Vacancy: Talent Advisor Semicon

Vacancy: Talent Advisor Semicon
Organization: ChipTech Twente
Program: ChipNL Competence Centre
Location: Enschede
Hours: approx. 32 hours (0.8 FTE)

Are you a networker with a passion for talent development, innovation, and technology? Would you like to play an important role in the growth of the Dutch chip tech ecosystem and contribute to training more and better-educated technical talent? Then the role of Talent Advisor Semicon is for you!

About the ChipNL Competence Center

In Twente, we contribute to various programs aimed at strengthening the national chip tech ecosystem. We do this under the umbrella of ChipTech Twente, a foundation established by Twente Board, the University of Twente, and Oost NL. Together with national partners Brainport Development, High Tech NL, TNO, imec, JePPIX, Oost NL, BOM, and Innovation Quarter, we give substance to the national ChipNL Competence Center. This is a four-year program in which companies, knowledge institutions, and governments work together to create a powerful semicon ecosystem. The focus is on talent development, knowledge sharing, business development, and innovation.

What will you be working on?

In this position, you will represent the eastern and northern regions within the national program. You will be responsible for translating the training and skills needs of semiconductor companies into concrete, innovative learning solutions and programs. Together with your colleagues from the western and southern Netherlands, you will build a national approach.

As a Talent Advisor, you will be actively involved in identifying the skills needed for the future from a business perspective. You will advise on both new training courses and lifelong learning programs. An important part of your work will be contributing to the development of a Human Capital Agenda. Your tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Translating workforce market data and technological trends into learning pathways and certification programs.
• Commissioning the development of learning pathways and modular infrastructures.
• Leading your own projects on sector-wide learning structures and a harmonized semicon curriculum for the broad spectrum.
• Connecting public and private educational institutions with companies.
• Advising on training, retraining, and attracting international talent.
• Driving national and European cooperation within EU Skills initiatives.

What do you bring to the table?

To be successful in this role, you have the following skills and qualifications:

• University degree and at least 5 years of experience in Learning & Development, project management, or educational innovation.
• Experience with talent programs, skills development, or curriculum development.
• Affinity with technology and the semiconductor sector (knowledge of chip design, equipment, photonics, and/or quantum is an advantage).
• You are a strong networker who can easily switch between the business community, government, and education. Dealing with sometimes divergent interests and the fact that we work with public funds also requires political/administrative sensitivity and flexibility.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English.

What do we offer?

On behalf of ChipTech Twente, you will work for the national ChipNL Competence. You can expect the following from us:

• A key role in a national and international program with great social relevance.
• A dynamic position in an enthusiastic team with many challenges, a high degree of trust, and room for creativity and personal input.
• A network of leading partners in technology, education, and policy.
• A competitive salary in line with your knowledge and experience.
• A one-year contract with the possibility of extension within the four-year program.

Apply

Are you the Talent Advisor we are looking for? Send your resume and cover letter by monday May 26, 2025, to Marieke Stokkelaar, m.stokkelaar@chiptechtwente.com, stating “Vacancy Talent Advisor Semicon” in the subject line. Would you prefer more information before applying? Please contact Marieke, Program Manager ChipTech Twente, +31 (0)6-42110739.