Executive Assistant - Municipality of Terneuzen

Project overview

• Freelance & secondment are both permitted
• The maximum rate is €67 per hour For the municipality of Terneuzen, we are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to the Mayor who can support the mayor professionally and independently. In this versatile role, you will be the connecting link between the mayor, residents, administrators, employees, and external relations. You will ensure that everything runs smoothly behind the scenes, allowing the mayor to fully focus on their administrative and societal responsibilities. Due to temporary replacement, we are looking for someone who can switch gears quickly, understands administrative relationships, and can work independently in the short term. What will you do? As an executive assistant, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the mayor's daily activities and agenda. You will be involved in, among other things: Managing and monitoring the complex agenda and independently setting priorities; Preparing and coordinating appointments, meetings, work visits, and gatherings; Reviewing and handling incoming requests and correspondence; Monitoring actions, deadlines, and administrative agreements; Acting as the first point of contact for residents, administrators, and internal and external relations; Supporting the preparation of council and board meetings and representative duties; Carefully managing and keeping digital and paper information accessible; Identifying bottlenecks and proactively thinking about practical and organizational solutions. You will work in an environment where confidentiality, diligence, and the ability to switch gears quickly are a given. Who are we looking for? We are looking for an experienced and administratively sensitive professional who is confident and can independently unburden the mayor. You possess: HBO (higher professional education) work and thinking level; Ample demonstrable experience as an executive assistant, director's secretary, or management assistant within a government organization; Knowledge of administrative processes and an understanding of political and societal relationships; Excellent organizational and communication skills; A proactive, independent, and service-oriented work attitude; Strong digital skills and experience in supporting administrators with digital applications; The ability to maintain an overview under time pressure and handle confidential information with care. You are presentable, discreet, and know when to act independently and when coordination is necessary. Practical information Start date: As soon as possible.

Project details

The assignment is currently until March 1, 2027. This is a temporary replacement, with no extension currently foreseen. Contract type: Both freelance and secondment are possible. Presence: At least 3 days per week on location in Terneuzen. Accessibility during tunnel closure Due to the upcoming closure of the Westerschelde tunnel, we explicitly ask candidates to consider the accessibility of Terneuzen. Even during the tunnel closure, you are expected to be physically present at the office at least 3 days per week.

Therefore, when considering your availability and interest in this assignment, please take into account the extra travel time and any alternative travel options. Due to the temporary nature of the assignment, we are looking for an experienced professional who is available in the short term and can quickly start working independently within the administrative environment of the municipality of Terneuzen.

• Start: 2026-11-01T23:00:00
• Location: Terneuzen Zeeland, NL
• Languages: Dutch