Open OTC Board Position: Secretary

Voluntary board position based in Amsterdam · 4 meetings per year · Apply by 9 September 2026

Orange Theatre Company is seeking a Board Secretary who possesses a strong understanding of good governance and a passion for theatre. In this role, you will assist our Board in functioning effectively, with a focus on future growth. You will work alongside our newly appointed Chair, Matthijs Bakker, and Treasurer, Sara Jane Viereck, succeeding the current Secretary, Jeanette Hamster, as we strategically expand our Board to five members in the coming six months.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and continuity of OTC's governance by collaborating with the chair, treasurer, and management team, while maintaining a clear boundary from daily operations.
• Prepare agendas for quarterly board meetings, ensuring timely access to relevant information for informed decision-making.
• Document board decisions and track their implementation.
• Act as the Board's liaison with the management team between meetings, keeping all Board members engaged and informed.
• Provide advice on governance matters, including the Governance Code Cultuur, Fair Practice Code, and Code Diversiteit & Inclusie.

Beyond your board duties, you will serve as an ambassador for OTC. You are expected to attend at least two productions each year and leverage your network to support the company.

What qualities are we looking for? You should be thorough, reliable, and well-organized. You can distill essential information from diverse sources, proactively arrange what the Board requires, and pose critical questions constructively and independently. We value clarity as kindness. A strong affinity for governance is essential; prior experience as a Board Secretary is a plus but not mandatory. This is an unpaid, voluntary position, as OTC is powered by volunteers and professionally managed.

Interested? Please send a brief motivation outlining your interest and relevant experience to support@orangetheatrecompany.com by 9 September 2026. First-round interviews will take place in late September, with potential second rounds scheduled individually.