Female Ventures is a non-profit foundation dedicated to empowering women in their professional journeys. We provide knowledge, inspiration, and networking opportunities through a blend of diverse events, an engaging online and offline community, and a professional mentorship program. Since our establishment in 2016, we’ve grown to over 1,400 members across five cities in The Netherlands, driven entirely by the dedication of 40+ passionate volunteers who share a commitment to female empowerment and Diversity & Inclusion.
We are seeking an enthusiastic new Chairperson to join our Executive Board and help shape the future of Female Ventures.
Qualities
We are looking for individuals who share our mission and bring the following qualities:
- A passion for diversity, gender equality, and inclusion, coupled with a collaborative and positive (non-activist) approach.
- A strong professional network and the ability to connect, engage and leverage it for the growth of Female Ventures.
- An international mindset with cross-cultural experience and a positive, solution-oriented outlook.
- A hands-on attitude and readiness to contribute to the development and scaling of Female Ventures.
- A strategic thinker with the ability to identify opportunities, define priorities, and guide the organization towards its long-term vision.
- Availability to dedicate approximately 2-4 hours per week to board activities for at least 2 years.
- (Preferred) Experienced as board member or chairperson
- (Preferred) Experienced in working in a non-profit environment, in raising funding and building financial partnerships
- (Preferred) Knowledge of the legal framework of a Dutch ‘Stichting’ (non-profit foundation) and its governance is a plus.
Responsibilities
- With a servant leadership style and executive experience, leads and inspires the organization and serves as the final decision-maker.
- Refines the strategic outlook of Female Ventures, understanding it’s position in the market that supports female entrepreneurship and career progression
- Initiates and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, including ecosystem influencers and strategic partners.
- Acts as an ambassador for Female Ventures, representing the foundation at events and presentations.
- Chairs the Executive Board meetings and meetings with Team Directors and the Supervisory Board.
What We Offer
- A unique opportunity to create meaningful, lasting impact on female empowerment and professional diversity in The Netherlands and beyond.
- A dynamic, supportive community of passionate professionals committed to shared goals.
- The ability to influence and shape the strategic direction of a thriving, mission-driven foundation.
- A valuable platform to enhance your leadership skills and personal growth within a non-profit environment.
Excited to join us?
If this opportunity resonates with you and you have an availability of 2 years volunteering for our foundation, please send your motivation letter and CV to supervisoryboard@femaleventures.nl by 5 February 2025. We look forward to welcoming you to our mission to empower women!