Member of the Supervisory Board with a focus on Creative Entrepreneurship

Co-creation and participation are central to our collaborations, and we therefore work on the basis of equality. Together with our partners, we build connections and share our knowledge. Through this initiative, the museum assumes its role as a network organization within the urban ecosystem, as well as at the national and international levels.

The Amsterdam Museum is listed as an A-bis institution in the City of Amsterdam’s Arts Plan. Together with the City of Amsterdam, the Amsterdam Museum is preparing for the renovation of the museum building on Kalverstraat (Burgerweeshuis). As a result, the Amsterdam Museum has temporarily relocated its exhibitions to the Hermitage building on the Amstel and its offices to Herengracht.

Supervisory Board

The Amsterdam Museum is a foundation led by an executive director. The Supervisory Board provides the board of directors with advice and support, oversees the broad outlines of policy, strategy, and finances, and acts as the employer for the executive director.

Specific areas of expertise of the new Supervisory Board member

• Works in the creative industry (e.g., media, advertising, design, film, fashion, architecture, or music).
  
• Is innovative and has an entrepreneurial spirit.
  
• Brings a unique perspective and background to the diversity of voices on the Supervisory Board.
  
• Thinks proactively about opportunities without losing a critical perspective.
  
• Understands the context of a cultural organization where creative entrepreneurship is essential for innovation.
  
• Has knowledge of digital and social media.
  
• Has expertise in storytelling or creative fields. Preferably also with media other than museum objects.
  
• Has an understanding of the Amsterdam Museum’s stakeholder community and potential partners, or is willing to gain this understanding.
  
• Has knowledge of the political and administrative environment in which the Amsterdam Museum operates, or is willing to acquire such knowledge.
  
• The museum offers relevant training to new members who lack supervisory or administrative experience.

All members of the Supervisory Board possess the following competencies and skills:

• Environmental awareness;
  
• Independent and critical of the other board members and the CEO;
  
• Supervisory and/or administrative experience. Or a willingness to complete a training program offered by the museum;
  
• An affinity with the cultural sector and the Amsterdam Museum’s field of activity;
  
• Identifies with the museum’s core values, mission, and vision;
  
• To appropriately monitor and promote the policies of the executive director and the general conduct of the foundation’s affairs;
  
• To advise and assist the managing director;
  
• Social responsibility;
  
• Has relevant networks.
  

Appointment

Members are appointed for a term of four years and may subsequently be appointed for a second and final term of four years. Appointments are approved by the Municipal Executive of the City of Amsterdam.

Meetings

The Amsterdam Museum’s Board of Trustees meets as often as necessary and at least four times a year.

Compensation

This is an unpaid position. However, members are eligible for a set volunteer stipend. Members of the Board also receive free admission to all exhibitions and public programs at the Amsterdam Museum, and are regularly invited to openings and other special events.

Procedure

Are you interested in this position and do you meet the required qualifications? If so, please apply by answering the questions below and sending your resume no later than Thursday, July 6, to po@amsterdammuseum.nl, with the subject line “Supervisory Board Member Job Opening.”

Questions (max. 500 words per question)

1. Why do you want to serve on the Amsterdam Museum’s Board of Trustees?
   
2. Can you explain how your profile aligns with the needs of the Supervisory Board? Please provide examples of your background and professional networks.
   
3. What do you think you can contribute to the Supervisory Board and the Amsterdam Museum, and in what way?
   

Interviews with candidates will be conducted by a selection committee chaired by the Chair of the Supervisory Board, Dr. Jurenne Hooi. The first round of interviews will take place on Thursday, July 13, 2023, starting at 2:30 p.m. (subject to change) at the Amsterdam Museum office located at Herengracht 603.

Diversity

The Amsterdam Museum endorses the Code of Cultural Diversity and is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organization. In selecting members for the Supervisory Board, the Museum ensures a balanced mix of expertise and social engagement among its members.

The Supervisory Board also strives to ensure greater diversity in terms of age, gender, and ethnic background when selecting its members. The museum believes it is important to reflect the city and represent the diverse perspectives found in Amsterdam. Given the current composition of the Board, interested individuals with an immigrant background are strongly encouraged to apply.