Gert Jan Kerssies

Gert Jan Kerssies is a seasoned professional in spatial planning and legal policy advisory, currently serving as Juridisch beleidsadviseur ruimtelijke ontwikkeling at Gemeente Noordoostpolder since October 2022. In this role, Gert Jan Kerssies oversees various zoning plans and ensures the municipality meets the digital requirements of the Omgevingswet (Environmental Planning Act). Previously, Gert Jan Kerssies worked at Gemeente De Ronde Venen as a Beleidsadviseur Ruimtelijke Ordening, and prior to that, served in several positions within spatial planning and administrative roles at Maandag®, Kadaster, and Gemeente Urk. Gert Jan Kerssies holds a Master’s degree in Planologie from the University of Amsterdam and a drs. in Internationale Economie en Economische Geografie from Utrecht University.