Member of the Supervisory Board - financial profile

About the National Glass Museum

The museum was founded in 1953 and is dedicated to the director of the Glass Factory, Petrus Marinus Cochius (1874–1938). It is housed in his former residence. The unique collection, a significant portion of which belongs to the National Collection, consists of Dutch glass from 1850 to the present. The museum organizes exhibitions, activities, and educational programs for a broad and diverse audience.

The glassblowing studio, which has been in operation since 1997, is a center of craftsmanship where the public can experience glassblowing and where artists, designers, and artisans can showcase their work and develop their skills. Workshops are organized in which participants can learn the craft of glassblowing. The glassblowing studio is inextricably linked to the museum because the craft of glassblowing is an important part of Leerdam’s heritage.

The National Glass Museum is dedicated to engaging with the broader community. The institution operates as a network organization within the municipality of Vijfheerenlanden and the Alblasserwaard region. Beyond this area, the museum collaborates with various international glass studios and museums. Through the Glass Academyexchange program, talented young glass artists are giventhe opportunity to develop their skills. The museum targets the business market through events and the production of corporate gifts and decorative art. The National Glass Museum welcomes a total of approximately 60,000 visitors annually across both locations.

The Board of Trustees of the National Glass Museum

The Supervisory Board has the following responsibilities:

• Maintain comprehensive oversight.
• Monitoring the achievement of objectives.
• Approval of the annual reports (annual report and financial statements).
• Approval of the multi-year policy plan.
• Approval of amendment(s) to the articles of incorporation.
• Advising the director/manager.
• Acting as the employer for the director/officer.
• Representation of the foundation.

The Supervisory Board meets six times a year.

Profile of a Supervisory Board Member

We are seeking a candidate with experience in a similar administrative and/or supervisory role—an empathetic team player with a keen sense of political dynamics and decision-making.The candidate should have an affinity for culture and industrial heritage, art and design, and/or the history of Leerdam.In addition, the following general profile characteristics apply to all members of the supervisory board:

• Interested in the cultural sector and the role that culture plays in society.
  
• Understanding the dynamics of public sector organizations.
• Vision encompasses strategy, positioning, financing, collaboration, and cultural entrepreneurship.
• The ability to act in an analytical, critical, and decisive manner when evaluating the foundation’s policies and the performance of the director/executive.
• Committed, yet capable of forming an independent and authentic judgment, and able to strike a good balance between commitment and the necessary objectivity.
• Honest, of impeccable character, responsible, and mindful of potential conflicts of interest.
• Have sufficient time to carry out the duties of the Supervisory Board and be willing to devote that time to them.

Financial / Business Profile

We are looking for a candidate with financial knowledge and a track record of responsibility in business and finance. A degree in economics and/or business administration is preferred for this position. You have an affinity with, and experience in, one or more of the following areas: nonprofit organizations, culture, (industrial) heritage, art, and design—not only in terms of content but also from a business perspective. You have a network that adds value to the National Glass Museum. You operate at a strategic level in your daily work and understand governance relationships. You have a clear understanding of current developments within the sector and, based on this, can critically evaluate and assess the National Glass Museum’s policy development and, in particular, its financial position in broad terms. Furthermore, you possess strong communication skills, are self-reflective, and are a team player.

Procedure

Are you interested? Please send us your cover letter and resume by January 8, 2024. You can email them to the Chair of the Supervisory Board, Tijs van Ruiten (tijsvanruiten@gmail.com). Do you have any questions? Please contact Tijs van Ruiten at 06-54 95 33 85.

Schedule

A committee from the Supervisory Board will conduct the selection interviews. Dates for these interviews will be scheduled in consultation with potential candidates. The process is aimed at recommending the appointment of the new supervisor effective February 1, 2024. The goal is to achieve a balanced mix of backgrounds, experiences, and qualities.