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About Us
How do you ensure that students develop not only within their degree programme, but beyond it as well? As Programme Manager Extracurricular Development, you give direction to programmes that challenge students to look further, discover new perspectives and develop their talents.
Your role
Wageningen University & Research offers students a wide range of opportunities to develop themselves alongside their studies. Initiatives such as Studium Generale, Student Challenges and the Honours Programme contribute to students’ academic, societal and personal development outside of their degree programmes.
As Programme Manager Extracurricular Development, you lead the teams that shape these initiatives. You develop an integrated vision for extracurricular development within WUR. This role has a strong focus on professional leadership, strategic development and collaboration. You create an inspiring working environment for staff and ensure a strong, recognisable offering for students. You also strengthen ties with societal partners and contribute to positioning WUR as a university that prepares students for complex societal challenges.
You lead a team of approximately 9 FTE within Studium Generale and Student Challenges. From 2028, the Honours Programme will also join, growing the team to approximately 11 FTE. You create space for professionals to keep developing, encourage collaboration, and ensure the programmes continue to meet the needs of students and society. Together with education teams, colleagues within Student Life, Wellbeing & Inclusion, academic advisory boards and external partners, you develop new opportunities. You connect people, ideas and societal issues, and give the programmes a clear place within and beyond WUR. You report to the Dean of Education.
Your duties and responsibilities as a Programme Manager Extracurricular Development, you:
The Teams Within The Extracurricular Offering Consist Of Dedicated Professionals Who Work On Programmes For Students In The Areas Of Reflection, Societal Engagement And Talent Development. The Three Teams Are
You are a strategically strong, connecting leader who gets people moving. You spot opportunities, bring different perspectives together, and know how to provide direction without losing sight of the space professionals and partners need. You have an affinity for higher education and for students’ broader development alongside their degree programme, such as reflection, social engagement and talent development. You gain energy from issues where science, people and society come together.
You Also Possess
Within Wageningen University, ‘Education & Student Affairs’ (ESA) is the central department for education. ESA matches supply and demand in education, is responsible for quality assurance, and develops and implements education policy. Alongside accredited degree programmes, the department also develops a range of online education and continuing education. The department provides services to (prospective) students and teaching staff at WU and supports the execution of education. ESA is headed by the Dean of Education.
In our international working environment, an increasing amount of communication takes place in English. For this position, the required proficiency is language level C2. If you do not yet have this level, we will of course help you, and you can turn to our language centre, Wageningen in’to Languages .
You will see that there are plenty of challenges ahead. These challenges can also be seen as development opportunities. So if you do not yet have the exact track record requested in this vacancy, but do have solid work experience, we would still like to invite you to apply.
We offer
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment . A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
If you are an internal employee, your current contract is the starting point. Ask your HR Business Partner about your situation specifically. 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.
Coming from abroad
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.
Important information
For more information about the position, please contact Dick de Ridder, Dean of Education, via email: dick.deridder@wur.nl.
Questions about the procedure? Get in touch with Edvard Jongschaap, corporate recruiter via email: edvard,jongschaap@wur.nl.
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 9th of November 2026. The first interviews will be held in week 47. The second round of interviews will take place in week 49.
Applications are reviewed regularly. Therefore, the position may be filled before the stated closing date.
Procedure
As part of our selection process, an assessment may be incorporated within the procedure.
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.
We are
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.
Locations
Wageningen
Professional field
Staff & Support
Educational level
Masters degree, Doctorate
Apply before
10-11-2026
Salary range
€5932 - €7573
Hours
32 - 32
About Us
- Plenty of variety and challenges
- Pleasant working atmosphere
- Time for personal development
- Proper work-life balance
- Internationally leading
How do you ensure that students develop not only within their degree programme, but beyond it as well? As Programme Manager Extracurricular Development, you give direction to programmes that challenge students to look further, discover new perspectives and develop their talents.
Your role
Wageningen University & Research offers students a wide range of opportunities to develop themselves alongside their studies. Initiatives such as Studium Generale, Student Challenges and the Honours Programme contribute to students’ academic, societal and personal development outside of their degree programmes.
As Programme Manager Extracurricular Development, you lead the teams that shape these initiatives. You develop an integrated vision for extracurricular development within WUR. This role has a strong focus on professional leadership, strategic development and collaboration. You create an inspiring working environment for staff and ensure a strong, recognisable offering for students. You also strengthen ties with societal partners and contribute to positioning WUR as a university that prepares students for complex societal challenges.
You lead a team of approximately 9 FTE within Studium Generale and Student Challenges. From 2028, the Honours Programme will also join, growing the team to approximately 11 FTE. You create space for professionals to keep developing, encourage collaboration, and ensure the programmes continue to meet the needs of students and society. Together with education teams, colleagues within Student Life, Wellbeing & Inclusion, academic advisory boards and external partners, you develop new opportunities. You connect people, ideas and societal issues, and give the programmes a clear place within and beyond WUR. You report to the Dean of Education.
Your duties and responsibilities as a Programme Manager Extracurricular Development, you:
- develop, together with the teams and their academic advisory boards, and in consultation with degree programmes and other departments, one clear vision for extracurricular development for WUR students;
- ensure coherence in, and further development of, a relevant, attractive and distinctive extracurricular offering;
- lead the teams and create an environment in which professionals can grow and collaborate;
- are responsible for staff and organisational development within the teams and within the financial frameworks;
- build strategic partnerships with societal and other external partners;
- represent the programmes within and beyond WUR.
The Teams Within The Extracurricular Offering Consist Of Dedicated Professionals Who Work On Programmes For Students In The Areas Of Reflection, Societal Engagement And Talent Development. The Three Teams Are
- Studium Generale – encourages students and staff to think critically about science, society and themselves, through a programme of lectures, debates and activities focused on reflection, broadening and deepening of knowledge.
- Student Challenges – develops programmes in which international student teams collaborate across disciplines on societal issues and tangible impact.
- Honours Programme – offers motivated students additional depth, with room for talentdevelopment and academic excellence.
You are a strategically strong, connecting leader who gets people moving. You spot opportunities, bring different perspectives together, and know how to provide direction without losing sight of the space professionals and partners need. You have an affinity for higher education and for students’ broader development alongside their degree programme, such as reflection, social engagement and talent development. You gain energy from issues where science, people and society come together.
You Also Possess
- an academic working and thinking level;
- broad academic interest in current scientific and societal developments;
- demonstrable experience in leading professionals;
- experience with strategic development and organisational development;
- strong communication skills, organisational sensitivity and the ability to build support;
- experience collaborating with external partners and societal organisations.
Within Wageningen University, ‘Education & Student Affairs’ (ESA) is the central department for education. ESA matches supply and demand in education, is responsible for quality assurance, and develops and implements education policy. Alongside accredited degree programmes, the department also develops a range of online education and continuing education. The department provides services to (prospective) students and teaching staff at WU and supports the execution of education. ESA is headed by the Dean of Education.
In our international working environment, an increasing amount of communication takes place in English. For this position, the required proficiency is language level C2. If you do not yet have this level, we will of course help you, and you can turn to our language centre, Wageningen in’to Languages .
You will see that there are plenty of challenges ahead. These challenges can also be seen as development opportunities. So if you do not yet have the exact track record requested in this vacancy, but do have solid work experience, we would still like to invite you to apply.
We offer
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment . A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
- sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
- working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
- there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
- a fixed year-end bonus of 8.3%;
- excellent pension scheme.
If you are an internal employee, your current contract is the starting point. Ask your HR Business Partner about your situation specifically. 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.
Coming from abroad
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.
Important information
For more information about the position, please contact Dick de Ridder, Dean of Education, via email: dick.deridder@wur.nl.
Questions about the procedure? Get in touch with Edvard Jongschaap, corporate recruiter via email: edvard,jongschaap@wur.nl.
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 9th of November 2026. The first interviews will be held in week 47. The second round of interviews will take place in week 49.
Applications are reviewed regularly. Therefore, the position may be filled before the stated closing date.
Procedure
As part of our selection process, an assessment may be incorporated within the procedure.
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.
We are
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.
Locations
Wageningen
Professional field
Staff & Support
Educational level
Masters degree, Doctorate
Apply before
10-11-2026
Salary range
€5932 - €7573
Hours
32 - 32