Project Leader, Nature & Environment Policy Plan (NEPP) BQ-SE

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The Public Entity of Sint Eustatius (OLE) carries out both municipal and provincial tasks on this special municipality of the Netherlands. Together with our 180 colleagues, we work towards good governance, sustainable development and a strong community. Working at OLE means helping shape the future of a unique and resilient island.

As Project Leader – Nature & Environment Policy Plan (NEPP), you will be part of the Programme & Project Management Office (PPMO) of the Public Entity Sint Eustatius. NEPP is a key programme for the island, aimed at developing and implementing policy and projects that address major challenges in the areas of nature restoration, environmental protection and climate change.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Project Leader to strengthen our team. The NEPP programme includes a diverse portfolio of projects, such as wastewater treatment, coral restoration, reforestation, erosion control, protection of marine and terrestrial biodiversity, monitoring of seawater quality, sustainable agriculture development, and public awareness and education campaigns related to nature and the environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

You will play a central role in the planning, coordination and delivery of the Nature & Environment Policy Plan (NEPP) projects. You lead multidisciplinary initiatives that address key environmental and climate-related challenges on Sint Eustatius, ensuring that projects are aligned with island policy objectives and sustainability goals. In this role, you provide clear direction to project teams, structure project activities effectively and maintain oversight throughout the project lifecycle. You monitor progress closely, translate data and field insights into clear reporting, and ensure accountability towards the NEPP Steering Committee. Close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders is essential, particularly in relation to public communication and awareness.

Additionally your tasks include:

Managing contracts, ensuring compliance with agreements and proactively resolving emerging bottlenecks.
Building and maintaining effective working relationships with community organisations, NGOs and governmental bodies.
Identifying opportunities for new initiatives or improvements based on insights from the field.
Organising training sessions and workshops to strengthen local capacity in sustainability and nature conservation.

Working Conditions

The selected candidate may receive:

Temporary employment for a trial period of one year, with the prospect of permanent employment.
Salary: Scale 12, gross monthly between $5,500.99 – $6,884.96 (36-hour workweek).
Working hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week.
Allowances: Holiday allowance of 8.33% and an end-of-year bonus of 8.33% of the annual salary.
168 holiday hours per year pro rata based of a 36-hour working week.
Benefits: Inclusion in the pension fund.
A supportive and professional working environment.
A relocation scheme for candidates who respond from outside the island.

Additional requirements

An assessment, case, and/or reference check may be part of the procedure. The selected candidate must provide a certificate of good conduct (VOG) and undergo medical evaluation for inclusion in the pension fund.

The following order of preference will be applied during the selection process:

Employees of the Public Entity Sint Eustatius (internal)
Residents from or currently living on Sint Eustatius
Residents of the Caribbean part of the Netherlands
All other candidates

A preference will be given to candidates who are locally based.

Job Requirements

Completed higher professional education (HBO) in nature, environment or a related field.
At least three years of relevant work experience in environmental policy, sustainability or a comparable field, or demonstrable practical experience.
Experience in leading environmental or sustainability-related projects.
Other mandatory knowledge/requirements
Knowledge of Caribbean biodiversity, sustainability and the local context is a strong advantage.·
Experience working within or alongside a governmental or policy-driven environment is desirable.

Required Skills and Competencies

Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to navigate governmental procedures, policies and legislation effectively.
Proactive and enterprising attitude with a strong focus on collaboration and community engagement.
Strong leadership and coordination skills within project-based environments.
Excellent command of both English and Dutch, spoken and written.

Apply

Send your CV and motivation letter no later than 12 January 2026.

Visit The Executive Council of the Public Entity of St. Eustatius Career page for more information on how to apply.

Please note that, due to the upcoming holiday period, this vacancy will remain open longer than usual; however, we encourage you to apply promptly, as the position may be closed earlier if sufficient qualified applications are received.