Advocacy Support Officer (80-100%)

About AmCham

AmCham is a non-profit organization based in Amsterdam representing more than 300 international companies – including many Fortune 500 firms and globally recognized brands. We are a small but professional team consisting of just four colleagues. As the leading voice of U.S. business in the Netherlands, we advocate for a strong, competitive, and attractive investment climate, and provide a high-level networking platform for executives, policymakers, and young professionals. Our advocacy focuses on four key priorities: (1) a stable and business-friendly policy environment, (2) a healthy and future-proof labor market, (3) a supportive environment for innovation and R&D, (4) world-class digital, physical, and energy infrastructure.
 
About the Role
 
In this role, your key responsibilities will include:

1. Policy Tracking & Research

• Monitor Dutch and EU policy and political developments relevant to AmCham’s priorities.
• Support AmCham’s follow-up on EU regulations at the national level.
• Prepare concise summaries, updates, and analyses of key policy developments.

2. Operational & Management Support

• Assist in preparing meetings, roundtables, and Committee/Taskforce sessions.
• Support the creation and finalization of publications (including design coordination and translations).
• Provide on-site assistance during AmCham events (registration, setup, coordination).

3. Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement

• Contribute to drafting position papers and collecting member input.
• Help identify key stakeholders and capture insights from AmCham events.
• Maintain accurate stakeholder databases, contact lists, and documentation to ensure efficient workflow and reporting.

4. Young Professionals Program Support

• Assist in organizing activities and events for AmCham’s Young Professionals Program. 

Your Profile
 
You are:

• A proactive and reliable self-starter with a hands-on mindset
• Politically aware and sensitive to different interests and perspectives
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work well under pressure
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

You have:

• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
• Understanding of policy processes, public affairs, or community engagement
• Fluency in both Dutch and English (spoken and written)
• Technological proficiency, including strong command of Microsoft Office
• A driver’s license
• Flexibility to occasionally work outside regular office hours during events

Experience:

• Entry-level / starter position 

What You’ll Gain
 
In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience at the crossroads of business, policy, and advocacy. You’ll learn how multinational companies engage with policymakers and help shape the Dutch and EU business environment.

• Build insight into policy and advocacy processes at both national and EU levels.
• Strengthen your research and analytical skills by translating complex issues into clear messages.
• Refine your writing and communication abilities through advocacy materials and briefings.
• Develop stakeholder management skills by supporting engagement with business and government leaders.
• Gain practical experience in event coordination and program organization. 

What We Offer

• A vibrant office in the heart of Amsterdam;
• A hybrid working model (up to three days from home per week);
• A laptop for the duration of your contract;
• Telephone allowance;
• A pension scheme;
• A professional yet informal work environment with dedicated colleagues;
• Access to AmCham’s exclusive network and high-level events;
• Salary range: 2.750€ - 3.300€ (based on full-time).

Contract Terms

The position is available per January 2026, for a period of one year with the intention to extend. The role is vacant on a part-time (80% or 32 hours per week) or full-time basis (100% or 40 hours per week).
 
How to Apply
If you’re eager to contribute to meaningful advocacy work and grow your career in an international environment, we’d love to hear from you! Interested candidates can send a CV (maximum two pages) and cover letter by e-mail to elke.roelant@amcham.nl. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

If you require more information, please contact Elke Roelant (elke.roelant@amcham.nl / 020-7951847) at the AmCham office. For more information about AmCham, visit our website: www.amcham.nl.