HR boss Transavia gives up seat to Yassine and Younes

With Baas van Morgen, Transavia and JINC, a non-profit organization that fights inequality of opportunity among young people, want to draw attention to the fact that a successful career is not for everyone. Because those who are born in an environment with a lot of poverty and few role models have less chance of going far than their peers from richer neighborhoods. No matter how smart or talented he is.

An exciting day awaited our young bosses today. They were picked up by our HR director Michiel van Boven in a shiny polished car. The first part of the program was a visit to the Hangar. That is the place where the Transavia aircraft are maintained. Yassine and Younes received a tour here from our technical specialist Ronald Schoenmakers. In the hangar, the boys not only saw the inside of the aircraft, but they also got a glimpse into the engines of these flying giants. Younes, who would like to work in IT later, was impressed by the technology that could be viewed in the 'belly' of the device.

Select a caterer

After a tour of the Transavia office, our bosses of the day were allowed to manage the pitch with a caterer. This means asking the right questions in the search for the best caterer for Transavia in the coming years. Yassine and Younes suggested that only healthy food be on the menu for four days and unhealthy food for one day.

A society in which everyone participates fully

Michiel van Boven is enthusiastic about this day: 'JINC shows with Baas van Morgen how important it is to invest in children from an environment with a socio-economic disadvantage. That also fits with the goal we pursue; an inclusive society in which everyone participates fully. In addition to this initiative, many Transavia colleagues participate in JINC initiatives such as job application training, guiding students in career choices and guided tours that focus on learning new words. I am happy that I had the opportunity today to give up my place to my two top players Yassine and Younes.'

Our Bosses for a Day also experienced an impressive day. When asked by board members Petra de Ruiter and Dirk Neelis whether the boys would like to become the boss of Transavia after this day, Yassine replied: 'I would rather fly in the air as a pilot, that is much more fun than sitting inside all day. in an office'. The boys did want to know whether they like their work and what an airplane actually costs. Yassine was so impressed by the technology in the planes that after this day he no longer wants to work for the arrest team, but will become a pilot. He was cordially invited by Michiel, Petra and Dirk to apply for a job at Transavia after obtaining his diploma. Yassine was so impressed by the technology in the aircraft that after this day he no longer wants to work for the arrest team, but becomes a pilot. will become.

'A child in the boss's chair for a day kills two birds with one stone: refreshing ideas for our organization and an unforgettable experience for a child,' says Michiel van Boven. 'It surprised me how much children know and have a clear opinion about what they want. These guys asked the right questions, thought along and were genuinely interested in who we are and what we do. I am convinced that Yassine and Younes will get there.'

JINC Boss of Tomorrow will be held for the sixth time this year. Children and bosses from Amsterdam, Arnhem, Breda, Flevoland, Groningen, Haaglanden, Kennemerland, Leeuwarden, Leiden, East Brabant, Rotterdam-Rijnmond, Tilburg, Utrecht, Zaanstad and South Limburg are participating.