Kim van Oudshoorn

Kim van Oudshoorn is a Talent Fulfilment Specialist at Distributed since May 2022. In this role, they specialize in technical recruitment with a focus on optimizing the candidate experience and sourcing at speed. Kim commonly works on roles such as DevOps Specialist, Front End / Back End / Full Stack Developer, Technical Lead, Solutions Architect, Project / Programme Manager, PMO and Planning Specialist, and Business Analyst.

Prior to their current role, Kim worked at Acensys Limited from December 2018 to April 2022. As a Talent Acquisition & Business Operations Executive, they aligned the operations of Acensys entities across EMEA with the overall business strategy. Kim'sresponsibilities included talent sourcing, HR management, supplier management, and finance. Kim also faced the challenge of developing and implementing an effective remote recruitment process during their time at Acensys. Before this role, they were a Business Operations Administrator from June 2017 to December 2018.

Kim's previous work experience includes being a Big Cat and Herpetology Keeper at Isle of Wight Zoo from March 2015 to April 2017, a Seasonal Primate Keeper at Apenheul in 2014, and a Small Mammal Keeper at DierenPark Amersfoort from November 2011 to March 2014. At Isle of Wight Zoo, they also worked as a Presenter Zoo At Home in July 2011 and September 2011.

Before entering the field of zookeeping, Kim was a Customer Service Administrator at Doove Venocare from March 2009 to September 2009. In this role, they managed customer calls, appointment schedules, and ensured data accuracy.

Overall, Kim has a diverse background in talent acquisition, business operations, and animal care.

Kim van Oudshoorn's education history begins in 2009 when they enrolled at Groenhorst College Barneveld. Kim completed their studies in 2011 and obtained a degree in Animal Management at the MBO niveau 4 level. In addition to their formal education, Kim has also obtained several certifications throughout their career. In November 2019, they earned a certification in Fundamentals of Employment Law from CIPD. Kim also obtained The Complete Recruiter certification from The British Institute of Recruiters - Certification, Membership, Recognition in the same month. Most recently, in December 2022, Kim acquired the Talent Acquisition Partner Certification from SocialTalent.