Both ENDS works toward the transition to a sustainable, social, and just world, together with partner organizations in international networks that drive systemic change. Both ENDS initiates and facilitates policy discussions among policymakers, our partner organizations, and activists who are confronted with the consequences of international and Dutch trade policy, financing, and climate policy. Our equal partnership with partner organizations is characterized by joint strategy development and research, information and knowledge sharing, and coordination in fundraising and policy advocacy.

Both ENDS is a professional, internationally active organization working toward the transition to a sustainable, social, and just world.
Both ENDS is seeking a Chair of the Supervisory Board.

Both ENDS is looking for a:

Chair of the Supervisory Board

The organization has an independent Supervisory Board, which oversees, among other things, the organization’s strategic development, financial health, integrity, and effectiveness. The implementation of policy and day-to-day operations is delegated to the Board of Directors. The Supervisory Board has the authority to make decisions on various aspects of strategic policy and acts as the employer of the Board of Directors. The Supervisory Board appoints the Board of Directors and evaluates its performance. The Supervisory Board consists of six members from academia, the business community, politics, and the public sector.

Profile

You share the belief that civil society organizations make a crucial contribution to local and global sustainable development.
You have a keen understanding of the international economic landscape and are familiar with the dilemmas that characterize the transition to a sustainable society—both within the Netherlands itself and in the relationships between our open trading economy and countries in the Global South.
You have the administrative experience needed to lead a Board of Supervisors efficiently and effectively and to effectively oversee a self-organizing, internationally oriented organization.
You challenge the organization and help bring Both ENDS' ambitions to fruition.
You are an ambassador for the organization and help it gain access to your networks.

The position is unpaid and requires a time commitment of at least 8 working days per year. Expenses will be reimbursed.

We value diverse backgrounds and cultures within our organization and would like to see them reflected in our team. Candidates whose backgrounds enhance the diversity of our team are therefore especially encouraged to apply.

Procedure

If you are interested in this position, please contact Danielle Hirsch, Director of Both ENDS, by August 31, 2023. The timeline for the selection process is set to conclude on October 1, 2023. The Board will make the appointment at its meeting in October 2023.