Business Director

About Via Zuid

Via Zuid is a talent development organization for the performing arts in and based in

Limburg. We support talented emerging artists, such as choreographers,

performers, directors, writers, and interdisciplinary artists

performing artists, on the path to a sustainable professional career. We provide the

the next generation of creators the space for research and development that

allows for versatility, with (artistic) diversity, sustainability, and boldness as

core values. Together with our partners, we are working to create a vibrant

performing arts landscape, focused on sustainable practices and with a keen eye for

public outreach.

Our

creators

We

support a collection of up to fourteen creators full of (artistic)

diversity and a wealth of forms and stories. Our creators set out

from a wide range of disciplines, but the boundaries between those disciplines

pay little attention to. Together with our creators, we continually question the

the relevance of the performing arts in our time and are redefining it.

Projects

and Career Opportunities

This

We support creators in their development for up to four years. In addition, we initiate

Together with our partners, we organize various “labs,” festivals, and other projects to help them

to give them the opportunity to develop their creativity and their own projects, but also to

to provide them with a stage and an audience.

Recognition

and Structural Support

Via

Zuid is a thriving organization, and the quality of our creators and talent development programs

and projects is high. This is also recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science with

resulting in its inclusion in the Basic Infrastructure Plan 2025–2028, in addition to structural

support from the Province of Limburg and the Municipality of Maastricht. Also, the

The municipalities of Heerlen and Sittard-Geleen plan to use Via Zuid in the coming

to continue supporting for years to come.

Work location

and team

We

We have an office in Maastricht, but we mainly work remotely in the

the province of Limburg. The team meets once a week for a full or half day. You will

part of a dedicated team of four people. In addition to the business director, there are

namely: an artistic director, a communications officer, and a production manager.

In our team, everyone’s input is heard and valued.

Diversity

and Inclusivity

We

view diversity as a strength and welcome applications from everyone; and we

We give special consideration to candidates who contribute to diversity of perspectives

within our team. We’re a small team with a big heart for our creators.

We're very curious to see what you can bring to our team.

Ideal

candidate

We

We are looking for an honest, organized, and experienced business executive who

can treat creators and partners as equals and with hospitality, and in

is forging fruitful and strategic partnerships. A

a social leader who oversees the organizational framework and can contribute to the substance of the work

collaborating with the artistic director and the team. A connector who builds partnerships

establishes and maintains with various stakeholders. Someone with a big heart

for the performing arts and a passion for fostering talent within and through

to further promote Limburg. And not to mention: someone who has a

a healthy dose of curiosity about what the next generation has in store

concerns performing artists.

Our new colleague

• develops the business policy and

the written reflection of this in policy and annual plans;

• prepares budgets and is

budget manager for the entire budget;

• ensures a smooth daily routine

organizational tasks such as preparing and chairing meetings;

• is securing additional funding for the

implementation of the talent development plans;

• maintains contact with

grant recipients and other relevant organizations (in consultation with the

(artistic director);

• coaches and advises Via Zuid-makers

in business and organizational matters.

Job Requirements

• You have at least 5 years of relevant

work experience.

• You work accurately and are

proactive.

• You are aware of national

and regional developments within and outside the cultural sector that you

know how to translate this into strategic policy. In addition, you have an eye for spotting

and capitalizing on new opportunities.

• You

communicates effectively and persuasively, both in writing and verbally.

• You

are good with numbers.

• You are well-informed about the

codes (D&I and Governance) and implements them.

Pré

• You

live in Limburg or are planning to move to Limburg.

What do we offer?

• A challenging and varied

a position within a creative, informal, and dynamic organization.

• The position is a 24-hour position

up to 30 hours per week and is classified in pay grade 10 and benefits

terms of employment in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement for Theater and Dance.

• A one-year appointment with

prospect of a permanent position.

• A friendly team and inspiring

encounters with the next generation of performing artists.

Interested?

Have

If you have any questions about this job opening, please feel free to contact Ton Driessen:

ton@viazuid.com / T 06-11267977 and/or visit the website.

Will

Would you like to apply?

Steering wheel

Please send your cover letter and resume by Friday, December 20, 2024, to: info@viazuid.com, with the subject line “job opening”

“business director”.

• The job interviews will

  take place on January 8, 9, or 10.

• The follow-up interviews will take place on the 20th

  or January 21

Are you excited?

Interested in this position, but don't meet all the requirements? No problem! We

believe that motivation and a desire to learn are just as important as

experience. So don’t hesitate to apply.

Acquisition of

Please do not contact us regarding this job opening.