Province of South Holland (Zuid-Holland)

South Holland is a province in the west of the Netherlands on the North Sea coast. Its capital is The Hague, and its largest city is Rotterdam. South Holland is one of the most densely populated and industrialized areas in the world. The province covers 3,308 km² and has a population of 3,804,737, making it the most densely populated and most populous province in the Netherlands.

Together, every South Hollander makes the province. As an organization, we address issues that are too big for the 50 municipalities of South Holland and too small for the national government.

Our mission

Building a strong province. Where everyone can live, work, and thrive. Now and in the future. Where we offer our residents perspective and don't burden future generations with challenges we can already address.

We seek new ways to tackle the challenges we face in South Holland together. We learn by doing, show courage, and aren't afraid to innovate. We utilize everyone's talents and expertise, because sometimes others can do things better. In this way, we demonstrate what is possible when you work together towards that future.

In this way, we strengthen each other and roll up our sleeves together for the best result: a strong and sustainable South Holland. The derived mission of the administrative organization

The administrative organization takes responsibility for enabling the government of the province of South Holland to make well-considered choices and ensures integrated, transparent, and results-oriented implementation, with and for society.

Our vision

We are…

More people live in South Holland than in any other province. We are at the heart of society and are the connecting link between people and their needs. The administrative organization and its elected board professionally connect dreams and actions with a focus on results: an accessible province with a balance between well-being and prosperity. The challenge lies in shaping the living environment, infrastructure, and economy in a sustainable and balanced way. We connect people with their environment and connect desires with space. The dynamism of our province and the complex administrative challenges place high demands on the administrative organization. For this reason, it is essential to leverage our own strengths: our position, our network, and our expertise. Ultimately, we strive for the benefit of the South Holland community. ...for our clients: the supra-regional coordinator of South Holland

We are at the heart of society. We operate from an integrated vision and have built the network and expertise to weigh conflicting interests, make decisions, and connect stakeholders. We involve our clients promptly and proactively in decision-making. Our clients know where to find us as soon as supra-regional interests are affected. Transparency is our guiding principle. Our profile and responsibilities are well-known. At the provincial level, all themes converge seamlessly. This is precisely why the province is the ideal coordinator. A coordinator who identifies, sets the agenda, and is responsible for the sustainable and balanced development of the living environment, infrastructure, economy, and local and regional governance in South Holland.

...for our chain partners: the connector of the Dutch government

As a central government, we are a key link in the government chain. The province has the position and the network to translate European and national policy to the region. We take the lead in establishing collaboration with other government bodies. We explicitly view collaboration and exchange in the public domain as an opportunity.

…for the South Holland government: the executive sparring partner

As a government organization, we use our knowledge and network to present integrated and sustainable choices to the government. This is done in such a way that it is possible to make decisive decisions and carry out the tasks determined by the provincial government in an integrated, results-oriented, transparent, and efficient manner.

…for our employees: the flexible and innovative employer

We give employees the space and opportunities to develop knowledge. The organization is agile and flexible and is able to respond quickly and effectively to the dynamics of the environment. Employees are engaged, results-oriented, and flexible. Only then can they fulfill their role as connectors. Employees don't sit in an ivory tower; they are aware of what's happening and what's going on in South Holland society. They continuously seek improvement, innovation, and sustainable, integrated solutions together with our partners and clients.