Member of the Supervisory Board

A New Approach to Oversight

The role of supervisory board members has changed fundamentally in recent years. They are now held far more accountable for the quality of an organization’s strategy and leadership. In addition, board members and supervisors are held accountable for their own performance and that of the entire Board of Supervisors. Beyond comprehensive oversight of finances, the quality of services, and the active fulfillment of the employer’s role, internal oversight requires a strong moral compass. The new-style supervisor is closely involved in the organization’s activities and contributes specific experience and expertise.

Supervisory Board Profile

The guiding principle for the profile of the members of the Supervisory Board is that the members should complement one another. For comprehensive decision-making, members are needed who possess a broad perspective and, in addition, have a specific point of view or area of focus. The composition of the Board of Trustees is structured in such a way that there is a strong mutual relationship of trust, so that the Board can act as a team and all members can operate independently and critically toward one another and any other interests. Each member of the Supervisory Board is expected to be able to assess the broad outlines of VIA ZUID’s overall policy.

General Profile

• An affinity with VIA ZUID’s mission and social role.
• General administrative skills and experience.
• The ability and willingness to support the management team by offering advice and serving as a sounding board.
• The ability to evaluate VIA ZUID’s policies and the performance of its management.
• The ability to provide guidance and oversight as part of a team.
• An understanding of the requirements that quality, efficiency, and continuity place on the foundation.
• The ability to monitor the organization from a distance while also providing close guidance.
• Sufficient availability to meet at least four times a year and to be available in between meetings for consultation or advice.
• Have a relevant administrative/political network.

General competencies and personal qualities

• Integrity, a sense of responsibility, and an independent mindset.
• Exceptional empathy.
• Strong in dialogue.
• Committed to social and personal causes.
• Fresh and innovative.
• An open and constructively critical attitude.

Specific Profile for the Member

VIA ZUID is seeking someone with a background in politics or public administration who has a good understanding of current practices within the performing arts sector. The Supervisory Board strives for diversity in the broadest sense, including in terms of gender, age, cultural background, and specific expertise. Given the current composition of the Board of Trustees and the desire to be there for everyone, the Board of Trustees strives for the most diverse composition possible. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and cultures are warmly invited to apply.

What does the position offer?

• Keeping up with the latest developments in the performing arts from new, innovative artists;
• The opportunity to contribute to and receive support for:
• research on the arts sector and cultural policy,
• expanding the arts into other fields, such as healthcare and society,
• improvements in the arts sector, such as the guidelines for artists' fees;
• Working as part of an enthusiastic team dedicated to the common good;
• Contributing ideas regarding the foundation’s mission and vision;
• Engaging in current discussions on local and national cultural policy+
• Actively working to promote solidarity and the social relevance of the performing arts.

Time commitment and compensation

The board meets an average of five times a year at various locations in Limburg or online. This is an unpaid position. Travel expenses are reimbursed.

Application deadline: November 15, 2024

For more information about the position, please contact the Chair of the Supervisory Board, Marie-Claire Defauwes, at 06-41378889, or Executive Director Ton Driessen at 06-11267977.

Please send your application to ton@viazuid.com.