Thijs Oosterhof

Thijs Oosterhof is an experienced professional in youth policy and social care, currently serving as a Beleidsadviseur en projectleider jeugd at Gemeente Utrecht since March 2024. Prior to this role, Thijs worked as a Jeugdbeschermer at Samen Veilig Midden-Nederland from June 2021 to March 2024, and as a Generalist wijkteam in Bunschoten from May 2017 to May 2021. Previous experience includes roles as a Specialist sociaal domein at SCIOPENG and Group Leader at Lijn5 LVB- & Jeugdzorg. Thijs has also contributed to educational governance and innovation in youth care through various positions, including participation in student panels and governance councils. Academically, Thijs holds a Bachelor’s degree in Pedagogiek from Inholland University of Applied Sciences and a Premaster in pedagogische wetenschappen from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, with additional studies focused on leadership in health and welfare.