Key Skills

Job Description

Company Description VluchtelingenWerk Nederland (Dutch Council for Refugees) is an independent organization that advocates for the rights of refugees and supports them in building a new life in the Netherlands. With over 8,000 dedicated volunteers, the organization assists people who have fled war, political violence, persecution based on sexual orientation, ethnicity, or religion. Support is provided from the moment of arrival through long-term integration into Dutch society. VluchtelingenWerk Nederland collaborates with partners, communities, and donors to create a safe, inclusive environment where refugees can participate fully in social, educational, and professional life. Role Description The Trainer Asiel role is a full-time, hybrid position based in Rotterdam, with the flexibility to perform part of the work from home. This role focuses on designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs related to asylum procedures, refugee rights, and integration for volunteers, staff, and partner organizations. Daily tasks include preparing training materials, facilitating interactive workshops, and adapting content to different audiences and learning needs. The Trainer Asiel will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure training is accurate, up to date with Dutch asylum legislation, and aligned with organizational goals. The role also involves collecting feedback from participants, reporting on training outcomes, and contributing to the continuous improvement of educational tools and methods. Qualifications Strong training and facilitation skills, including experience in leading workshops, presentations, and group discussions. Knowledge of asylum procedures, refugee rights, and Dutch migration policy, or a strong willingness and ability to acquire this expertise quickly. Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English, both spoken and written; additional languages are an advantage. Skills in curriculum development, educational design, and creating clear, accessible learning materials. Ability to work with diverse groups, demonstrating cultural sensitivity, empathy, and respect for different backgrounds and experiences. Strong organizational and planning skills, including the ability to manage multiple trainings, schedules, and stakeholder expectations. Comfort with hybrid work, including proficiency in using digital collaboration tools and online training platforms. Relevant educational background in social sciences, education, law, or a related field; experience in the NGO or social sector is highly beneficial. Demonstrated commitment to human rights, social justice, and inclusive practices.

Core Responsibilities

Design, deliver, and evaluate training on asylum procedures, refugee rights, and integration for volunteers, staff, and partner organizations. Prepare and adapt learning materials, facilitate workshops, collaborate with stakeholders, report on outcomes, and improve training methods.

Requirements

The role calls for strong facilitation, curriculum design, communication, planning, and digital training skills, along with cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with diverse groups. Knowledge of asylum procedures, refugee rights, and Dutch migration policy is expected or must be acquired quickly; a relevant background in social sciences, education, law, or a related field is beneficial.