new Executive Director

Next Food Collective July 21, 2026 July 16, 2026 Nederlandse versie beschikbaar, direct onder Engelstalig profiel Shape the future of Agri-Food innovation and value chain collaboration Following the announcement of its leadership transition, Next Food Collective is entering a new phase focused on growth, impact and collaboration in the Agri-Food innovation ecosystem and value chain. Building on the strong foundation, Next Food Collective has developed into a leading collaboration platform formed by leading knowledge institutes and businesses. As the organisation enters its next phase, Next Food Collective is seeking an entrepreneurial and collaborative Executive Director to lead this journey. A unique opportunity As Executive Director, you will lead Next Food Collective through its next phase of development, impact and collaboration. Building on a strong foundation and a highly engaged partner network, you will help shape the future of agrifood innovation and value chain collaboration in the Netherlands and Europe. You will work at the intersection of industry, knowledge institutes and government, translating shared ambitions into impactful innovation programmes, strategic partnerships and new funding opportunities. Supported by an experienced team of Theme Leads, and working closely with partner organisations, the Supervisory Board and the Non-Executive Director, you will create the conditions for successful programme development, acquisition and execution. Key focus will be on further growing the organisation's impact, relevance and visibility, while strengthening collaboration across the broader Agri-Food innovation ecosystem. Qualified Candidate We are looking for an entrepreneurial and collaborative leader with a strong network, credibility and recognised standing within the Agri-Food knowledge and innovation ecosystem, combined with experience across the broader agrifood value chain. The successful candidate combin...