KIT is an independent knowledge institute, business hub, and conference center with a mission: to work toward an inclusive and sustainable world. Through its campus in Amsterdam and its global network of partners, KIT empowers people and communities to bring about positive change.

Are you an all-around strategic communications professional who wants to contribute to our mission? Can you effortlessly translate organisational objectives into effective internal and external communication strategies? Do you pivot seamlessly between roles—from hands-on execution to strategic planning, from acting as a spokesperson to serving as an advisor, and from analyst to content producer? If so, we are looking for you.

About the role

As Senior Communications Advisor, you are responsible for developing, directing, and safeguarding the organisation’s strategic communication in a rapidly changing, digital, and media-driven environment. You contribute to reputation, positioning, and stakeholder engagement through integrated communication approaches that combine online and offline channels, content strategy, and data-driven insights.

You act as a sparring partner for the executive team and management, advising on strategic communication, change processes, reputation issues, and external positioning. In this role, you report directly to the CEO.

Your responsibilities

• You develop and implement a communication strategy aligned with the organisation’s mission, vision, and objectives;
• You ensure clear positioning and a consistent brand identity across all channels;
• You advise and support the primary process owners within the Knowledge Institute and within Real Estate/Events in shaping their marketing communications so that these are effective and aligned with the chosen positioning;
• You advise the executive team and management on strategic communication, communication in business development processes, reputation, and change Communication;
• You develop integrated communication plans, campaigns, and content strategies;
• You steer the effective use of channels, resources, and budgets based on data and impact measurement;
• You maintain relationships with media, agencies, designers, platforms, and other external partners;
• You contribute to the organisation’s visibility in relevant media and networks and act as spokesperson when required;

• You professionally organise communication processes, content planning, and channel management;
• You strengthen internal communication in consultation with People & Culture and support crisis and issue communication.

What do you bring?

• Higher professional education (HBO) working and thinking level in Communications, Media, Marketing, or a related field;
• Thorough knowledge of strategic communication, reputation management, and Branding;
• Insight into digital communication, social media, content strategy, and online Analytics;
• Experience with internal communication and change communication;
• Basic knowledge of crisis communication and media relations;
• Experience providing strategic communication advice at executive level;
• Strong writing skills and the ability to write for different target audiences and Channels;
• Experience with stakeholder management, managing external agencies, and measuring communication impact;
• In addition, you are environmentally aware, creative, persuasive, results-oriented, and proactive.

Terms of employment

• An interesting and diverse work environment within a unique organization;
• A salary between € 4.227, – and € 5802,- gross per month for a 38-hour workweek, depending on knowledge and experience, 8% vacation pay, and enrolment in the ABP Pension Fund;
• Approximately 25 vacation days per year (for full-time employment);
• The option to exchange Christian holidays for holidays observed by other religions;
• A workplace in a historic building in the heart of Amsterdam, with the option to work from home;
• Travel allowance; NS Business Card, mileage allowance, or bicycle plan;
• To help you unwind at the office, KIT offers amenities including online coaching, a prayer room, and a meditation/rest room.

Interested?

KIT values the inclusivity of talent and the diversity of people as valuable contributions to our mission. KIT offers equal opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability, citizenship, or any other aspect that makes them unique. We look forward to receiving your application.

Do you recognise yourself in this profile and would you like to contribute to the further development of our organisation? Then we would be pleased to receive your application. Please send your resume and cover letter to HR@kit.nl by 13 July 2026.

Please note that unsolicited solicitations regarding this job opening are not appreciated