You have an affinity with (modern) built heritage and architecture

Secretary DOCOMOMO Job Details | TU Delft

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We are seeking an organisational talent to help further professionalise DOCOMOMO International.

Are you looking for a challenging role with an international perspective? Are you a versatile and ambitious all-rounder who can switch quickly between different responsibilities whilst maintaining the overview? If so, you will be able to make full use of your talents in this role. Your duties will involve a combination of policy support, project supervision and the coordination of the DOCOMOMO International secretariat (www.docomomo.com).

DOCOMOMO International is a non-profit organisation, founded in 1990, with the aim of documentation and conservation of buildings, sites and neighbourhoods of the Modern Movement. DOCOMOMO is active in more than 85 countries and regions; for example, it has over 1,000 members, six specialist committees and publishes an academic journal twice a year. There is close collaboration between the Faculty of Architecture, Heritage & Architecture section, and DOCOMOMO International.

The outlines of the policy and activities within the wider field of modern built heritage are set every two years at a major international conference. Day-to-day management is in the hands of the Chair, Prof. Uta Pottgiesser, and the Secretary General, Dr Wido Quist. As an organiser and implementer, you will contribute proactively to the policy. You will organise meetings and events, manage membership administration, handle PR and communications (website, newsletter and social media), and support fundraising for projects. In addition, you will be responsible for providing secretarial support to the Executive Committee of DOCOMOMO International and will be part of the editorial team of the DOCOMOMO Journal. Finally, you will support and facilitate the Open Journal System for the DOCOMOMO Journal (www.docomomojournal.com).

You have a BSc or higher vocational education (HBO) level of working and thinking, with proven knowledge and experience in coordinating, organising and supporting tasks;

You have an affinity with (modern) built heritage and architecture;

You can work well independently and possess good communication and interpersonal skills, across different cultures;

You have a good command of spoken and written English and, preferably, Dutch. Proficiency in other languages is an advantage;

You are highly digitally literate and enjoy automating complex processes. You have at least experience with and knowledge of MS Office and Adobe Acrobat, and you have experience with CMS and CRM systems (e.g. WordPress, OJS, OMEKA, CiviCRM);

You have experience in creating content for and managing social media.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

Faculty Architecture & the Built Environment

The Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment has a leading role in education and research worldwide. The driving force behind the faculty’s success is its robust research profile combined with the energy and creativity of its student body and academic community. It is buzzing with energy, with four thousand people enthusiastically studying, working, designing, conducting research and acquiring and disseminating knowledge. Our faculty has a strong focus on 'design-oriented research’, which has given it a top position in world rankings.

Staff and students are working to improve the built environment with the help of a broad set of disciplines, including architectural design, urban planning, building technology, social sciences, process management, and geo-information science. The faculty works closely with other faculties, universities, private parties, and the public sector, and has an extensive network in the Netherlands as well as internationally.

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Duration of contract is 1 year. Temporary with the prospect of permanent.

A salary based on Scale 08 of the CAO for Dutch Universities with a salary between €3382 - €4484 gross per month based on a fulltime contract (38 hours), plus 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.

The possibility to compile an individual employment package every year.

Discount with health insurers on supplemental packages.

Every year, 232 leave hours (at 38 hours). You can also sell or buy additional leave hours via the individual choice budget.

Plenty of opportunities for education, training and courses.

Attention for working healthy and energetically with the vitality program.

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit,  Coming to Delft Service , offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Wido Quist, e-mail: [staat bij de werkgever].

For more information about the application procedure, please contact Paulien Stastra, HR Advisor,

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 6 Sep 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:

You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.

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Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment

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