Vacature IT Coordinator

IT Coordinator in Maastricht

Welcome to Maastricht University

The world is changing fast – and so is the way we work, learn, and collaborate. At our university, you make a real difference: whether you’re developing cutting-edge IT solutions, supporting world-class research, or ensuring that our faculty’s digital environment is secure and future-proof.

• Our goal: To improve and future-proof the IT processes and facilities at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASoS).
• Your colleagues: A small and dynamic IT team working closely with central ICTS and colleagues across the faculty.
  
  

In this role, three IT-related responsibilities come together: project leadership, information security, and IT support.

Your main focus will be project leadership . You will coordinate the implementation of projects with central ICTS, as well as internal projects related to hardware or software implementation. You will drive process improvements in incident and asset management. You will develop and deploy hardware (MacBooks, tablets, smartphones) and support the Information Manager in rolling out centrally initiated IT projects.

You will also have an affinity for information security and advise the data steward and researchers on data management, storage, and the safe use of applications. You will lead awareness initiatives within the faculty, conduct risk analyses, and maintain a risk registry.

As part of a small team, you will also be involved in IT support. This mainly means providing second-line support to colleagues and managing IT support tickets that relate to ongoing projects, require long-term assistance, or call for process improvements.

And there’s more: as IT becomes increasingly important within our faculty, this role offers opportunities for growth. Over time, you will be able to take on more responsibility, deepen your expertise in information security and project management, and play a central role in shaping our faculty’s digital strategy for the future.

Are you ready to make our faculty IT-proof for the future? Then we would love to meet you.

What you bring

We are not looking for a checklist of skills, but for who you are and what you contribute. Do you recognise yourself in this?

• Experience in IT support and implementation – preferably including the coordination of local projects.
• Analytical and process-oriented – you have an overview of projects and can develop work processes.
• Strong communicator – you can take people along in changes.
• Independent and structured – you work in a planned and organised way and know how to set priorities.
• Excellent command of English – and a good command of Dutch (B1 level) or the willingness to learn it.

What we offer

As IT Coordinator at Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences , you will be employed by the most international university in the Netherlands, located in the beautiful city of Maastricht. In addition, we offer you:

• Good employment conditions. The position is graded in scale 10 /11 with a corresponding salary based on experience ranging from €3546,00 and €6433,00 gross per month (based on a full-time employment of 38 hours per week). In addition to the monthly salary, an 8.0% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus apply.
• An employment contract for a period of 12 months with a scope of 0,8 - 1,0 FTE. Upon proven suitability, the employment contract will be converted to an indefinite contract.
• At Maastricht University, the well-being of our employees is of utmost importance, we offer flexible working hours and the possibility to work partly from home if the nature of your position allows it. You will receive a monthly commuting and internet allowance for this. If you work full-time, you will be entitled to 29 vacation days and 4 additional public holidays per year, namely carnival Monday, carnival Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day. If you choose to accumulate compensation hours, an additional 12 days will be added. Furthermore, you can personalize your employment conditions through a collective labor agreement (CAO) choice model.
• As Maastricht University, we offer various other excellent secondary employment conditions. These include a good pension scheme with the ABP and the opportunity for UM employees to participate in company fitness and make use of the extensive sports facilities that we also offer to our students.
• Last but certainly not least, we provide the space and facilities for your personal and professional development. We facilitate this by offering a wide range of training programs and supporting various well-established initiatives such as 'acknowledge and appreciate'.
  
  

The terms of employment at Maastricht University are largely set out in the collective labor agreement of Dutch Universities. In addition, local provisions specific to UM apply. For more information,click here

Maastricht University

Why work at Maastricht University?

At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.

In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.

With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.

Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.

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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences FASoS is a close-knit community of approximately 250 staff members and 2100 students. During breaks and before meetings, you can often find us at our favourite local coffee spot Bandito Espresso.

Communication lines within our faculty are short and colleagues are always ready to assist each other. FASoS consists of a highly international student population and a significant part of our staff comes from abroad. Our faculty offers four bachelor programs, eight masters programs and two research master programs that are all characterized by their interdisciplinary approach.

Our research institute studies societies and cultures as they have developed in the modern and contemporary periods. We adopt a radically interdisciplinary approach, analysing the interconnections between Europeanization, globalization, scientific and technological advancement, political change, and cultural innovation.

In addition to teaching and research, our colleagues enjoy expressing themselves creatively. They create podcasts, write poetry as well as fiction.

Working at FASoS means working in a challenging yet informal environment. We believe in crafting your own career path and are always ready to help you in making the most of your job. For more information about FASoS, you can visit our website FASoS

Curious?

Are you interested in this exciting position but still have questions? Feel free to contact Constance Sommerey at [email protected] or via phone +31 6 81979111 for more information. Do you have any questions regarding the procedure, please contact Manon Souren (Recruiter) at [email protected] or via phone +31 6 34577732.

Applying?

Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new IT Coordinator? Apply now, no later than 7 September 2025, for this position.

The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusivecommunity. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.