Vivli is seeking an Executive Director for Vivli EU (Vivli EU Stichting, in formation).
Location: Amsterdam (Netherlands / Hybrid – remote within the EU considered possible for exceptional candidates)
Organization: Vivli EU
Vivli is a global nonprofit platform advancing human health through responsible sharing and reuse of clinical research data. With members across industry, academia, and government, Vivli provides a trusted environment where researchers can discover, request, and analyze data securely. We are now establishing Vivli EU, a Netherlands-based Stichting that will deepen Vivli’s European partnerships. The Executive Director will lead Vivli EU once formally registered and guide its early growth.
As Executive Director, you will:
- Lead the launch and growth of Vivli EU, ensuring alignment with Vivli’s global mission and strategic vision
- Build strategic partnerships with EU institutions, research infrastructures, and funders
- Represent Vivli EU in European policy and regulatory dialogues related to data sharing initiatives
- Oversee EU operations, governance, and a small Amsterdam-based team
We seek a mission-driven leader who has successfully worked across various EU institutions or consortia and can bridge the worlds of science, policy, and data.
Experience collaborating across academia, government, and industry is essential.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years leading cross-sector or international research or policy programs
- Direct experience engaging with EU institutions or frameworks
- Demonstrated grasp of EU health-data policy
- Proven ability to build partnerships and manage nonprofit or collaborative operations
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders
Compensation: Salary and benefits aligned with senior nonprofit roles in the EU.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV to HR@vivli.org with “EU Director” in the subject line.