Head of Startup Incubator (0.8 FTE)

- 5 to 10 years of experience in areas like technology development and commercialisation support, startup incubator or accelerator programs

- past experience as (co-)founder of a startup or having been part of one is a requirement

- demonstrable people management, coaching, strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage a diverse team

- a relevant network in the Dutch startup ecosystem: Have a strong understanding of the startup landscape, including knowledge of various industries, emerging trends, and funding resources. Experience working with startups and supporting their growth is crucial

- business development and networking: You are able to establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, mentors, industry experts, and corporate partners. You should bring and maintain our strong network that can benefit the startups at VLN

- communication and interpersonal skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for this role, you will be working closely with startup founders, investors, and other stakeholders. The ability to effectively convey ideas, present, give feedback and build relationships is important

- proficiency in both written and spoken English and B2/C1 level Dutch are mandatory, while proficiency in Dutch is considered an additional asset.

What do you get in return?
An inspiring startup environment where you have the opportunity to bring your vision to life and make a huge impact for founders and startups within the Northern Dutch ecosystem. You will work with a driven and ambitious team that goes above and beyond to support startups and builds a thriving ecosystem, day-in-day-out.