Chair of the Executive Board

The Company is seeking a Chair of the Executive Board to serve as its internal and external figurehead and help lead its strategic direction. The Chair will guide policy and decision-making, foster collaboration across the organization, and work with fellow board members to deliver the institution’s strategy for education, research, and operations. Key responsibilities include leading development of the next institutional plan, strengthening external relationships, and advancing priorities such as inclusion, internationalization, lifelong learning, and responsible use of emerging technologies. The role also requires constructive engagement with oversight and participation bodies and building partnerships that support the organization’s public mission. Candidates must hold at least a master’s degree and bring substantial senior leadership experience in the public domain, preferably in education and research, with a record of inspiring, connecting, and results-oriented leadership. They should understand students, professional education, and the wider societal and political context, and be skilled at leading professionals, engaging stakeholders, and building national and international networks. Strong strategic judgment, decisiveness, communication, listening, and relationship-building skills are essential, along with a commitment to inclusive and ethical leadership. Professional proficiency in Dutch and English is required.