Two members of the Supervisory Board

About the St. Joseph Schools Foundation

The St. Joseph Schools Foundation is a vibrant and

a socially engaged Catholic educational organization in Nijmegen and

environment. The foundation oversees fourteen elementary schools.

Together, they provide education to more than 3,900 students. What these schools

is a shared educational vision in which learning, development, and

focus on working together. Employees operate on the basis of trust and ownership

and a sense of connection with their students, colleagues, and the community.

The mission of Sint Joseph Schools is clear and guiding: “Through inspiring

Through modern education, we provide children with the best possible opportunities for development. We are committed to

build on their knowledge and skills so that they can develop in a well-rounded way,

gain self-awareness and develop resilience. We encourage a curious and open

attitude. This is how we guide children in their development toward

critically minded, democratic citizens and prepare them as best we can for their

contribution to tomorrow’s society, in a rapidly changing world and

"is often unpredictable."

The foundation is deeply rooted in the region and operates based on the conviction

that quality education starts with passionate professionals. We are actively

invested in collaboration, professional development, and sustainable growth.

At the same time, innovation, inclusivity, and social impact

key concepts in the roadmap that has been laid out. These include room for

educational reform, partnerships with community organizations, a focus on

equal opportunity and modern learning environments. The coming years will be marked by

a sign of improved educational quality, innovation, and appeal

employer. Under the motto “learning with purpose,” the foundation works in a goal-oriented manner

to meaningful and forward-looking education that prepares children for a

a changing world.

The foundation is led by a single-member Board of Directors,

which is fully responsible for the quality of education, the

operations and the strategic development of the organization. The

The director works closely with school principals, staff, and other internal

bodies such as the Joint Participation Council (GMR), and together form

together with them, a learning and reflective organization. Oversight and a sounding board are

provided by an independent Supervisory Board, which, through its commitment and expertise

and social orientation oversees the functioning of the

the board and the organization's direction. Within this governance model, roles

and responsibilities clearly defined, in accordance with the Funderen Education Code.

Composition and Procedures of the Council

Supervisory

The Supervisory Board of the St. Joseph Schools Foundation consists of dedicated and

complementary members who together discuss direction, quality, and social

responsibility. The board values cooperation, open dialogue, and

joint reflection on the social mission of education. We

We are looking for people who are curious, open-minded, and sensitive in their interactions, and who have a sharp mind

in the dialogue, but always with respect for other perspectives and roles. People

who draw their energy from working together as a team, and who derive their authority from

their perspective, experience, and way of interacting—driven by trust,

attention to detail and an understanding of context. In connection with the mandatory retirement of

With two members reaching the end of their terms, we are looking for two

new members for the Supervisory Board.

1.

Member of the Supervisory Board – Financial Profile /

Chair of the Audit Committee

A vacancy has opened up on the Supervisory Board

for a new member with a strong financial background. We are looking for a

a supervisor with authority, strong analytical skills, and up-to-date knowledge of

financial management, risk management, and governance. Someone who is capable of

to contribute strategic insights on budgetary issues,

long-term projections, the decentralization of housing, and the allocation of resources

in terms of quality and innovation. You are able to, based on the

audit perspective to act in both a supervisory and an advisory capacity and believes that

It goes without saying that, as a senior sparring partner, one should act as a

director.

You have extensive experience in a

a senior financial role, such as CFO or certified public accountant

or Director of Operations. Experience in supervision is a plus, as is

an affinity for elementary education or a related social sector.

You take a broad view of the organization’s financial sustainability,

but you’re also on the lookout for opportunities to strengthen and innovate. You are

constructively critical, substantively incisive, and contributes to a Council that

provides cohesive and professional oversight.

2.

Member of the Supervisory Board – Broad and forward-looking

perspective on social development

For the second profile, we are looking for a

a regulator who can contribute ideas from a broad and forward-looking perspective on

the social mission of our education system. Someone who understands the

complex and ever-changing society and the strategic challenges of

what this era may signify—think of digitization, equal opportunity, diversity,

sustainability and changing social structures. Not based on abstract trends,

but from a perspective that takes into account what this means for children,

education professionals and school organizations.

We are looking for a supervisor who dares to think creatively and outside the box, and who

discuss this topic in an open and reflective manner. You have an affinity for

are passionate about learning and development and feel at home in an environment where collaboration,

social relevance and pedagogical awareness come together. You bring

experience in areas such as social innovation, technology,

the government or the private sector. In particular, we are open to someone

someone from outside the education sector—someone who can enrich our thinking with

insights and experiences from a different social context.

What we expect from you as

Regulator?

We expect each member of the Supervisory Board to possess a combination of

relevant experience and personal qualities. In addition, we are looking for

In addition to the specific profiles, we also look for the following attitudes and competencies:

• Curiosity and an open,

  contemplative attitude

• Sensitivity to

  social, administrative, and human relationships

• Ability to combine sharpness

  with respect in the conversation

• Ability to reflect and a sense of

  the bigger picture, beyond one's own perspective

• Team spirit and a willingness to

  to share responsibility

• Commitment to good governance,

  Public accountability and the role of education

• A vision for effective oversight and governance, and the ability to act in accordance with one’s role

  to act

• An appreciation for the importance of an open, constructive, and role-appropriate

  relationship with the GMR

• Commitment to or connection with the

  Living in the Nijmegen area is a plus

• Of course, you endorse the 2024–2028 Strategic Plan

Specifically regarding the financial profile: Extensive experience in financial and economic decision-making in

strategic level

• Extensive experience in financial and economic decision-making regarding

  strategic level

• Knowledge of auditing, internal control, and risk management
• Understanding the dynamics of civil society organizations

Specifically for the future-oriented profile:

• Understanding the complexity and

  challenges facing today's society

• An interest in social issues

  development, youth, and education

• Experience with

  organizational development, technology, or social innovation

Interested?

Are you ready to

to contribute, as a regulator, to meaningful education in the region

Nijmegen? We’d love to talk to you. St. Joseph Schools Foundation

is being guided through this process by Colourful People. If you are interested, please contact

We invite you to contact René Burgler, a partner at

Colourful People, via r.burgler@colourfulpeople.nl or 06 2857 5436.

In a one-on-one conversation, we’ll explore your

motivation and background. Three questions are central to this: what appeals to you

is most involved in supervising a large group of elementary schools such as Sint

Joseph Schools, what do you see as the essence of effective and forward-looking oversight in

education, and how could you, given your background, be of value to

the Supervisory Board?

The St. Joseph Schools Foundation is committed to

diversity in perspective, background, and experience. We welcome

We are specifically looking for candidates who identify with this and possess the

qualities, motivation, and the ability to perform this role with conviction

fulfill. In selecting the members of the Board, we strive for a balanced and

a diverse group of supervisors, representing a variety of perspectives,

where different backgrounds and experiences come together.

The preliminary interviews will take place at the

the last weeks of August, the interviews with candidates, and the

The selection committee meetings will take place on September 9 and 10, starting at 5:00 p.m. The

The final appointment will be made by the Supervisory Board at its meeting on

September 23.