Support your employees in their next career step
You want to empower your staff to take ownership of their career development—whether that means exploring new opportunities or growing within your organisation. At ProActief UvA, we offer tailored support to help employees stay motivated, proactive, and ready for the future.
“We support employees in taking ownership of their career development. This enables them to stay engaged and adaptable—well-prepared for the next step. It benefits both the individual and the organisation as a whole.”
Ruerdje van Mierlo, career coach at ProActief UvA
External mobility (outplacement)
Outplacement is about more than finding a new job. It’s an opportunity to reflect, refocus, and take control of what comes next.
We offer:
- Workshops on personal profiling, labour market orientation, networking, applications, and interview skills
- Optional one-on-one coaching and support with contract negotiations
Our flexible outplacement packages
- Essential (3–6 months)
- In-depth (6–9 months)
- Comprehensive (9–12 months)
Internal mobility & professional development
For employees looking to grow within their current role, we offer a range of workshops, training courses, and coaching focused on:
- Talent and competency development
- Personal leadership, communication, and self-awareness
- Strengthening effectiveness and professional fulfilment
Reintegration (second track)
When an employee returns from long-term absence and needs to explore new career options—inside or outside your organisation—we offer second-track reintegration support.
This includes:
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Intake & planning – Personal needs assessment and a tailored reintegration plan
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Coaching & guidance – Focus on motivation, wellbeing, and sustainable employability
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Job search support – Assistance with CVs, LinkedIn, applications, interviews, and networking
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Aftercare – Support during the transition into a new role
Our programmes comply with national regulations and the Dutch ‘Wet verbetering poortwachter’.
Assessments & diagnostics
We offer a range of career assessments, including:
- Career Fit Profiler + feedback session (€450)
- LCD Linc test + briefing (€530)
- MBTI assessment + debrief (€265)
- DiSC Classic + feedback session (€265)
Why work with us?
About us
ProActief UvA BV is the career partner for the University of Amsterdam and has been part of UvA Ventures since early 1997. We guide and strengthen the mobility of current and former employees of the UvA and organizations affiliated with the university world. In recent years, ProActief has helped a large number of academic and non-academic employees to (re)orient their careers.
Our career coaches and trainers are professionals. Our permanent team is permanently affiliated with ProActief. We also use external coaches who each contribute their own specialization.
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DirectorRuerdje van Mierlo
"Innovation and quality are my drivers. Regarding career development, I say: self-direction is indispensable"
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Career coach and trainerSieta 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.‘
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Career coach and trainerLeon 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.‘
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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.‘
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Career coach and trainerChannah van Dootingh‘I combine genuine commitment with quick analysis and creative solutions. My approach is practical and action-oriented.’
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Career coach and trainerMarjolein 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.‘
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Career coach and trainerSimone 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.’
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Career coach and trainerJosta Vencken‘I help you translate opportunities into concrete solutions, by listening sharply, asking focused questions and thinking along from an innovative perspective.’
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Business operations and financeBianca KlupperOur rock when it comes to planning, organization, and finances. Knows almost everything and comes up with practical and effective solutions.
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Office managerIlse VlassakExperienced office manager who likes to roll up her sleeves. Friendly, to-the-point, and results-oriented, she assists our candidates and clients.
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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.’
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Career coach and trainer (flex)Mervyn Nankoe‘I create a safe space where you learn to trust yourself and let your authentic colors shine.’
Rates
We charge individual rates per workshop, training, or coaching session. You can, of course, also make arrangements with us for a package of activities.
| Coaching | |
| Career Check-in | On request |
| Career coaching (6 or 9 meetings) | On request |
| Outplacement | On request |
| ProActief Career Scan | |
| Reintegration 2nd track | On request |
| Training | |
| A new perspective on your career | On request |
| Career orientation | On request |
| Workshop | |
| Built a CV that works | € 195,- |
| Create opportunities with LinkedIn | € 195,- |
| Discover your direction | € 195,- |
| Start workshop: What’s next after this job? | € 195,- |
| The perfect job interview | € 195,- |
| The perfect motivation letter | € 195,- |
| Transferable skills & competences | € 195,- |
Want to know more
We’re happy to think along with you. Contact our office for a no-obligation introductory consultation.
