Educational Knowledge & Education (32-38 hours)

The Royal Dutch Equestrian Sports Federation (KNHS) is one of the largest and most sportingly successful sports associations in the Netherlands. The KNHS represents the interests of the affiliated sports providers and its members, so that they can practice equestrian sports as best as possible. The organization not only focuses on competitive sports, but also on recreational equestrian sports. The welfare of horses plays an important role in the policy of the KNHS, which serves as an example. Due to the nature of equestrian sports, the KNHS maintains relationships with entrepreneurs and breeding companies in the horse sector. The KNHS is located at the National Equestrian Center in Ermelo and currently employs 75 (FTE) employees and is a dynamic organization.

The challenge

Do you have a didactic or educational background and technical knowledge of equestrian sports? Then we are looking for you! The KNHS Academy is the knowledge center for equestrian Netherlands. We develop and provide accessible education, training and further training for equestrian athletes, instructors, officials and other professionals within equestrian sports. In the coming years, the KNHS will focus on horse-friendly riding at a local sports provider using instructors expertly trained by the KNHS to the highest level.

As an educational expert, you are responsible for the market-oriented development, evaluation and improvement of our training offering. You work closely with substantive experts, teachers and external partners. You monitor the didactic quality and ensure that our programs are in line with current developments in education and equestrian sports.

You will also have the opportunity to grow into a management position within the KNHS. You will be involved in strategic choices and organizational development, and will be given the opportunity to (further) develop your leadership qualities.

Your responsibilities

1. (Continued) development of market-oriented training, courses and learning paths.
2. Evaluate and improve existing programs.
3. Coordinating educational projects and further training.
4. Advising on didactics and testing.
5. You actively look at the development of the training offering from a marketing perspective, so that the training courses meet the needs and gain visibility among the right target groups.
6. Contribute to strategic policy making within the Academy.

Your profile

1. HBO/Academic working and thinking level.
2. Educational/didactic skills and experience in developing training/knowledge transfer.
3. Knowledge of and passion for equestrian sports; Competition experience in multiple disciplines and/or a completed ORUN training is an advantage.
4. Strong communication skills and ability to work on projects.
5. You have demonstrable experience with digital learning resources and online learning environments (such as Moodle and the application of AI), and you have strong digital skills.
6. Ambition to grow into a managerial position.
7. Flexible attitude, no 9-to-5 mentality. 

The KNHS offers

1. A great and challenging position in a dynamic organization.
2. Hybrid working with enthusiastic colleagues.
3. An annual contract with the intention of permanent employment.
4. Market-based salary and good secondary employment conditions, according to the Sports Collective Labor Agreement.
5. 24 vacation days (plus any age days).
6. Laptop, home work allowance and telephone allowance.
7. Travel expenses reimbursement, where we deviate positively from the Sports Collective Labor Agreement.
8. Good pension (50/50) and additional healthcare reimbursement.
9. Individual choice budget (holiday pay and end-of-year bonus), where you can opt for extra days off or, for example, a higher monthly salary and a sustainable employability budget.
10. Space for personal development and career opportunities.
11. But above all, a challenging and varied position, in which you can optimally use and further develop your talents, knowledge and experience.

Declaration of Behavior (VOG)

If you come to work with us, we will ask you for a Declaration of Behavior (VOG). When you enter the service at the KNHS, you will receive the request for digital requesting a VOG via Justis during the employment process. These costs are reimbursed by the KNHS. Do you want to know more about a VOG? Then take a look at the website of the central government.

Are you interested?

For additional information, please contact Selma Schreuder – HR Manager (06-11451877). You can email your application including CV to redactie@knhs.nl. Your application will of course be treated confidentially. An assessment can be part of the selection procedure.

We would like to look for the perfect candidate ourselves, so we will not respond to acquisition.