Vacature Junior Communication & Alumni Officer

Junior Communication & Alumni Officer in Maastricht

Join Our Global Community at UWC Maastricht 

UWC Maastricht is more than a school: it is a vibrant international community where students from over 100 nationalities come together to learn, grow and make a difference. As part of the global UWC movement, with 18 schools worldwide, we use education as a force for peace and a sustainable future. From age 4 to 18, students experience a truly international environment where diversity is celebrated and learning extends far beyond the classroom.

If you’re passionate about communications, community building and working in a mission-driven setting: this is your opportunity.

Role Overview

We are looking for a creative and motivated Junior Communication & Alumni Officer to join our Advancement Team. Your work will help grow our community, engage alumni and support fundraising for scholarships: enabling students from all backgrounds to attend UWC Maastricht.

You will be part of a small and committed team, contributing to meaningful projects that reflect the school’s mission. This role offers a great opportunity to build your career in communications and engagement.

Please note: due to immigration regulations, this role requires an EU passport.

Key Responsibilities

Content & Branding: Create and manage engaging content for newsletters, social media, brochures and the website: including storytelling, photography and video. Ensure consistency with our tone and visual identity.

Marketing & Promotion: Support recruitment campaigns, promotional materials and the yearbook. Help write clear and persuasive grant applications and sponsorship proposals.

Alumni Relations: Grow and engage our alumni community: manage platforms, organise events and reunions, and promote their involvement in school life and giving back initiatives.

Internal Communication: Support the flow of internal information to help our teams stay connected.

Event Support: Assist with the planning and delivery of Advancement events: including alumni gatherings and community activities.

What We’re Looking For

Working at UWC Maastricht means embracing our mission to make education a force for peace and a sustainable future. We expect all staff members to embody our core values: international and cultural understanding, celebration of diversity, personal responsibility and integrity, mutual respect, compassion and service, respect for the environment, a sense of idealism, personal challenge and growth, and taking action by leading through example.

For this role, we are looking for someone who brings:

• A passion for communication: You have a relevant degree and/or hands-on experience
• A strong presence online: You are eager to enhance our digital communication and social media
• Excellent language skills: You write and speak fluent English (Dutch is a plus)
• Attention to detail: You are organised and thrive in a fast-moving environment
• A collaborative mindset: You are flexible, proactive and enjoy working closely with others
• Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a short assignment.

UWC Maastricht is an inspiring and fast-paced workplace. If you are ready to contribute to our mission and want to grow in a meaningful role: we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• A full-time position: 40 hours per week on average
• A generous number of vacation days
• The option to work from home one day a week: to be agreed within the team, supporting work-life balance
• A competitive salary based on scale 9 (€3179 to €4804, depending on experience and based on a full time job)
• Participation in the school’s pension scheme via the ABP Pension Fund and, if applicable, support with the 30% Facility for Incoming Employees with the Dutch Tax Authorities
• Training and professional development opportunities: we deeply value learning and encourage our staff to keep growing, because when you grow, our whole community benefits
• A close-knit Advancement Team of four who value both hard work and personal connection

Safeguarding

UWC Maastricht is committed to keeping students safe. We follow strict safeguarding standards: all candidates will be thoroughly screened, including reference checks with current and former employers and recent police checks.

All staff must be eligible for a Dutch Certificate of Conduct (VOG). We will guide you through the application process.

More Information

For questions about this position, please contact:
Sandra van den Tillaard, Director of Advancement
[email protected] | +31 (0)43 2410 4100

Application deadline: 19 June 2025. Interviews will be scheduled in week 26.
We may appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline: early applications are encouraged.

More information: uwcmaastricht.nl