Do you have a passion for sports, and korfball in particular? Do you enjoy teaching others and are you able to motivate a group of enthusiastic students? Then Sports Centre de Bongerd is looking for you!
For our student korfball association Débaldérin, we are looking for a:
Your job
As a korfball trainer, you are responsible for training and coaching both the competitive players and the recreational players of the student sports association Débaldérin. The association has over 40 (student) members. Training sessions take place on Tuesdays from 19:00–20:30 and Thursdays from 20:00–21:30 (alternative times may be arranged in consultation with the association) and are provided through Sports Centre de Bongerd in cooperation with Débaldérin. A typical training session has 15 to 20 members in attendance.
Débaldérin participates in the competition of the Dutch Korfball Association (KNKV), competing in both the midweek league and the Saturday league.
Your main task is to develop both competitive and recreational players, aiming to improve the level of play, increase enjoyment, and achieve competitive results.
In addition to regular training sessions, you will take part several times a year in team and staff meetings, training activities, WeDay, the AID, and/or staff outings. These activities take place outside your regular working hours.
You will work here
The Sports Centre de Bongerd (SCB) of Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is responsible for the sports program for students and staff of WUR. A total of 6500 students and 900 employees actively use the sports centre, which consists of 45 specialized sports teachers, 9 management and administration staff. The CPC has an initiating and active role in the implementation of the health program Vital@work. The sports centre is located on the edge of the campus and is the base for the various student sports associations. Due to the large number of international students and staff, the language of instruction on campus (and at GVC) is largely English.
You are an active, proactive person, with strong competencies in customer focus, teamwork, sociability, coaching, flexibility, and enthusiasm.
You also possess/are:
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a korfball trainer level 3 certificate, ambition to obtain it, or equivalent experience;
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a driven and enthusiastic trainer who demonstrates clear leadership and takes the association’s interests into account;
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a trainer who can take charge of the group but, when appropriate, also stands among the players and takes part in the social hour after a match or training session;
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able to interact naturally and comfortably with the student target group;
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a trainer who pays attention to the progression of current members and the integration of new students;
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a trainer who can set up training sessions that suit players of different levels;
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someone who fits within the current club culture and has knowledge of, and can work with, various cultural backgrounds;
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able to work independently and proactively;
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a good command of Dutch and English;
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experience in training adults (preferred).
You can see that there are plenty of challenges ahead of you. These challenges can also be seen as development opportunities. So if you do not yet the track record that is requested in the vacancy, but do have solid work experience, we would also like to invite you to apply.
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 offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
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sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
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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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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. Depending on your experience, we offer a competitive gross salary of between € 3,382.- and € 4,484.- for a full-time working week of 38 hours, in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreements for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU) (scale 8). This is a temporary appointment for an initial period of 12 months. An extension to a permanent contract of 3 teaching hours per week is possible.
Wageningen University & Research encourages internal advancement opportunities and mobility with an internal recruitment policy. There are plenty of options for personal initiative in a learning environment, and we provide excellent training opportunities. We are offering a unique position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.
You are going to work at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland, and at a university that has been chosen as the “Best University” in the Netherlands for the 20th consecutive time.
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 this position, please contact Tijmen van Oostenbrugge, coordinator Sport Centre de Bongerd, +31 317-488469 or by email: [email protected].
For more information about the procedure, please contact Conny Scholtens via email: [email protected].
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 Monday June 8th, 2026.
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.
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We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.
