The organisation The Gerrit Rietveld Academie (GRA) is a small-scale, independent internationally oriented university of applied sciences for visual arts and design. The GRA consists of the Rietveld Academy (Bachelor's education, divided into 14 departments, the Sandberg Institute (Master's education, divided into 7 departments), the Lectorate Art & Spatial Praxis (LASP), 23 workshops and 2 preparatory courses. The academy has around 850 students and 130 course participants. The organization has an international character, which makes the academy a diverse community. The entire academy has approximately 200 teachers, most of whom are also independent artists or designers or have a practice connected to the artistic field as contemplators or theorists. The academy is characterized by research-based and experimental art education, where (head) teachers, workplace specialists, students and staff together shape and give content to education and research. Diversity and inclusion, ecology and sustainability are important focal points of the academy and therefore guide the actions of members of the academy community. The Architectural Design Department The way that cities are being envisioned, planned, built, lived in, experienced, and remembered today is changing at an unprecedented pace. The Architectural Design department focuses on engaging with the production of the built environment through reflection, fabrication, and speculation. It does so by cultivating the development of spatial practice, understood as a vibrant fusion of spatial intelligence, architectural knowledge, artistic practice, political engagement, theoretical inquiry, and multidisciplinary research. Students work at the crossroads of the real and the imagined; the past, the present, and the future. Through speculative design studios, real-world collaborations, theory seminars, and research labs, they learn to think about and intervene within the relations between events, things, systems, experiences, and places. Here, architectural design is understood in the broadest sense of the term, spanning from buildings, interiors, scenography, urban design, and public space to infrastructure, interfaces, networks, materials, organisms, and beyond. The department’s lecturers—architects, designers, writers, and artists from the world of practice—challenge the students to reflect on and reimagine the outside world. The aim is to encourage students to become insatiably curious, critical inspired, and urgently resourceful. With the knowledge and expertise they acquire in the department, students are equipped to become independent spatial practitioners with their own perspective on the role of architectural design within society. Teaching in the department happens mostly through assignments. In addition to regular classes, the department organizesa variety ofenriching workshops, activities, trips, and events to complement and enhance the educational experience. What will you be doing? As the liaison for students, teachers, and the academy, youplay a vital role asthe intermediary between these parties and the head of department.Your responsibilities encompassa wide range ofadministrative duties, including managing declarations and various organizational tasks. You act as a primary point of contact for students and guest lecturers, assisting them with inquiries and providing necessary information and support. Furthermore, you are instrumental in implementing effective communication strategies and disseminating information for events. Your role extends to aiding in the planning andorganization ofeducational activities, which involves coordinating locations and facilitating participant invitations. In summary, your role is essential in ensuring efficient operations within the department, fostering effective communication, and supporting the successful execution of educational initiatives and events. What profile do you have? You're adept at working independently. You have the ability to discern priorities and act accordingly, while also being comfortable handling spontaneous tasks. You possess a strong interest in education and a solid understanding of management support processes, including organization, logistics, administration, and secretarial duties. You excel in accurately managing various types of data. You communicate in a friendly and approachable manner. Proficiency in both spoken and written Dutch and English is preferred. Employment conditions Initially, this appointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance. After two years, the contract can be converted to indefinite if there is good performance and sufficient formation space. The position is for an employment contract. If you have a non-EU nationality, you are required to have the work permit 'arbeid vrij toegestaan'. The position is classified in job scale 7, in accordance with cao-hbo guidelines (maximum € 3.631 gross per month for a full-time position) and is dependent on work experience. Good fringe benefits include holiday allowance (8%), end-of-year-bonus of 8.3%, a very generous number of holiday days, a pension scheme (employer pays 70% of the premium) and professional development opportunities. Apply This vacancy has been published simultaneously internally and externally. In case of equal suitability, internal candidates have priority over external candidates. Applications accompanied by a short motivation letter and a curriculum vitae should be addressed to the HR department, at vacatures@rietveldacademie.nl . Please mention ‘Vacancy Assistant of the head Architectural Design’ in the subject. The response deadline closes on Thursday, June 27. The interviews, will take place in the week July 1. Diversity The Gerrit Rietveld Academy strives for a broader representation of staff, students, partners and programmes that reflects the diversity of the city and the field. Anyone wishing to contribute to this is expressly invited to respond. Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.

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