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Calendar of Outpost Events

Date: Time: Outpost Events:
9 March 10:00 - 12:00 Outpost The Hague Information Morning
9 March 11:30 - 12:00 Work and Study in The Netherlands Short Workshop
15 March 12:00 - 14:00

Young Shell partners Group
Cook Together

10 March 10:00 - 12:00 CV Short Workshop
17 March 10:00 - 12:00 Interview Short Workshop
19 March 10.00-14.00 Meet The Expert - How to Find a Job In The Netherlands
24 March 10.00-12.00 Meet The Expert – Social Media Savvy
April   Repatriation informal morning
April   Repatriation Workshop
13 April 10:00 - 12:00 Outpost The Hague Information Morning
13 April 11:30 - 12:00 Work and Study in The Netherlands Short Workshop
14 April 10:00 - 12:00 CV Short Workshop
19 April   Young Shell partners Group
Day trip to the Keukenhof
21 April 10:00 - 12:00 Interview Short Workshop
6 May 10:00 - 12:00 CV Short Workshop
10 May 12:00 - 14:00 Young Shell partners Group
Lunch at the Pier in Scheveningen
11 May 10:00 - 12:00 Outpost The Hague Information Morning

11 May

11:30 - 12:00 Work and Study in The Netherlands Short Workshop
20 May 10:00 - 12:00 Interview Short Workshop

3rd Tuesday of the month

10:00 - 11:30 Bump, Baby & Toddler Group

Note: Outpost The Hague events are open only to Shell employees (expatriate / repatriate and non-Dutch nationals) and their partners. Events are free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Information Morning

If you are a newly arrived Shell partner (or even an old one looking for up to date information!) you are invited to our Outpost The Hague Information Morning at Shell Headquarters in Carel van Bylandtlaan (children are welcome). You do not need to register, just turn up at reception and ask for Outpost The Hague. This informal morning will allow you to browse through literature on clubs, societies and activities that you may wish to get involved in. The morning also provides an opportunity to mix with other Shell partners and newcomers over a cup of coffee and to meet the Outpost The Hague staff who will be happy to answer your questions. Further information from outpost@shell.com

Career and Development Short Workshops

If you are looking to prepare yourself for work here in The Netherlands you might like to attend our short workshops, which are free of charge to Shell partners. These short workshops provide a quick brush up on your CV and interview skills. Both clinics will be held in the Shell offices in The Hague. Please register your interest by emailing outpostcareers@shell.com

"Work and Study n The Netherlands Short Workshop"

This short workshop is delivered after the Information Mornings and covers information on formalities and useful links to help with your job search. Registration is not required for this clinic, but would be appreciated..

"First steps towards building a great CV" Short Workshop

This short workshop offers very brief and practical information on how to write a strong reverse chronological CV, according to the Dutch 'layout', for those who are actively looking for jobs. It will be held at Shell Central Office. For more information and to register (max 6 places) please email outpostcareers@shell.com or call 070 377 6005.

"How to win your job interview" Short Workshop

The Interview Short Workshop for those who are interested in learning more about the interview skills and techniques will be held at Shell Central Office. For more infomation and to register (max 6 places) please email outpostcareers@shell.com or call 070 377 6005.

Meet The Expert - How To Find a Job in The Netherlands

Topics that will be discussed are:
- Job opportunities for non-Dutch speakers in business, science, education, health care and the not-for-profit sector
- The most relevant functional areas and employers in the Randstad area
- Understanding your competitive position
- What salary can you expect, and can you work part-time
- The best job search methods, success and failure factors
- Your CV!

To participate in this Meet the Expert event you are expected to bring a recent copy of your CV.

Please register by sending e-mail to: outpost@shell.com
The number of places is limited.


Meet The Expert – Social Media Savvy- An Insiders Guide to Understanding Social Media

How can you benefit? Where to start?
The session includes an overview of the most popular sites; Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter and help you decide what's right for you.
It cover the Do’s & Don'ts and tackle the dilemmas of setting up your online profiles and deciding how much information to share.
This is an introduction to using social media for personal and professional pursuits.
The Experts: Web Strategist, Lisa Rouissi of OrangeBuzz.nl provides effective web solutions for both individuals and companies.
Suzy Ogè, of EtceteraConsulting networks with entrepreneurs to successfully incorporate social media strategies into their business.
Please register by sending e-mail to: outpost@shell.com.
The number of places is limited, first come first served.

Young Shell Partner Network

If you are a young Shell partner wanting to meet up with other young Shell partners please contact Tanu Shukla at tanu.shukla@shell.com. Please pass this onto other young Shell partners you might know.

Repat informal morning

Informal information morning for partners who returned to The Netherlands after living abroad. Opportunity to share your repatriate experiences with others in the same situation and learn about services available from Outpost The Hague. For further information please contact Irene Schavemaker at Irene.Schavemaker@shell.com Please pass this onto other Shell repat partners you might know.

Newcomers event

Newcomers event for those who arrived in the last 12 months, both expat and repat partners. Please contact Outpost The Hague if you would like to attend, either at outpost@shell.com or 070 377 6530.

Bump, Baby and Toddler Group

Come and meet others who are pregnant or have just become a parent and their babies and toddlers for soft drinks and cake! For more information please contact Outpost The Hague outpost@shell.com or call 070-377 6530.

Outpost Welcome Desk in Rijswijk

Outpost The Hague would like to welcome all newly arrived Shell expatriates working in Rijswijk to our Welcome Desk in the Mainstreet of the EpiCentre next to the coffee corner 11:30 - 13:30. We will offer you plenty of up-to-date information with a good selection of books and DVDs on The Hague. Further information from Outpost@shell.com or Tel: 070 377 6530.

Outpost Social Get Together at 't Hof van Eten

A committed group of Outpost volunteers organise a monthly Morning Tea/Coffee get together. This is aimed at all Shell partners. If you would like to get together with other Shell partners please come along at 10.00 to 'T Hof van Eten which is in Oude Molstraat 30d. For further details look at their website www.hethofvaneten.nl .

Understanding the challenges of Repatriation

Re-entry to ones home country is often assumed to be relatively non-ploblematic. However, it is in fact a complicated and sometimes even difficuly experience. Research has shown that individuals who prepare for re-entry do not experience the negative aspects to the same extent.

Networking workshop

Networking is the in-word. But how do we do it? This interactive workshop will show you the way!

Short Courses Fair

Around 35 providers of Short Courses will be present at this Fair which will be held in Shell Headquarters and which is open to expat partners, repats and Shell employees.

 

The information given by Outpost is based upon the gathered personal experiences of expatriate families. Therefore, you will appreciate that Outpost cannot accept any liability for damages directly or indirectly resulting from the services rendered or information given.

Source of images : Global Outpost Services & the Outpost network and www.thehague.nl
Updated : March 8, 2010

March 8, 2010