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I am postdoc

How can I use my expertise in the job market?

 

We offer you insight into your skills and job market prospects

You pursued an academic career after completing your PhD. What are your plans after your contract ends? Can you stay in academia, or is it time to look beyond the boundaries of the academic world? With your skills and experience, you can take great steps forward. Don't wait until your contract expires. Start working on your future now. This will allow you to stay in control and take steps that suit who you are and what you are looking for.

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Gain insight into yourself and your possibilities in 3 steps

Step 1

Where are you in your career?

Step 2

What is needed to move forward?

Step 3

What has been achieved and how will you move forward?

 
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  • Workshop
    The perfect motivation letter

    Convince with your letter

    Increase your chances of being invited for a job interview.

  • Workshop
    Start workshop: What’s next after this job?

    Take the next step in your career

    Step 1 toward your next job. ProActief supports you in this process.

  • Workshop
    Discover your direction

    Who am I and who would I like to be?

    Your personal story gives direction to the future.

  • Workshop
    Built a CV that works

    Make them want to meet you

    How your CV stands out from the pile in terms of content and layout.

  • Workshop
    Create opportunities with LinkedIn

    Use LinkedIn to your advantage

    Create your unique profile.

  • Workshop
    The perfect job interview

    Connect, tell your story and get the job

    Apply with confidence.

  • Workshop
    Transferable skills & competences

    How to transfer your academic skills to the industry

    Convince others of your strengths and skills. Translate your expertise outside the academy.

  • “The workshops motivated me to get started.”

  • Training
    Career orientation

    Reflect on yourself to take steps in your career

    Work on your plans for a new career step.

  • Training
    A new perspective on your career

    A fresh look at your career

    Steer your next destination with a career MOT.

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Career check-in

You think ahead. Would you like to have a few conversations about your next career step? Our Career check-in is a compact but powerful way to help you take stock of where you are in your work and where you want to go.

You complete a validated test that provides insight into your energy, motivation, skills and career aspirations. You then have two conversations with a career coach in which you explore what you need to develop and what you can do yourself to take control of your career.

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  • Coaching
    ProActief Career Scan

    Look ahead in your career with a scan and personal coaching session

    A compact way to take a moment to reflect on where you are now in your career and where you want to go.

  • Coaching
    Career Check-in

    What could be your next career step?

    Take a moment to consider where you are now in your career and where you want to go.

  • Coaching
    Career coaching (3, 6 or 9 meetings)

    Realise your career aspirations

    Explore realistic career prospects with a professional career advisor.

Meet our coaches and trainers

Our career coaches and trainers are professionals. Our permanent team is permanently affiliated with ProActief. We also use external coaches, each of whom contributes their own specialization.

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  • Director
    Ruerdje van Mierlo

    "Innovation and quality are my drivers. Regarding career development, I say: self-direction is indispensable"

  • Career coach and trainer
    Sieta Keizer

    ‘I focus on ownership, self-knowledge, and proactivity—supported by creativity, humor, an open mind, and the ability to see through patterns and deeper layers.‘

  • Career coach and trainer
    Leon Bos

    ‘The best thing about career coaching is the moment when candidates discover what they already have to offer—and gain a clear view of their next step.‘

  • Career coach and trainer (flex)
    Jacqueline Smits

    ‘My approach is pragmatic, positive, stimulating, and results-oriented. I help you enjoy the process of finding a suitable new job or achieving a healthy work-life balance.‘

  • Career coach and trainer
    Channah van Dootingh

    ‘I combine genuine commitment with quick analysis and creative solutions. My approach is practical and action-oriented.’

  • Career coach and trainer
    Marjolein Niehe

    ‘I always see talent and potential in you. With practical tools and a touch of humour to keep things light, I help you take the next steps with confidence, even when it comes to management and leadership.‘

  • Career coach and trainer
    Simone Schulp

    ‘What's holding you back? I'll free you up and get you moving toward new work, toward yourself, and toward what you want to do in life and from your heart.’

  • Career coach and trainer
    Josta Vencken

    ‘By listening carefully and using my creative perspective, I help people see new possibilities and turn them into reality.’

  • Business operations and finance
    Bianca Klupper

    Our rock when it comes to planning, organization, and finances. Knows almost everything and comes up with practical and effective solutions.

  • Office manager
    Ilse Vlassak

    Experienced office manager who likes to roll up her sleeves. Friendly, to-the-point, and results-oriented, she assists our candidates and clients.

  • Trainer and career coach (flex)
    Rob Smits

    ‘Not just talking, but above all practicing and pushing boundaries. For a mix of Amsterdam guts and Zaandam pragmatism, I'm the person to turn to.’

  • Career coach and trainer (flex)
    Mervyn Nankoe

    ‘I create a safe space where you learn to trust yourself and let your authentic colors shine.’

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