Theo Dijkstra

Theo Dijkstra has a robust career in public administration and management, with significant experience spanning from 1994 to the present. Currently serving as Gemeentesecretaris and algemeen directeur at Gemeente Assen since June 2015, Dijkstra also holds positions such as Lid raad van toezicht for Stichting ZorgpleinNoord and Lid of the Commissie BBV. As voorzitter of the Bestuurlijk Kennisnetwerk Zorg & Welzijn since 2005, Dijkstra focuses on labor market issues in healthcare and welfare across the northern provinces of the Netherlands. Prior roles include various directorships at Gemeente Groningen and Gemeente Assen, along with positions as a financial policy advisor at the Bestuursdienst Gemeente Groningen. Dijkstra's educational background includes a Master's degree in Public Administration from the University of Twente and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Management from Thorbecke Academie.