Community & Events Coordinator - QDNL Delft - (short term opportunity)

Job description 

South Holland is home to two vibrant quantum hubs, Delft and Leiden, which both are part of the national QDNL community. Together with Innovation Quarter, these hubs are fostering a dynamic ecosystem for quantum technology. To support this growth, we are seeking a Quantum Ecosystem Development Lead to join the Delft team.

As Community & Events Coordinator you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering community and ecosystem events in Delft. Acting as the main point of contact for visiting delegations and stakeholders, the role ensures the successful Organisation of events, supports community engagement activities, and helps strengthen collaboration across the Delft quantum ecosystem

Key responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead point of contact for quantum ecosystem events and visiting delegations to TU Delft, QuTech, QDNL, House of Quantum, and QDNL Delft.
• Coordinate QDNL Delft's involvement in events, including scheduling hosts, arranging catering, and organizing company pitches.
• Manage and supervise 1–2 student assistants.
• Collaborate with the communications team to promote events and community activities.
• Represent QDNL Delft in House of Quantum team meetings and help align building activities with community initiatives.
• Lead the organization and delivery of monthly community events.
• Support the planning and execution of the annual flagship community event on 27 October.
• Contribute to fostering an active, connected, and engaged quantum community in Delft.

Job requirements 

This temporary replacement role requires availability to start on 1 November 2026. Please note that the start date is fixed and cannot be adjusted.

We are looking for a proactive and positive individual with strong organisational skills, a hands-on mindset, and the ability to make things happen.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in event management coordinating events and activities from A to Z. Someone comfortable managing multiple stakeholders, coordinating logistics, and ensuring every detail is executed successfully.

• Experience coordinating events, community programs, office operations, or stakeholder engagement activities.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and follow through on commitments.
• Comfortable working with a broad range of stakeholders, visitors, partners, and community members.
• Proactive, dependable, and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong communication skills in English.     

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology) 

Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference. 

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. 

QuTech 

QuTech is a mission-driven research institute of TU Delft. Together we are working on a radical new technology with world-changing potential. We are developing scalable prototypes of a quantum computer and a secure quantum internet. 

We believe quantum technology will be a game changer in many social and economic sectors - including health, agriculture, climate, and security. To achieve our ambitious goals, we bring scientists, engineers, and industry together in an inspiring environment, with plenty of room for ambition, entrepreneurship, and innovation. 

Have a look at our video and get a glimpse of QuTech.