People & Culture Lead — Part-Time, Amsterdam

KLABU; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful work

Supportive team

Amsterdam office

Part-time or freelance (8-16h)

€1,500 gross/month budget

Wellbeing support

Diverse team

Job summary

KLABU in Amsterdam is seeking an HR-focused professional to combine people strategy with practical HR support in a small, fast-moving NGO. You will help shape our people strategy, strengthen culture, and implement simple processes within an 8-16 hour workweek.

You’ll advise managers on contracts, leave and statutory obligations, while developing growth pathways, supporting wellbeing and recruitment. Fluency in English and Dutch is essential, and visa sponsorship isn’t available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR and people management, combining strategic advice with practical operations, and a good understanding of Dutch employment practices.
• Experience developing initiatives that strengthen organisational culture, support performance and create clear career development pathways.
• Experience in or affinity with the humanitarian, NGO or purpose driven sector is a strong plus.
• Excellent communication skills and cross cultural sensitivity.
• Comfortable operating at a senior level in a dynamic, entrepreneurial organisation.
• Fluent in English and Dutch.
• Available to work from our office in Amsterdam (we cannot support visa sponsorship at this stage).

Responsibilities

• Shaping KLABU's people strategy in line with our mission, organisational priorities and growth.
• Strengthening our culture and values through practical initiatives, team moments and ways of working.
• Supporting team engagement and wellbeing to create a positive working environment.
• Reviewing and improving role levels, salary frameworks and career progression.
• Developing clear growth pathways, identifying learning needs.
• Supporting managers in setting development goals with team members.
• Managing HR administration, including contract templates, renewals and extensions.
• Advising on contract types, employment matters, leave and relevant statutory obligations.
• Acting as a neutral advisor to help prevent and resolve workplace conflicts.
• Streamlining and leading recruitment, onboarding and offboarding.

Skills

HR management

People strategy

Stakeholder advisory

Job description

KLABU in Amsterdam is seeking an HR-focused professional to combine people strategy with practical HR support in a small, fast-moving NGO. You will help shape our people strategy, strengthen culture, and implement simple processes within an 8-16 hour workweek.

You’ll advise managers on contracts, leave and statutory obligations, while developing growth pathways, supporting wellbeing and recruitment. Fluency in English and Dutch is essential, and visa sponsorship isn’t available.