Janien Jonker

Janien Jonker is an experienced professional in public administration, currently serving as the Gemeentesecretaris and Algemeen directeur at Gemeente Berkelland since May 2024. Prior to this role, Jonker held the position of Concernmanager Maatschappelijk Domein and loco-secretaris at Gemeente Hardenberg from March 2020 to April 2024. Jonker's extensive tenure at Gemeente Almelo spanned from 2003 to March 2020, including roles such as Hoofd Sociaal Domein, Programmamanager Sociaal Domein, Concern Projectleider, and Beleidsmedewerker. Early career experience includes positions as an Adviseur at WoonZorg Advies (2001-2003), an adviseur at HB Consultants (1999-2001), and a beleidsmedewerker at SHN (1998-1999). Jonker earned a degree in bestuurskunde from the University of Twente, completing studies in 1999.