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Are you considering working with professionals with a refugee background? When it comes to hiring refugee talent, we've developed a lot of knowledge and experience over the past years. We're sharing all of that here - hoping to support you in your journey. We'll also share relevant external information.
There was no vacancy. Nevertheless, Soltegro hired Odai. Not because he fit an existing job profile exactly, but because his knowledge, experience, and ambitions aligned with what the company needed.…
It is much less scary than employers sometimes think: Read articleThe SER advocates for better employment guidance for newcomers. For two years now, Energy Skills has been demonstrating how newcomers can contribute to reducing staff shortages in the energy sector.
From pilot to scaling up: newcomers at grid operator: Read articleManon van Beek, CEO of TenneT and former Chair of the Board of Refugee Talent Hub, was one of the keynote speakers at our 2026 employer event. There, she looked…
Start small if necessary, but start: Read articleThe Netherlands is still underutilizing the labor potential of recognized refugees, concludes the Netherlands Court of Audit. Despite significant staff shortages in sectors such as construction, healthcare, and technology, the…
Court of Audit: potential status holder remains untapped: Read articleGrid operators, contractors, and the government are joining forces to accelerate the expansion of the electricity grid. Together, they aim to hire an additional 5,000 technicians by 2030. This will…
5,000 technicians wanted: Read articleThomas Gesink is a social entrepreneur and founder of Bureau Raakt. He has worked with organizations such as the Dutch Council for Refugees to establish apprenticeships in construction, technology, and…
A good training program is a solution for almost everything: Read articleThe energy transition offers refugees with refugee status a great opportunity to build a future. The sector is in need of skilled professionals and sees potential in this target group.…
Status holders enthusiastic about work in the energy sector: Read articleThe technology sector is desperate for people. While projects related to energy transition, digitalization, and sustainability are slowing down, a large group of technically skilled newcomers is ready. With language…
Newcomers in technology: plenty of opportunities: Read articleReport by VluchtelingenWerk Nederland and Bureau Raakt. A scaling-up model for industry associations, municipalities, and service providers.
'Put a little more time and energy into the initial phase, and you will see that it pays off more in the end.' This was one of the insights Stijn…
Newcomers at HeatTransformers: investment pays off significantly: Get inspired by Stijn
On September 13, 2024, we launched the Energy Skills program. That moment brought together a diverse group of people: representatives from grid operators, trade associations, municipalities, and employment service centers…
Energy Skills: from ambition to action: Read articleLast Friday we launched Energy Skills: a joint training program of TenneT, Enexis, Alliander and Refugee Talent Hub, especially for status holders. With this preparatory training they are prepared to…
Launch of Energy Skills: content, ambition and drive: Read article
