The Gooise Scholen Federatie (GSF) promises:“Really great education.” “Really great education” looks different for every student, every school, every teacher, and every context. However, it is based on a few core principles: The GSF puts its students first, finds the right fit for every student, and focuses on development.
Due to the expiration of one of the board members’ terms, there is an opening for a new board member with a background in HRM and Organizational Development. The GSF is seeking a collaborative board member with a broad perspective on social developments and their impact on educational and strategic development.
The Gooise Scholen Federatie (GSF) consists of nine secondary schools in the Gooi and Vecht region, namely: Bussum, Hilversum, Huizen, Laren, and Weesp. Each school has its own unique character, yet they are united by a shared mission and core values. The federation serves 7,100 students and provides education for vocational training, ISK, VMBO, HAVO, and VWO with 1,050 employees (over 700 FTE).
Qualifications for the Supervisory Board member with an Organization & Quality profile
The supervisor we are looking for has:
- Experience in HRM and organizational development, preferably in a complex or rapidly changing organizational context.
- A commitment to oversight, with a clear understanding of the division of roles between oversight and management and a strong sense of governance.
- Strategic thinking from a societal perspective, with a focus on the impact on education, staff, and the surrounding community.
- Expertise in the areas of compensation and labor relations, including experience with compensation, performance evaluation systems, and best practices in employment.
- A relevant professional and regional network in the Gooi and Vecht region, and preferably someone who lives or works there.
We are looking for the following personal qualities:
- Wise and decisive: asks the right questions and identifies issues that are (still) hidden beneath the surface.
- Committed and independent: willing to take a stand without losing sight of the bigger picture.
- Unifying and reflective: contributes to effective collaboration within the council and with the board.
We particularly welcome candidates who, based on their personal or professional experience, can contribute to greater diversity on the board. Giventhe board’s current composition, preference will be given to a woman.
General Information and Management Philosophy
The Gooise Scholen Federatie provides education based on general special principles. Its goal is to provide forward-looking education that thoroughly prepares students for higher education or the workforce and for active participation in society. Each school is led by a principal. The Board of Directors (CvB) bears ultimate responsibility for the operations of the foundation. The two directors have divided the portfolios. The federation’s schools are supported by the Knowledge, Inspiration, and Expertise Network (KIEN), which houses the administrative departments. The organization is based on the principles of shared leadership and management based on trust. They promise students a damn good education; always focusing on the student first, and only then on the rules. They are building a professional community in which teachers, support staff, and administrators are given control over their contributions.The Supervisory Board consists of five members. It oversees the Gooise Scholen Federatie and its schools, as well as their engagement with the community (the social mission). In addition, the Board acts as the employer and “critical friend” of the directors. A description of each member’s duties is outlined in the articles of incorporation, the board regulations, and the internal oversight regulations, which can be viewed on the website. For information about the organization and the annual report, please refer to:GSF organization
Commitment and expectations
The Board of Trustees meets an average of five times a year, conducts a self-evaluation and a management meeting once a year, and organizes an annual thematic meeting in collaboration with the Parent-Teacher Association. In addition, members conduct working visits to schools twice a year. The time commitment averages approximately ten hours per month. In consultation, depending on preferences and competencies, it is determined which committee(s) the members will serve on. The three committees are the Finance Committee, the Education & Quality Committee, and the Compensation Committee.
Compensation
Remuneration is determined in accordance with the Supervisory Board’s compensation policy. The remuneration is based on the standards set by the VTOI-NVTK. In addition, the Senior Executives’ Remuneration Act is observed. For this role, this amounts to 14,973 euros per year.
