About the opportunity
The Campus & Facility Management (CFM) Department at the University of Twente is seeking an enthusiastic and driven basketball coach for Gents 1, the competitive Second Division team of D.B.V. Arriba, the student basketball association. You will lead two training sessions per week on Mondays and Thursdays from 18:00 to 19:30, coach games primarily on weekends, and play a vital role in the team’s technical and tactical development. Alongside coaching, you will become part of a close-knit student basketball community connecting members from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.
Salary and benefits
- Gross monthly salary up to €4,673 for a full-time position (scale 8), prorated for the 6 hours per week part-time role, depending on qualifications and experience
- Initial one-year contract with the prospect of a permanent contract subject to satisfactory performance
- Terms and conditions in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities
- Excellent fringe benefits including a good pension, holiday pay, and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus
- Free access to campus sports facilities
- Minimum of 232 hours of annual leave for full-time employment
- Family-friendly organization offering paid and unpaid parental leave
Who can apply?
- Experience coaching basketball teams
- Tactically strong with the ability to communicate vision effectively to players
- Enthusiastic, strong communicator, and able to motivate a team
- Skilled in developing players both individually and as a team
- Proficient in English
Required documents
- CV
- Covering letter
When to apply
- Application deadline is 25 Oct 2026.
How to apply
- Apply online via the 'Apply now' button on the vacancy page
- Upload your CV and covering letter
- Receive a confirmation of receipt by email
- Await the selection committee review, with responses provided within 2 weeks after the vacancy closes
- Attend the first interview (online or in person), which may include a short presentation
- Attend the second interview to discuss job content, skills, and talents further
- Receive an offer if conversations are positive and complete screening if applicable
Additional information
- Screening is part of the recruitment process.
- For further information, contact boardarriba@gmail.com or Frank Eulderink at f.g.e.eulderink@utwente.nl or +31534891649.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Ideal for sports professionals or experienced basketball coaches with a strong tactical background and a passion for working with ambitious student-athletes.
- Well-suited for candidates who enjoy community-driven environments and want to contribute to the social and athletic life of a university sports association.
- Provides a great opportunity for individuals looking for a flexible, part-time coaching role embedded within a leading Dutch technical university.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is part-time at 6 hours per week for a one-year fixed duration initially, which may require balancing with other professional commitments.
- Training sessions are fixed on Mondays and Thursdays from 18:00 to 19:30, and games mainly take place on weekends, requiring regular evening and weekend availability.
- Applicants should be comfortable working and communicating in English within an international student community located in Enschede, Netherlands.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent fit for coaches aiming to build experience within higher education sports administration and student athletic development while maintaining a manageable part-time schedule. It offers a structured way to combine coaching expertise with involvement in a vibrant academic and athletic community in the Netherlands.
Our take
Experienced basketball coaches with strong communication skills and English proficiency who enjoy developing student teams should seriously consider applying before the October 25, 2026 deadline. Those unable to commit to fixed evening training sessions or weekend game schedules may find this role less suitable.
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