Member of the Supervisory Board
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Do you have an interest in heritage? Do you keep an eye on societal developments in the fields of museums, heritage, and volunteerism? And do you see opportunities for Erfgoed Gelderland to fulfill its social role in this context? Do you have current provincial and/or national networks? And would you like to serve as a sparring partner for the directors of Erfgoed Gelderland, working alongside your fellow supervisory board members? If so, join the supervisory board of Erfgoed Gelderland.
We believe it is important that you:
- have a vision for the role of heritage organizations in society
- have knowledge of how the provincial heritage sector relates to national developments regarding heritage centers, or would like to learn more about this
- can think creatively and flexibly alongside the management team
- have an understanding of both social and commercial organizations
- are open to new developments
- have a bird's-eye view
- are honest, credible, and reliable
- do not have any conflicts of interest that would prevent you from performing this role
- have a good understanding of political, administrative, and social dynamics
- would like to serve on the audit committee
Team Profile
As members of the supervisory board, we draw on our own expertise to act in the best interests of the organization. In doing so, we combine our specific expertise with an understanding of and sensitivity to the interests of Erfgoed Gelderland, as well as its social and political context. Collaboration among board members is essential.
Diversity
Just like our society, we as a board of trustees want to be diverse and inclusive. Based on your background, what do you think you can contribute to our board of trustees and Erfgoed Gelderland? We’re thinking of your own cultural or religious background, age, special talents, or expertise.
Terms and Conditions
The position is appointed for a term of at least four years. The annual compensation is €1,800.
About Erfgoed Gelderland
Erfgoed Gelderland supports the heritage sector in Gelderland in the sustainable management of collections and in sharing stories about heritage. We encourage collaboration and aim to contribute to a sustainable and inclusive heritage sector.
Erfgoed Gelderland consists of both a cooperative with approximately 250 members and a foundation that acts as the cooperative’s administrative office. The foundation operates on behalf of the province of Gelderland. The majority of its budget consists of provincial subsidies. The Erfgoed Gelderland foundation and cooperative share a joint supervisory board and board of directors. The province of Gelderland and the members of the cooperative are the primary stakeholders.
The foundation has approximately 18 employees, who together represent about 14 full-time equivalents. Erfgoed Gelderland is led by a board of directors, which consists of the executive director and the director of operations. The supervisory board serves as the approving and reviewing body. The supervisory board has a maximum of five members and meets an average of four times a year. Members of the supervisory board are not appointed as employees. They receive a volunteer allowance and reimbursement for travel expenses. Erfgoed Gelderland adheres to the Cultural Governance Code and operates in accordance with the WBTR.
Information
Please send your cover letter by Monday, January 8, 2024, to sollicitaties@erfgoedgelderland.nl. Interviews will take place on Tuesday afternoon, January 16, or Thursday afternoon, January 18. For more information, please contact Managing Director Marc Wingens. He can be reached at 06 55155412 or m.wingens@erfgoedgelderland.nl. Alternatively, you may contact the chair of the compensation committee, Chantal Hakbijl (06-46417885 or hakbijl@gmail.com).
