Coordinator Cinekid for Professionals x/f/m (0,8 fte)

For almost 40 years, Cinekid has been the world’s largest international children’s film festival. Each year, Cinekid introduces tens of thousands of children across the Netherlands to the richest selection of films and media experiences for young audiences. Cinekid aims to inspire, entertain and connect, and to contribute to the development of children into independent, conscious and thoughtful global citizens. We do this by presenting, producing, developing and sharing film and moving image – always closely aligned with children’s perspectives and experiences.

In addition to the public festival during the autumn school holidays – featuring films, workshops and interactive installations in Amsterdam and dozens of cinemas nationwide – Cinekid is also a leading international platform for professionals working in film and media for young audiences. Through Cinekid for Professionals (CFP), Cinekid connects creators, producers, financiers, broadcasters, platforms, funds and policymakers from around the world, working together to strengthen the quality, diversity and future sustainability of children’s film and media.

For this international professionals programme, we are looking for a strategically strong and visionary colleague. As Coordinator Cinekid for Professionals, you are responsible for the overall strategic direction and positioning of Cinekid’s international B2B programme, working in close collaboration with the Talent Manager, who holds end-responsibility for the year-round talent development programmes. You develop, safeguard and renew the content-driven and strategic direction of CFP and translate this into a relevant, forward-looking programme that responds to developments in the international audiovisual industry for young audiences.

You actively follow new forms of storytelling for children – such as immersive storytelling, interactive media, XR, AI applications and cross-media formats – and know how to integrate these developments into the CFP programme. You initiate new programme components, platforms and collaborations, strengthening Cinekid’s position as an international hub for innovation, knowledge exchange and co-production.

Together with the Managing Director, you are responsible for further developing and securing Cinekid’s strategic position as a market leader in the international children’s film and mediasector. You contribute to the organisation’s multi-year strategy and ensure a strong translation into annual plans, programmes and partnerships.

Key responsibilities

In the lead-up to the festival, you engage the appropriate freelancers to deliver your programme and manage a flexible team of freelancers.

Strategy & Programme Development

• Develop and implement the content and strategic vision for Cinekid for Professionals;
• Initiate and develop new programmes and formats (including ScreeningClub, co-production market, conference programme and innovative pilots), and support the strategic development and international positioning of the talent development programmes in collaboration with the Talent Manager;
• Identify international trends and developments in storytelling for young audiences and translate them into concrete programme components;
• Position CFP as a leading international platform for knowledge exchange and professional networking.

Leadership & Organisation

• Manage and coach the CFP team (festival freelancers, production staff and interns);
• Ensure effective collaboration with other Cinekid departments, particularly Marketing & Communications, Education and Festival Operations;
• Actively participate in staff meetings, editorial meetings and festival meetings.
• Network & Partnerships
• Manage, maintain and expand a strong and diverse international professional network, ensuring coherent representation of CFP’s markets, conference and talent development programmes in collaboration with the Talent Manager;
• Develop strategic (inter)national partnerships, both content-driven and financial;
• Shape a future-proof guest and promotion policy.

Finance, Data & Fundraising

• Responsible for CFP budget management, administration and reporting;
• Initiate, write and manage grant and funding applications for industry and innovation programmes together with the Head of Development, in coordination with the Talent Manager for talent development-related funding, budgets and reporting;
• Actively pursue fundraising and sponsorship opportunities in coordination with the Managing Director and Development team;
• Analyse data and results, report to the Managing Director and adjust strategy based on insights.

Digitalisation & Innovation

• Develop and implement online and hybrid strategies for CFP programmes;
• Optimise processes and systems in collaboration with the Head of Marketing & Communications (including database, ticketing and accreditation);
• Stimulate knowledge sharing and the structural transfer of networks and expertise within the organisation.

• You have an extensive international network within the audiovisual industry;
• You have solid experience with international industry programmes, markets or conferences;
• You are strong in strategic thinking and in translating strategy into concrete programmes;
• You have an excellent sense for relationship management and matchmaking;
• You are a connector who places sustainability, inclusion and continuity at the heart of your work;
• You are financially and organisationally strong and results-driven;
• You know how to inspire colleagues and actively encourage cross-departmental collaboration;
• You are visionary, curious and enjoy exploring new storytelling forms, technologies and platforms for children.

• A one-year contract with the possibility of extension;
• A competitive salary based on the Dutch Theatre and Dance Collective Labour Agreement, scale 7 (€3,272 – €5,024);
• 25 vacation days plus compensatory days for additional hours worked during the festival;
• Possibility to work in a hybrid setting;
• Travel and phone allowance;
• A MacBook provided for work use;
• A friendly and inspiring workplace in Amsterdam.

Start date to be agreed upon.

Would you like to know more or apply? Please send your motivation letter and CV by 1 march 2026 to Joanne Oldenbeuving (Managing Director) via vacature@cinekid.nl

Cinekid is an inclusive organization and is open to everyone in society. We aim to contribute to a labor market free of discrimination, where everyone has equal opportunities. We welcome a diversity of backgrounds and knowledge.