Earn more on the side: flexi-job

by Nina - 16 June, 201927 June, 2019

Earn more on the side: flexi-job Have you ever wanted to earn a bit more on the side, but did not wish to set yourself up as self-employed? The Flemish government offers a tax-free flexible employment scheme for occasional help in shops and food and drink establishments. The advantages of flexi-jobs The main

Talentree helps international talents find a job in Belgium

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by Guest author - 25 February, 20198 July, 2019

This is a picture of Talentree info session about recruitment

Three major factors sparked Hannelore Waterschoot to start the recruitment agency Talentree helping internationals find a job in Belgium. 61

How to Find Volunteer Work in Gent

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by Rebecca Bramlett - 17 February, 201919 May, 2019

Why Volunteer in Gent? If you are reading this article, chances are you have already made the decision to look for volunteer work (vrijwilligerswerk) in Gent. In case you need further convincing, here are some of the reasons volunteering is a good idea for expats: Volunteering enables you to work for

My Gent: Lenka’s dance with the stars

by Nina - 16 October, 201811 November, 2019

One of the most common questions among expats in Gent is where to find a dance school. So when I saw Lenka, or Badriyah on stage, at her belly dance performance, I knew I had to interview her. But there is more to this energetic Czech girl than her mesmerising

All the information in one place: the annual expat event

by Nina - 8 October, 201730 January, 2019

The annual expat event by Community Gent called “Living And Working in Gent” took place the 5th of October at the amazing Ghelamco Arena in Ghent. This informative event brings together expats and organizations supporting expats to feel more at home in Gent. Expats are defined as people from abroad

Co-Searching Ghent: helping you get your dream job

by Nina - 6 October, 20162 February, 2019

Co-Searching job hunting workshop in Ghent

Looking for a job in Ghent can be frustrating for newcomers from abroad. Apart from having to master the Dutch language, you also need to learn about the hiring and working culture. This has recently become easier as the Co-Searching initiative have started organising their workshops in English as well.