I am manager or team lead

Stay connected as a leader — and keep growing

We support you in developing your leadership skills

You hold a leadership position at the university. But how do you continue developing yourself in a busy and demanding role? How do you stay connected with your team — especially when things feel tense or uncertain? You may notice that you could be more effective, and you’d like to learn how to express your vision clearly while making the most of your talents. You want to lead from a place of strength and authenticity — and could use some professional support to do so. ProActief offers coaching and training for managers and team leads at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) to strengthen leadership skills, self-awareness and resilience.

Check whether you’re eligible for reimbursement for our training or coaching, and explore our offer for leaders.
View our range of training courses and coaching

Gain clarity about yourself and your options in three steps

Step 1

Where you stand in your career?

Step 2

What you need to move forward?

Step 3

What you’ve achieved and how to continue

Take care of yourself, and you will be more productive

It is crucial to implement stress prevention strategies, for example by setting achievable goals. Read more in the blog.

Training

Shape your Career Path

Not sure what your next step should be?
Turn your ideas into action and move forward with confidence in your career

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Training

A new perspective on your career

From thinking to acting in your career
Dare to take action based on your values

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“Thanks to the training, I feel more confident in my leadership role — and my team members have told me how much they appreciate my new way of communicating. Thank you, ProActief!”

Career check-in

Would you like to have a few conversations about your development as a manager? A (short) coaching programme will address your questions. Common themes include stress and work pressure, cooperation with your employees, strengthening your persuasiveness, setting boundaries, and boosting your self-confidence.

Or try the Career Check-in, a compact but powerful tool that helps you take a moment to reflect on where you are in your career and where you want to go.

See if you are eligible for reimbursement for a coaching programme or sign up now!

Coaching

ProActief Career Scan

Insight, direction and ownership of your career.

A validated scan with a personal coaching session

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Coaching

Career Check-in

Gain clarity and take action towards your professional goals
A scan and three personal coaching / training sessions.

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Coaching

Career coaching/training

Coaching & personal training for energy, balance and direction
Stay in charge of your career — with energy and resilience

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Coaching

Outplacement

Outplacement is about more than finding a new job.

From ending to new beginning

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Coaching

Reintegration 2nd track

Navigate your career with confidence

Reintegration as an opportunity for sustainable growth

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Meet our coaches and trainers

Our career coaches and trainers are experienced professionals. The core team is permanently affiliated with ProActief, and we also work with external coaches who bring their own specialisations and perspectives.

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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 Smit

‘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

'Let's explore what you want, and what your talents and skills are. I will suggest practical tools to discover new career paths and truly move forward.'
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.’