Program Manager HR Transformation

Introduction

Are you an experienced HR Business Partner and program manager ready to drive the HR transformation in the academic heart of Brainport’s top technology region?

Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you lead complex programs toward successful delivery? At our inspiring international campus, you will play a key role in the transformation to a new HR Operating model, one of our strategic initiatives. If this excites you, we might be looking for you!

Job Description

About the HRM Department

You will join HR, which consists of four departments: HR Business, HR Operations, HR Development, and HR Strategy & Programs. As a Program Manager for the HR Transformation you will work closely with all the HRMT members as well as the HR Cluster Leads and HR Advisors that are part of the HR Business team.

Wat will you be doing?

• Lead the design and implementation of a new HR Operating model aligned with the HR Strategy, the Operations Strategy and our Institutional Plan.
  • Functionally manage and motivate a multidisciplinary project team.
  • Build project plan and manage (e.g., scope, timelines, resources, budget, risks) the delivery of the program.
  • Manage stakeholders in a challenging, decentralized environment with diverse needs and decision-makers.
  • Proactively align with sponsors and senior leadership of the TU/e such as the Managing Directors of the Academic Departments.
  • Manage dependencies and ensure integration with other ongoing projects such as the creation of a product service catalog for HR.
  • Align with other organizations and universities on best practices.
  • Report progress to the steering committee and key stakeholders.
• In addition to your role, you may take on other strategic HR programs and projects and ad interim lead a team of HR Advisors.
• You report to the Director of HRM and work closely with the other HR teams.

Job Requirements

• A relevant MA or MSc degree.
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in HR, including HR Business Partnering at a strategic level in a complex organization.
• Proven experience in program and/or project management.
• Experience in HR transformation programs and change management.
• Experience in driving change in a team using an inclusive and enabling leadership style 
• Ability to navigate complex, decentralized high tech organizations with multiple stakeholders.
• Fluency in English is required; at least conversational proficiency in Dutch is required.
• Results-oriented, structured, stress-resistant, excellent stakeholder management.
• You share our TU/e CORe values: Curious, Open, Respectful, Responsible.

Conditions of Employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum € 6.512,- to maximum € 7.904,- for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 13 Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• This position is part of a three-year transformation project. We will begin with a one-year contract. We are confident that upon successful completion of the project, there will be opportunities for permanent and engaging internal roles within the organization.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.
• Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.

Here you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

About us

We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position or about the content of this vacancy, please contact our Internal Recruiter Mai Lan Pham via m.l.t.pham@tue.nl

Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e? Please visit our career page.

Application

If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!
Please note 

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. 
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team (staffimmigration@tue.nl) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.