Coordinator Company Management (m/v/x)

Nederlands Dans Theater; Den Haag; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job description

Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT) is one of the world’s leading contemporary dance companies. With two companies and a total of 48 dancers, NDT tours the globe. Behind the scenes, a passionate team of around 70 professionals works daily to create unforgettable performances. From medical support, lighting and sound design, costumes and marketing to educational programmes: everything revolves around quality — and people.

We are looking for a Coordinator for our Planning & Touring department to coordinate and provide operational leadership to the Company Management team.

What You’ll Do?

Planning & Touring is responsible for planning, organising and overseeing national and international tours. As Company Management Coordinator, you are responsible for the medium- to long-term planning and preparation of international tours, new productions and special projects such as the ballet gala. You will coordinate the work of the Company Managers on tour for NDT 1 and NDT 2. You will act as the point of contact for artistic teams, particularly when the Company Managers are travelling. In addition, you will work closely with the various departments (including Production and Stage Management, Operations, Costume Workshop, Talent Development & Education, and Marketing, Communications & Development).

• You will advise on feasibility and be involved in planning provisional international tour schedules for the medium to long term.
• You will be responsible for preparing international tours, within the given budget and in collaboration with other departments such as Operations, and for coordinating the allocation of tasks amongst the Company Managers.
• You are responsible for the coordination, organisation and supervision of programmes, domestic performances and special projects.
• You coordinate the visits of guest teachers each season and act as the point of contact.
• You handle contractual agreements and process them in the administration and planning tool (Yesplan).
• You will coordinate the annual auditions and support the dancers and artistic teams.

Who Are You?

As well as a passion for culture and an eye for detail, you will recognise yourself in the following:

• You have an HBO working and thinking level (higher professional education)
• You have at least 5 years’ experience in the theatre sector, preferably in touring and production.
• You have a good command of both Dutch and English, both spoken and written. Knowledge of other languages is an advantage.
• You are flexible, able to cope well under pressure and have good organisational skills.
• You present yourself professionally and have strong communication skills.
• You are able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• You have knowledge of and experience with planning, scheduling, the Working Hours Act (ATW) and the collective labour agreement (CAO)
• General knowledge of the international contemporary dance sector and an interest in contemporary dance are an advantage.

What We Offer?

At NDT, we believe that employees thrive best in an environment where they feel seen, valued and supported. We place great importance on diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities — regardless of background, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

You can expect:

• A salary based on scale 7 CAO for Theatre & Dance (up to €5,277 gross/month)
• 32 vacation days (based on full-time)
• Pension plan
• Travel allowance if you live outside The Hague
• A warm, informal, and international team culture
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Access to OpenUp, a platform for mental wellbeing and personal development
• A beautiful and modern home base with studios, offices and dance theatre in Amare, in the heart of The Hague - at walking distance from both Central Station and Hollands Spoor.

Indicate in your application whether you require reasonable accommodations.

Questions about the position or application process? Feel free to contact Linda de Boer, Manager Planning & Touring, via e-mail: [e-mail]