is about language level B2.
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
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working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
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sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
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there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
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a fixed year-end bonus of 8,3%;
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excellent pension scheme.
In addition to these first-rate employee benefits, you will of course receive a good salary. We offer, depending on your experience, a competitive gross salary of between €3,482.- and €4,929.-for a full-time working week of 36 hours, in accordance with the CLA Wageningen Research (scale 9). Additionally, For this role a contract for32 hours can be discussed. We initially offer a one-year contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and depending on the organisation’s financial situation.
We encourage development and internal mobility within our organisation. Our recruitment and selection policy sets out the conditions that apply specifically to you as a (former) employee. If you have any questions, we are happy to help.
WUR welcomes applications from international candidates. However, for applicants for this specific position from outside the EU/EFTA zone, immigration restrictions may apply based on Dutch and EU immigration laws. Such candidates may be eligible for an “orientation year” in the Netherlands or a visa as a “knowledge migrant”.
Wageningen University & Research is the university and research centre for life sciences. The themes we deal with are relevant to everyone around the world and Wageningen, therefore, has a large international community and a lot to offer to international employees.
Because we expect you to work and live in the Netherlands our team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family. If you come with a partner, we offer a Dual Career group program organized by our Welcome Center. This program helps your partner to get familiar with the Dutch culture, labour market and assists your partner to find a job.
Feeling welcome also has everything to do with being well informed. Wageningen University & Research's International Community page contains practical information about what we can do to support international employees coming to Wageningen. Furthermore, our Welcome Center can assist you with any additional advice and information about for example housing, opening a bank account or schooling. Finally, certain categories of international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands.
For more information about the position, please contact Christiaan de Graaf (Teamlead projectcontrol SSG) via 0317 485 813 or [email protected].
Questions about the procedure? Get in touch with Jeanine van 't Veer, Corporate Recruiter, via [email protected] of telefonisch via 0317 - 481707.
Ready to apply?
Click on the application button next to the vacancy on our website. Only applications submitted through our website will be considered.
You can apply up to and including 17 August 2026. Internal candidates are preferred to apply before 24 July 2026.
Applications are reviewed regularly. Therefore, the position may be filled before the stated closing date.
Welcome, safe, and valued
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) highly values diversity and inclusion because we believe that different insights lead to innovative solutions. We create a work environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and appreciated, regardless of background, identity, or experience. Together, we are building a culture where everyone's unique contribution adds to the success of our organization.
The mission of Wageningen University & Research is “To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life”. Under the banner Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation have joined forces in contributing to finding solutions to important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment. With its roughly 30 branches, 7,600 employees (6,700 fte) and 13,100 students and over 150,000 participants to WUR’s Life Long Learning, Wageningen University & Research is one of the leading organisations in its domain. The unique Wageningen approach lies in its integrated approach to issues and the collaboration between different disciplines.
Read the 5 reasons why your future colleagues enjoy working at WUR and watch the video below to get an idea of our green campus!
We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.
