WaveJump is the Boskalis internal innovation platform. The purpose of WaveJump is to give everybody the possibility to develop their ideas. There is so much knowledge, expertise and experience among the diverse group of Boskalis colleagues; we all have the ability to contribute significantly to Boskalis innovations. However, innovating is different from our daily business, it requires different skills and processes. Therefore, WaveJump exists to help you develop your idea.

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. 

Make your mark as an enthusiastic and well-organized colleague in the Innovation team! 
As WaveJump Innovation Challenge coordinator you will focus on the preparation, organisation, and practical execution of the WaveJump Innovation Challenge — one of Boskalis’ key initiatives to encourage and accelerate innovative thinking within our organisation.

You will be the driving force behind the smooth running of the program, managing events, supporting participants, and ensuring that every stage of the challenge is delivered professionally and effectively.

Your responsibilities as coordinator

• Program Coordination 
• Plan and organise the full calendar of WaveJump Innovation Challenge activities 
• Coordinate key events such as the kick-off, pitch afternoon, training courses, and acceleration workshops. 
• Liaise with other departments to align related events and opportunities. 
• Event & Workshop Management 
• Arrange venues, schedules, logistics, and catering for all challenge-related events. 
• Prepare and oversee the delivery of presentation materials, workshop resources, and participant packs. 
• Support facilitators and trainers during sessions. 
• Participant Support & Communication 
• Be the first point of contact for participants. 
• Keep stakeholders informed with timelines, updates, and documentation. 
• Draft communications such as announcements, updates, and event invitations to promote the program and engage colleagues. 
• Idea Screening 
• Support the process of idea submission. 
• Conduct pre-screening of submitted ideas based on defined criteria.
• Budget tracking & General Administration 
• Track program spending. 
• Maintain records of the program’s activities. 
• Monitor progress against milestones and assist with reporting. 

Your qualities and experience  
You can move ahead as a coordinator if you have:  

• Organisation & Project Management: Ability to coordinate multiple activities, set priorities, and manage timelines efficiently. 
• Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with colleagues across departments and working confidently with different levels of the organisation. 
• Event Planning: Experience in arranging logistics, workshops, and events. 
• Communication Skills: Professional written and verbal communication, comfortable presenting to groups. 
• Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to think proactively and contribute ideas to improve processes and engagement. 
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring materials, logistics, and communications are accurate and complete. 
• Team Player: Positive, proactive, and adaptable in a dynamic environment. 
• Digital Skills: Competent with MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), SharePoint, and Teams; familiarity with collaboration tools is a plus. 

What you can expect

• A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact. 
• Rewarding conditions: A competitive salary and much more, including holiday allowance, holiday entitlement of 26 days (based on a full-time contract) and a number of collective scheduled days off, a non-contributory pension scheme, collective schemes such as company health insurance and travel allowance.  
• Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself for example through (online) courses at our Boskalis academy.    
• The Boskalis campus: Experience the unique Boskalis vibe at our Papendrecht site, complete with restaurants, sports field, and a wharf where our vessels dock. We offer a state-of-the-art auditorium, brainstorming rooms, experience center for client meetings, and a barista corner where you can connect with colleagues.  
• Boskalis project site: You will work on groundbreaking projects around the world. Boskalis creates new horizons and execute an extensive range of dredging and marine projects in 90 countries and across six continents.  
• Young Boskalis: Are you under 36? Come and join Young Boskalis! Have fun and join in social and sports activities ranging from pub quizzes to yoga, bootcamps and an annual sailing boat race. Networking and knowledge sharing are a vital part of Young Boskalis as well.  

Extra information  

• Your team: You will be a member of the innovation team. 
• Where you will work: For office-based roles, in consultation with your manager and your team, you work partly at home and partly in the office. 
• Full/part-time job: The position is a one year assignment and is a full-time (40 hours a week) job.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company. 

We’ll be happy to answer your questions about the position of  WaveJump Innovation Challenge coordinator. please contact Catriona McGill – [email protected] for more information.