Supervisory Board

At Plan International’s Dutch office, we are particularly committed to playing a leading role in Plan International’s strategic ambition to be “locally led and globally connected”: to collaborate with youth advocates on gender equality, to shift decision-making authority to our partners and local offices in the countries where our programs are implemented, and to ensure that Plan International’s community work is appropriate and effective for future generations. In short, to live up to the Pledge for Change (P4C-statements-2.pdf (pledgeforchange2030.org)), of which Plan International is one of the founders.

Our Supervisory Board(RvT) | Plan Nederland (planinternational.nl) | Its mission is critical to achieving these goals. The Board seeks to broaden its perspective and ensure that the voices and insights of young people are also incorporated into the organization’s governance.

To that end, we are seeking two members of the Supervisory Board with the following profile:

• You are passionate about the issues Plan International addresses; a true champion of gender equality and an activist for change
  
• You have relevant work experience in the field of international development and/or humanitarian aid, and preferably have worked and/or lived in one or more of Plan International’s program countries[1].
  
• You demonstrate a clear commitment to the Pledge for Change in your work and in your personal conduct, and you recognize and understand the strategic role and perspective that young people can bring to Plan’s work.
  
• You have a strong understanding of the key trends and challenges in the development and humanitarian aid sector, as well as the evolving roles and responsibilities of the various stakeholders, including those of international NGOs
  
• You understand the role of a supervisory board and are able to serve as a strategic advisor to the director. Previous board experience is a plus, but not required[2].
  
• You are a sharp thinker who understands the complexities of the role and the context in which we operate
  
• You are willing to fulfill all the formal duties of a member of the Supervisory Board, in accordance with the Articles of Association
  
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• You have sufficient availability to perform this role effectively (four in-person 3-hour board meetings per year in Amsterdam[i], plus 1–3 additional optional events/meetings)
  

Plan International strives to be a youth-centered organization. Therefore, talent and passion for the role are more important to us than experience and seniority. We have an onboarding program in place to ensure that new board members can effectively contribute their ideas and expertise and are welcomed into our organization. Optional coaching and/or training for new board members on governance and the role of a supervisory board are also available.

Candidates must be proficient in English. Dutch language skills are not required for this role.

Plan International is an organization that values diversity and where everyone feels welcome and appreciated. We believe in harnessing the power of diversity to achieve the best results. That is why we encourage everyone to apply, regardless of cultural background, gender, age, religion, or sexual orientation.

The safety of children and young adults is of the utmost importance to Plan International. Therefore, Plan does not tolerate any form of abuse. This issue will be addressed during the selection process.

Board members are appointed for a four-year term and may be reappointed once. We are looking for candidates who are willing to make such a long-term commitment.

We value your contribution and talent, and recognize that taking on this role requires a significant time commitment. This is a volunteer position, but a small stipend for attending meetings may be provided, in accordance with ANBI regulations.

Application process:

• We look forward to receiving your cover letter and resume by May 31, 2023. Please send your application to directie.assistent@planinternational.nl. Any questions about the role or the application process can also be directed to this email address.
  
• The first interview will be conducted by the chair (Ms. Anja Montijn) and vice-chair (Ms. Susan Blankhart) of the Supervisory Board. Shortlisted candidates will then meet with the full Supervisory Board and the director.
  
• References may be requested from the final candidate before the appointment is finalized.
  
• During the selection process, the topic of child and youth safety is discussed. This is essential for Plan International; we do not tolerate any form of abuse. Submitting a recent Certificate of Good Conduct (Verklaring Omtrent Gedrag) and obtaining standardized references in accordance with the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme is part of the procedure.
  

[1] Candidates employed by current partners of Plan International in the Netherlands will not be considered, due to potential conflicts of interest.

[2] Plan International offers optional coaching and/or training for new board members on governance and the role of a supervisory board

[i] Travel expenses incurred by train within Europe will be reimbursed.