The Prestatieladder Socialer Ondernemen (PSO), or the Social inclusive Performance Ladder, is a measurement tool and certification developed by TNO that provides insight into the extent to which organizations contribute to an inclusive labor market. It assesses the ratio of employees with a distance to the labor market to the total workforce at the organizational level. Additionally, it evaluates the quality of guidance and the degree of equality within the company. The aim of the PSO Ladder is to increase labor participation among people with a distance to the labor market and to encourage companies to engage in more socially responsible procurement.Social procurement plays a key role in the PSO framework, as organizations with a PSO certification not only contribute to inclusion themselves but also often choose suppliers that support this goal. This strengthens the social supply chain and fosters collaboration between companies that create employment opportunities for vulnerable groups.The PSO certification includes five performance levels: Aspirant status, Basic level, Step 1, Step 2, and Step 3. Companies that demonstrate above-average performance in promoting inclusion achieve the exclusive PSO 30+ status. These performance levels provide organizations and their partners with clear insights into how they contribute to a more inclusive labor market and a more socially responsible society.

Worked closely with board members, country management team, leaders, managers, and various stakeholders to create and execute ED&I, SROI policies and operational initiatives such as Skills for Employment (providing education and employment opportunities for individuals with a refugee background) at IKEA Netherlands. Advocated for the significance of fostering equity and inclusivity by addressing diversity in ethnicity, sexual orientation, abilities, gender equality, age diversity, socio-economic backgrounds, and education.

In the Netherlands, ISS employs 2,700 Placemakers out of a total of 350,000 worldwide. ISS serves over 117 customer locations in the Netherlands, providing a diverse range of 40+ services to more than 60 customers. My role involved overseeing ED&I policies and implementation of project, social innovation, SROI, PSO, and social tender processes for clients such as the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and companies like PwC, Accenture, Movaris, Enexis, Deltion MBO, and Erasmus MC.

- Advocating for inclusive employment practices to employers throughout the Netherlands.- Establishing and overseeing an operational team in the North Brabant region.- Launching a new initiative, "Talent Inclusief," in collaboration with Jobstap and Emma at Work.- Taking a lead role in building and maintaining strong relationships with employers, public sector organizations, employer forums, educational institutions, and other key stakeholders at a local level. This includes coordination with the Management Team (MT), National Inclusive Advisors Team, and operational staff as needed.- Identifying and creating a variety of job opportunities for program participants to align with their individual employment goals and aspirations.- Engaging with employers to understand their workforce development needs and promote inclusivity.- Providing post-employment support services to account-managed employers for participants under programs such as WIA, WGA, participation act, and Wajong.- Conducting in-house training sessions for managers and employees, including train-the-trainer sessions, awareness training, and internal coaching training to prepare internal coaches for assisting employees.

- Providing coaching and relationship management services for organizations such as UWV, WSP, municipalities, and other social partners, as well as employers.- Expertise in coaching individuals with neurodiverse conditions, including Autism, ADHD, acquired brain injury, mental health issues, and behavioral challenges.

In this role, I was tasked with identifying and mapping new markets and business opportunities, and proactively engaging with individuals and organizations in the fields of reintegration/integration coaching, D&I consultancy, sheltered workshops, and outplacement in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, and various other European countries. Our team established a European Advisory Services department based in the UK to oversee these initiatives.

Responsibilities included:- Conducting vocational rehabilitation assessments and managing absence (utilizing the Bio-Psycho-Social Model) under the Enable contract for British Telecom, with a specialization in Autism, Dyslexia, and Mental Health.- Providing re-employment and outplacement transition coaching through Enable Plus and other contracts.- Delivering Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) and managing IPS services.- Ensuring compliance with VRA, NIDMAR, and VR Council standards and ethics.- Performing ergonomics assessments and case management for workplace accommodations.- Facilitating partnerships and liaising with stakeholders.- Offering workplace mediation services.- Recognizing, analyzing, and evaluating Dyslexia cases.- Conducting Initial Insurance Vocational Need Assessments (IVA's).- Implementing social media strategies.- Mentoring and training new colleagues.- Participating in employer steering groups.- Managing projects.

Career guidance services provided:- Developing job search strategies for various situations including unemployment, career transitions, redundancy, and job loss.- Creating targeted CVs.- Utilizing marketing techniques on platforms like Social Media, LinkedIn, GooglePlus, and Facebook.- Offering interview preparation assistance.- Identifying and clarifying transferable skills.- Providing guidance on self-employment and business setup.

(6-month interim contract)Offered consultancy services to business owners, Directors, and HR Managers to assist businesses in meeting their legal obligations under the Equality Act, Disability Discrimination Act (DDA), and other disability-related legislations. Responsibilities included advising and educating employers on inclusion practices, sourcing candidates with mental or physical health challenges, establishing long-term business partnerships, and enhancing business models in collaboration with the London Development Agency (LDA).

Coaching long term job-seekers to mainstream employment, employer engagement, business / project development. Left the business due to immigration to the United Kingdom.

Owner of 2 locations in Wimbledon, London, Individual classes for children and adults with ADHD, Autism, Mental Health challenges etc. Workshops for children (SKCN) and adults in The Netherlands

Branch manager / troubleshooter - Montagny, Fooks en Image Wear in Utrecht & Amsterdam. Manager Sense Lab, Events in Amsterdam - Belgium and Germany.