Communications officer

• Working pattern: 0,6 FTE
• Salary indication: minimum €2889 and a maximum of €4254 (scale 8)                                     
• Start date: 1 August 2025
• Deadline application: 22 June 2025

Our Primary and Secondary schools are situated on two spacious campuses in The Hague's International Zone, working closely together with a shared vision and mission as part of the Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation.

Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation is a school community with eight primary schools, three secondary schools, and an international character. The Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation is a diverse educational organisation with decades of experience and a strong reputation.

We support the personal growth of both our students and our staff. With us, you step into an international world full of opportunities. You contribute to the future of education while developing yourself. We challenge you, give you the space to grow, and ensure that your work truly makes an impact.

Job description

At the European School The Hague we are looking to expand our communications team.

As a communications officer you are responsible for:

• Working closely with the PR, Events & Communications Officer to ensure alignment between internal and external messaging
• Uploading and formatting posts on the various communications platforms
• Providing communication support for school-wide projects or strategic initiatives
• Acting as a point of contact for staff with questions about internal communication or website use
• Ensuring consistency in visual identity and messaging across internal platforms
• Coordinating the collection of written and visual content from staff and students for use in newsletters, reports, and other school communications in collaboration with the PR, Events & Communications Officer

Key Requirements

• You have affinity with the education sector
• You have knowledge of Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and experience with working and managing in Microsoft SharePoint and Teams is a plus
• You are flexible and proactive
• You are detail oriented
• You are good in planning and organising without losing sight of priorities
• You have the ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks during peak periods (e.g., start of terms), while still being a team player
• Your English is fluent; knowledge of other European languages is a plus.
• Residing in the Netherlands

What we offer

• Be Part of Something Special: Shape the creative minds of our diverse student body in an international setting.
• Grow and Learn: Enjoy ongoing professional development in a supportive and innovative environment.
• Experience the World: Work in The Hague, a city rich in culture and international connections.
• Enjoy Competitive Benefits: We offer a salary aligned with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement
  • The salary is a minimum €2889 and a maximum of €4254 for a full-time contract on scale 8. The salary scale and the step offered will depend on your level of experience.
  • 8% holiday allowance (May)
  • 8.33% year-end bonus (December)
  • October allowance €1640 for a full-time position
  • Monthly contribution towards travel expenses (if applicable)
  • ABP pension scheme
  • Number of options for tax benefits regarding, e.g. trade union dues, the costs of sports (for instance, fitness membership fees and the purchase of a bicycle (for commuting purposes)
  • Collective/group occupational disability insurance IPAP (Loyalis)
  • Discount on various insurances (additional insurance on the health care package, home content, legal aid, liability insurance policies and more)

Please be advised that the amount mentioned above is pro rata.

Ready to Join Us?

Interested candidates can apply by uploading below 3 required documents on www.werkenbijrijnlandslyceum.nl. For internal candidates, please submit your cv and motivation letter via MyAFAS.

• Your CV in English
• A motivation letter in English
• A completed application form. If this form is missing, we will not proceed further with your application.

Please address your letter to the attention of Ms. Fabienne Kramer, Head of Operations.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, either in person or via Microsoft Teams. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates are preferred.  We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.  Applicants are eligible for the reimbursement of travel expenses. The recruitment officer will provide more information upon invitation.

Contact Us

For any questions, please reach out to our recruitment officer, Ming En Li, at recruitment@eshthehague.nl.

Our recruitment procedure is subject to the Recruitment code. The purpose of the code is to provide a standard for a transparent and fair recruitment and selection procedure. ESH requests all applicants to read the code before applying carefully. 

Information about the European School can be found at www.europeanschoolthehague.nl. The European School The Hague is part of The Rijnlands Lyceum Foundation www.rijnlandslyceum.nl. The website of the European Schools www.eursc.eu explains the European Schools' system and regulations.