Head of Programming, Amsterdam

Strong teamplayer and stakeholder manager Deep passion and knowledge about the startup space

The Norrsken House Amsterdam is part of a growing global ecosystem of impact‑driven startups. It brings founders, investors, corporates, banks, government bodies and other enablers together in a single space to foster collaborations and accelerate impact.

Vacancy: Head of Programming The Head of Programming is in close contact with the international houses, draws on their experiences, and translates these into a programming agenda that fits the dynamics of the Dutch ecosystem and community.

Responsibilities The Head of Programming is responsible for the strategic direction and pulse of Norrsken House Amsterdam. The role includes designing a calendar of meaningful moments– from intimate roundtables and salons to larger gatherings – that bring the right people into the room: founders, funders, corporates, banks, government bodies, and other enablers. The position goes well beyond event management; it involves proactively digging into what holds companies back, bytalking directly to founders, and building a programming agenda around the challenges and real‑world bottlenecks they face. Examples include sessions that tackle themes such as the financing gap between Series A and Series D, the role of debt financing, and why venture capital has largely stepped back from Series B and C investments. All parties needed to break through these impasses are brought together in one room, with the goal of generating real outcomes: new investments, partnerships, and growth for the companies that call Norrsken House Amsterdam home.

The role reports directly to the CEO, Thijs van der Burgt.

Qualifications The ideal candidate is an energetic connector and networker with a business background who is looking to channel their skills toward something that matters. They must be analytically sharp and strategically minded, capable of holding their own in conversations with seasoned entrepreneurs and investors, while also being comfortable with the tactical side of event execution. Above all, this is a role for someone driven by more than financial gains– someone who genuinely wants to make a difference and contribute to building a better world.

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