Project Manager Digital Implementations

Project Manager Digital Implementations

Digital innovation plays an increasingly important role in education and research. At Maastricht University, we work every day on reliable and innovative digital services for students and teaching staff. Would you like to contribute to projects that make a real impact? And do you enjoy connecting people, ideas and interests? Then we would be pleased to meet you.

Our goal: To strengthen the University Library with successful digital implementation projects that support high‑quality education and assessment.

Your colleagues: You work closely with colleagues from the University Library, IT specialists, project owners and other stakeholders. In cross‑UB teams, we combine expertise to achieve shared goals.

As a Project Manager, you are responsible for organising, executing and delivering digital IT implementation projects, with a strong focus on digital examination environments. You work in Agile teams and understand the needs of end users such as lecturers and students. You connect stakeholders, maintain oversight and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget. Clear communication and change management across different organisational levels are key elements of your role.

• Define project objectives together with the project team and translate them into a clear project plan;
• Ensure execution of the project plan and provide regular progress reports to stakeholders and project owners;
• Coordinate and manage the project team;
• Present project progress to both technical‑functional colleagues and end users;
• Deliver projects within the agreed timelines and quality standards.

We’re not looking for check boxes; we’re interested in who you are and what you bring. Do you recognize yourself in this?

• Persuasiveness and problem‑solving skills – You align interests and turn challenges into solutions.
• Collaborative and user‑focused mindset – You value teamwork and keep the end user at the centre.
• Leadership and results orientation – You take ownership and steer projects towards outcomes.
• Learning mindset – You continuously develop yourself and contribute to a digitally skilled organisation.
• Entrepreneurial attitude – You take initiative and are not afraid to explore new approaches.
• Strong communication skills – You communicate clearly and accessibly with diverse stakeholders.

• HBO+ level of working and thinking, preferably in IT or a related field;
• Experience with digital implementation projects in complex organisations;
• Proven experience as a project manager;
• Excellent command of both Dutch and English (C1 level).

• A 12-month contract (0,4 fte).
• A gross monthly salary between €4728,00 and €6433,00 (based on full-time employment of 38 hours per week). 8% holiday allowance and an 8,3% year‑end bonus.
• 29 vacation days (based on full-time), four additional days off (Carnival Monday and Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day), and the possibility to accrue up to 12 extra days through compensation hours.
• Flexible working hours, a home office allowance, and the option to work from home.
• Freedom and space to shape your work independently and develop your ideas.
• A close‑knit community of colleagues to collaborate and grow with.
• A solid pension plan via ABP, company fitness schemes, and access to various university sports facilities.
• An inspiring work environment in the heart of Europe.

The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.