I am OBP

I want to grow, where do I start?

We offer you insight into your personal profile and career opportunities

We offer insight into your personal profile and career opportunities
You work at the university as a project manager, policy officer, HR advisor, housing officer or coordinator. The workload is high, yet you feel you could take on more—or perhaps explore a different direction altogether. But where do you begin?
You may find yourself putting off concrete action. What kind of development are you really looking for? And where else—within or beyond academia—could your skills and talents add value?
At ProActief, we support you in gaining clarity and taking purposeful steps forward. Ready for a good conversation?

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View our range of workshops for OBP

Gain clarity and direction in three steps

Step 1

Where are you now in your career?

Step 2

What do you need to move forward?

Step 3

What have you achieved and what's next?

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.

Workshop

Start workshop: What’s next after this job?

Take the next step in your career

Step one toward your next job - ProActief is here to support you.

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Workshop

Built a CV that works

Make them want to meet you

How to make your CV stands out - in both content and design.

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Workshop

Create opportunities with LinkedIn

Use LinkedIn to your advantage

Create a profile that reflects your professional value

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Workshop

The perfect job interview

Connect, tell your story and get the job

Apply with confidence.

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Workshop

Transferable skills & competences

How to transfer your academic skills to the industry

Show your value - also beyond academia

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“I feel heard and understood, and I have received the right guidance and tools. I now have more balance and focus and feel fitter again. I am glad I made this choice.”

Training

Career orientation

Reflect on yourself to move forward in your career

Work on a clear plan for your next step

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Training

A new perspective on your career

A fresh look at where you are - and where out want to go.

Steer your next move with a personal career check in.

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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.

It is of course possible to increase the number of interviews. Common themes include: stress and work pressure, strengthening your persuasiveness, setting a course or setting boundaries.

Coaching

ProActief Career Scan

Insight, direction and ownership of your career.

A single validated scan with a personal coaching session

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Coaching

Career Check-in

Look ahead in your career with a scan and three personal coaching sessions

Gain insight into where you are in your career-and take action otward where you want to go.

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Coaching

Career coaching (6 or 9 meetings)

Ready for your next career step?

Gain clarity, confidence and direction with a professional career coach.

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Coaching

Outplacement

Navigate your career with confidence

Outplacement is more than just finding a new job.

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Coaching

Reintegration 2nd track

Navigate your career with confidence

Reintegration offers an opportunity for sustainable growth.

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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

‘I help you translate opportunities into concrete solutions, by listening sharply, asking focused questions and thinking along from an innovative perspective.’
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.’