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General Director/CEO

Natlab is the iconic building in Eindhoven that housed the Philips Physics Laboratory 100 years ago. Today, Natlab is the premier film and black-box theater in the city—a vibrant cultural hub open daily for film, theater, dining, and drinks. Located on Strijp-S, in the innovative heart of the Brainport region, Natlab has reinvented itself after a challenging period and is now experiencing renewed growth. The municipality of Eindhoven has supported these plans with structural funding for 2025–2028.

The city of Eindhoven is ambitious and rapidly developing, with an expected population growth of 40,000 in the coming years. Natlab is growing alongside the city, taking the next step in artistic development, professionalization, and entrepreneurship. This includes enhancing its artistic profile, engaging new audiences, and deepening its societal role.

To lead this exciting next phase, Natlab is seeking an inspiring General Director/CEO.

Your Role
As General Director, you will be responsible for realizing the mission, vision, and goals of Natlab. You will manage the organization within the framework and budget approved by the Supervisory Board (RVT) and also serve as the Director of Natlab Horeca BV.

You will be the face of Natlab—a driven and inspiring leader who maintains relationships with funding bodies and other stakeholders. You have a clear vision for strengthening the artistic profile and attracting a diverse audience. You are skilled at translating strategic goals into practical and financial results within the organization.

You bring proven expertise in organizational leadership, strategic development, programming, marketing, and entrepreneurship (cultural, financial, social, commercial, and societal). You ensure efficient and effective operations for both Natlab and Natlab Horeca BV.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and direct artistic, marketing, and financial policies.
  • Prepare annual reports, business plans, and policy documents.
  • Enhance the artistic profile and diversify audience groups.
  • Maintain relationships with funding bodies, sponsors, and stakeholders.
  • Ensure efficient operations and achieve financial objectives.
  • Coach, motivate, and manage team leaders and staff.

Who You Are
You are a culturally driven leader with strategic insight and an inspiring approach. You combine analytical skills with practical execution, turning vision into results. You are inspiring, decisive, customer-focused, entrepreneurial, and analytically strong. You can delegate effectively and coach your team.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience as a senior leader in the cultural sector.
  • Academic or higher vocational (HBO) level education, supplemented with additional training.
  • Expertise in strategic development, marketing, programming, and entrepreneurship.
  • Excellent communication skills, both internal and external.
  • An entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on artistic and financial growth.

What We Offer
At Natlab, you’ll have the opportunity to shape a distinctive artistic profile and make a significant impact on Eindhoven’s cultural and societal development.

We offer:

  • A challenging position in a dynamic cultural organization.
  • A 0.8 FTE appointment with the intention of a permanent contract after one year.
  • Salary in accordance with level 9A of the Dutch Podia Collective Labor Agreement (CAO).
  • An inspiring workplace in the vibrant heart of Strijp-S.

How to Apply
Are you excited about Natlab’s mission and eager to contribute to its growth? Send your motivation letter and CV by January 27th to personeelszaken@natlab.nl. Interviews will take place on February 3rd and 4th.

Natlab welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and ages. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our organization.

More information about this job position can be provided by our current (interim) CEO Jan van der Putten at janvanderputten@natlab.nl.