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For the Supervisory Board of Free Press Unlimited, we are looking for a new member.

Who we are

Free Press Unlimited’s mission is to ensure that independent news and independent information are available and remain accessible to everyone, especially to people living in countries where (press) freedom is absent or restricted. By supporting local media professionals and journalists, Free Press Unlimited helps ensure that people have continued access to the information they need to survive and to develop. Free Press Unlimited aims to create and expand freedom of expression by promoting press freedom and media diversity.

Profile of the Supervisory Board

The purpose of the Supervisory Board of Free Press Unlimited is to supervise the achievement of the organisation’s objectives at a strategic and policy level. This includes oversight of project implementation, the mission, leadership and governance (with specific attention to the Executive Director), the quality aspects of the Foundation, partner satisfaction, staff satisfaction, as well as funding and financial management.

Composition and expertise of the Supervisory Board

The Supervisory Board of Free Press Unlimited is seeking a new member who will maintain direct contact with the Works Council and who will join the Supervisory Board on the nomination of the Works Council. We are looking for a candidate with the following competencies:

Experience in human resources management, including knowledge of Dutch labour law and the Dutch Works Councils Act (Wet op de ondernemingsraden);
Academic level of working and thinking;
Board-level and/or supervisory experience within non-profit or social organisations;
Affinity with independent media, journalism and the mission of the Foundation;
Insight into the requirements that quality, effectiveness and continuity place on an organisation such as Free Press Unlimited;
A strong sense of social responsibility;
A proactive attitude: actively seeks information, asks critical questions and maintains relevant networks;
An experienced people manager.

What we offer

Members of the Supervisory Board are appointed for a term of five years, with the possibility of reappointment for a further five-year term. The Supervisory Board meets three to four times per year in Amsterdam. In addition, other meetings or gatherings may take place, depending on committee membership (FAC). The position is unpaid.

The procedure

Interested candidates are invited to submit a brief motivation letter, including a current CV, to Paul Hofstra (paulhofstra@outlook.com) no later than 24 January 2026. For further information, candidates may contact the Executive Director, Ruth Kronenburg (kronenburg@freepressunlimited.org).

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.