Member of the Supervisory Board

Due to the departure of a member of the Board of Trustees, we are seeking candidates with a broad professional and/or social background and an affinity for the arts and culture sector.
This means we are looking for candidates who:

• Have administrative experience,
• Having a clear understanding of societal developments that also affect Museum Het Valkhof,
• Being able to contribute to the supervisory role from one’s own perspective,
• Have experience with the new target audiences the museum is focusing on,
• The ability to work well with others,
• Endorse the various codes of good governance that exist.

You enjoy discussing the future of museum policy and the social developments that influence it.

General competencies and skills:

• General administrative skills;
• Strategic thinking;
• An entrepreneurial mindset with an understanding of the context in which the museum operates;
• An affinity for managing an organization and the dynamics involved;
• A sense of social responsibility and an independent mindset;
• A proper balance between involvement and administrative detachment; the ability and willingness to support the director by offering advice and serving as a sounding board, and to evaluate the policies of Museum het Valkhof and the director’s performance;
• The ability to provide guidance and oversight as part of a team;
• Able to contribute to the council in an inspiring manner, with a focus on collaboration and connection, while still offering constructive criticism without jeopardizing the relationship;
• A bird's-eye view and a holistic perspective;
• (Cultural) diversity.

Naturally, there must be no conflict of interest, whether substantive or personal.
Given the current composition of the board, bringing in younger members is a key priority. In addition, candidates with a bicultural background are warmly encouraged to apply.

The Supervisory Board

The Supervisory Board is the body that, in line with recent developments in corporate governance, oversees and acts as the employer of the CEO. It also reviews decision-making and provides both solicited and unsolicited advice to the CEO. It serves as a sounding board for the CEO and, where required by the articles of incorporation or bylaws, approves decisions. The Board serves as an ambassador both internally and externally, acting as an advocate and being accountable to the outside world. Currently, the Board consists of five members.

Availability:
The Supervisory Board meets 5–6 times a year. There are one or more working visits and/or meetings each year. In addition, there are two committees: the Compensation Committee and the Audit Committee. An allowance is available, equal to the maximum volunteer allowance.

The Valkhof Museum

Museum Het Valkhof connects themes from the classical world with the near future—and vice versa. Major, universal themes with particular relevance to our own surroundings and local community serve as the starting point. In this way, the museum consistently tells a story that transcends the local and appeals to people from all over the world: “globally relevant and locally significant.” Museum Het Valkhof is a museum of art and history that takes pride in its collections and its roots in Gelderland. It is precisely the combination of archaeology, ancient, and contemporary art that makes us unique. An enthusiastic team of approximately 40 permanent staff members and 100 volunteers and freelancers creates an engaging program for all generations each year. We do this in an iconic building, designed by Ben van Berkel, right in the historic heart of Nijmegen. The nearby Museum Kam serves as our information and research center for Gelderland archaeology. Here, the museum manages the provincial repository for archaeological finds. Museum Het Valkhof is undergoing a transformation and shifting its focus. In the coming years, its buildings will undergo extensive renovations. Public spaces and facilities, such as the gift shop and café, will function more effectively, and a visible connection to the city center will be established.

Mission

The Valkhof Museum aims to help visitors experience what has defined humanity for centuries. We do this by offering contemporary perspectives on universal aspects of our existence: our motivations, doubts, emotions, and talents.

Procedure

Museum Het Valkhof is being assisted in this process by the executive search firm Colourful People. For more information about the position and the process, please contact Hatice Türkmen, a partner at Colourful People (06-46081232).

Schedule

If you're interested, please respond by September 23 by clicking the "Apply" button.
The preliminary interviews are scheduled for September 27 and 28. The final interviews at Museum Het Valkhof are scheduled for October 7.