Dissemination Officer - Generations and Gender Programme - NIDI-KNAW - The Hague

The Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI) invites applications for a Dissemination Officer position within the Generations and Gender Programme (GGP). This new position will help us promote the use and understanding of cross-national survey data to a wide range of stakeholders, including how the GGP data  is found, connected, and used. 

Introduction / project description:

The GGP is a cross-national research infrastructure that provides high-quality, open-access data on population and family dynamics. Its core component is the Generations and Gender Survey (GGS), a longitudinal study on life courses and family structures across countries.

The GGP Central Coordination Team is located at the Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI) in The Hague and is responsible for the coordination, data processing, and scientific support of the programme.

What you will be doing:

As a Dissemination Officer, you will work at the intersection of survey data, research infrastructure, and emerging technologies. You will contribute to GGP’s role while supporting the communication and outreach activities of the GGP Central Hub.

You will:
•    Support the visibility, accessibility, and effective use of GGP datasets, documentation, and related materials;
•    Help ensure that GGP data is clearly communicated and correctly understood by diverse user communities;
•    Update website content and publish news items to highlight project activities and results;
•    Prepare and distribute newsletters and support social media communication (e.g. LinkedIn);
•    Assist in the preparation of dissemination materials and maintain dissemination records and documentation;
•    Support communication related to events, workshops, and project updates;
•    Participate in project meetings;
•    Contribute to the day-to-day communication and operational activities of the GGP Central Hub.

What you will be contributing:

•    A master in Sociology, Demography, or a related social science, or equivalent relevant experience;
•    Experience with survey research, longitudinal data, or population studies;
•    The ability to interpret research data and communicate it clearly to different audiences, including non-specialists;
•    Motivation to work at the intersection of social science, data, and communication;
•    Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines;
•    Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken);
•    A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working in an international environment.

What do we offer?

We offer a junior researcher position at the heart of an internationally connected research infrastructure. As part of the GGP Central Hub, you will contribute to work that directly shapes how survey data is found, interpreted, and used across disciplines and countries.
You will work at the intersection of social science data and emerging technologies – including AI and knowledge graphs – and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative European research project. The role offers exposure to a wide range of activities, from data documentation and quality assurance to user-facing pilots and dissemination.
The initial appointment will be until 31.12.2027. Any extension will be contingent on performance, availability of funds, and the human resource needs of the infrastructure. Dutch law stipulates a maximum of 4 years in total for a temporary research-based contract.

Your workplace:

The work climate is based on mutual respect, openness, and collaboration. The institute consists of about 80 employees of different levels of seniority.

NIDI comprises five thematic groups: (1) Families & gender, (2) Migrants & migration, (3) Demographic change and the labour market, (4) Health, ageing and mortality, (5) Data infrastructure and open science. Each group has approximately 10-15 members. 

More information:

For additional information you may contact Dr. Yuri Pettinicchi (pettincchi[at]nidi.nl). 

Application procedure:

Candidates are invited to submit their application in English. Applications must include:

•    A motivation letter;
•    A full curriculum vitae;
•    Names and contact information of 2 references.

The deadline for submitting your application is 17.05.2026. 
Please address your application to the director of NIDI, prof. dr. H.A.G. de Valk.
The interviews have been provisionally scheduled for 29.05.2026.

About NIDI
The Netherlands Interdisciplinary Demographic Institute (NIDI) is a leading European demographic research institute. NIDI is part of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and affiliated with the University of Groningen. It is located in the center of The Hague providing a unique and stimulating research environment in the broad field of population studies. Currently the staff of the institute consists of about 65 employees of different levels of seniority and organized in a rather horizontal structure within five thematic research groups. The working environment is highly international and NIDI provides ample opportunities for training and development.

Terms of employment
Depending on education and experience the minimum salary is 3.546 and the maximum salary is 5.538 gross per month for a full-time appointment (scale 10 Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (CLA NU). This is exclusive of 8% vacation allowance, 8.3% year-end bonus, travel allowance, internet allowance, home working allowance and pension accrual with ABP.

The KNAW offers its staff an excellent package of secondary benefits. A package that meets the different needs of employees depending on their stage of life, lifestyle or career ambitions. For example, by working an extra two hours a week, it is possible to increase the number of days off from 29 to 41 days a year (with full-time employment). 

For a complete overview of the terms of employment, please refer to the web page: Work for the Academy - KNAW

Applying for a Certificate of Good Conduct can be part of the employment procedure.

Diversity & Inclusion
The KNAW considers a working environment in which everyone feels welcome and appreciated of great importance. A working environment in which attention is paid to individual quality and where development opportunities are paramount. Together we strive for an inclusive culture in which we embrace differences. We would therefore like to invite candidates who want to contribute to this through their background and experience. In the event of equal suitability, preference will be given to the candidate who thus enhances diversity within the Academy.

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