eleonore horikx

projectleider online technology at nationale postcode loterij & vriendenloterij

about

the nationale postcode loterij and vriendenloterij have been part of my life for several years. i started out in customer service while i was studying history at the university of amsterdam. currently i work as a project lead for our online campaign team, overseeing the development of the lotteries’ campaign websites.

working in tech suits me well. i thrive on providing structure – a valuable asset in my role. structured processes not only enhance efficiency but also contribute to a stable it environment, ensuring things run smoothly and minimising disruptions. i also really enjoy dealing with technical challenges. last year i trained to become a product owner, which i hope will be the next step in my professional journey.

what or who inspired you to pursue your chosen career?

i never had a clearly defined career path in mind. after i’d shown interest a vacancy, anne de bie, head of analytics and also part of this campaign, approached me. she asked me about my interests – a blend of technical and creative aspects. then, she proposed the role of project lead for the campaign team, encompassing both elements.

anne recognised my potential and gave me the opportunity to explore this new role. a shining example women supporting women.

nationale postcode loterij & vriendenloterij

the digital landscape is evolving rapidly, and in the coming years a wealth of talent will be required to navigate these changes. women remain underrepresented in the tech and analytics fields. often, women do not consider these areas when choosing their studies, and they are less likely than men to apply for tech job openings later. although we maintain a good gender balance in our organisation overall, we observe this trend as well. this is unfortunate, as the field offers numerous career opportunities. additionally, diversity in teams is crucial: diverse teams perform better, foster more innovation, and contribute to a more inclusive culture. fortunately, we have highly enthusiastic and ambitious female tech team members at the lotteries. we believe sharing their stories more widely will make a difference. and we hope this role model campaign will inspire more women to pursue careers in tech, and we cordially invite them to come and work with us in a tech role.