Chair and two members (with financial and legal/HR backgrounds) of the Supervisory Board

Supervisory Board

SPIN’s Supervisory Board plays an essential role in overseeing the board’s policies and the general affairs of the foundation. The board consists of six members and is responsible for ensuring the organization’s mission and vision are upheld. The SB serves as a sounding board for the executive director and ensures the right balance between oversight and advice. Vacancies will soon be available for the role of chair and two members, with specific areas of expertise in finance and legal/HR matters. For all positions, you must be socially engaged and have an affinity for social work, particularly with children’s services and community-based social work.

Profiles

Chair of the Supervisory Board

• Experienced in administrative or supervisory roles.
• Strong in leadership and decision-making.
• Perspectives on social developments, with a particular focus on youth and community spirit.
• Ability to guide and monitor strategic policy.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to serve as an ambassador for SPIN.

Member of the Supervisory Board with responsibility for financial matters

• Administrative and/or executive experience with a strong financial background.
• A strong commitment to the community and dedication to the city of Amsterdam.
• Serving on the audit committee, holding meetings with the auditor.
• Extensive experience with audits, ability to quickly analyze financial figures, and familiarity with funding streams in the social sector.

Member of the Supervisory Board with responsibility for legal and HR matters

• Background in legal affairs or human resources, preferably within the nonprofit sector.
• Knowledge of labor law and organizational policy.
• Experience in human resources management and organizational development.
• Able to identify legal and HR risks and contribute ideas regarding development and innovation.

Desired Skills

• Big-picture perspective: The ability to understand and analyze complex situations and processes.
• Independence: Free from conflicts of interest, capable of forming objective judgments.
• Innovative: Open to and actively contributing to innovation and improvement.
• Forward-looking: Focused on anticipating and shaping future developments within the sector.
• Collaborative: Ability to work effectively within a team of supervisors and with the board, while maintaining an independent and critical stance.

Diversity and Social Innovation

In addition to the general qualifications required of members of the supervisory board, we place a strong emphasis on diversity when recruiting and selecting candidates for both positions. Diversity refers to the mix of differences among people, including demographic aspects (age, religion, gender, sexual diversity, culture), physical abilities, personality traits, educational background, fields of expertise, and organizational culture. This diversity is also reflected in the capacity for social innovation, connecting different worlds and bringing new perspectives to the board.

We offer

Challenging supervisory roles at a socially valued organization in the social sector that is essential to Amsterdam North. The developments and innovations offer opportunities and possibilities. Gradually, the Supervisory Board will be completely replaced. This is a unique opportunity to assemble a new team of supervisors. There is a collegial and egalitarian atmosphere within the board, with open communication between the members and the executive board. The Supervisory Board meets with the executive director 4–5 times a year. This position is remunerated.

Are you excited?

The SPIN Foundation is being assisted in this process by the executive search firm Colourful People. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter (both in PDF format). no later than May 16 to upload via the application form on the Colourful People website.
If you have any questions, please contact Hatice Türkmen, senior partner at Colourful People, at 06 46 08 12 32. The preliminary interviews will take place on May 23, 26, and 28 (via an online meeting). The final interviews are scheduled for June 13 and 16.