OPEN CALL: New Member Supervisory Board
Kunstinstituut Melly in Rotterdam is looking for a new member for its Supervisory Board. The ideal candidate is seriously interested in the development of contemporary art and culture; interested in developing a meaningful relationship to a cultural institution with a local and global reach; is ethical and professionally trained in institutional development in the field of arts and culture. This is a non-paid position. Kunstinstituut Melly endorses the Code Cultural Diversity.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate also complies with two or more of these characteristics: (a) is an expert in art and architectural history in Rotterdam; (b) is interested in the histories and present debates about cultural representation; (c) can provide advice on legal matters; (d) is part of an entrepreneurial network in Rotterdam; (e) lives in Rotterdam or the vicinity; (f) is able to commit serving in the board for a term of three years, starting in 2023.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest by 16 December 2022, including a self-introduction and an explanation of why their candidacy merits consideration, which should respond in one way or other to the desired profile listed above. The letter should not exceed 2 pages. Please apply by e-mailing to applications [at] kunstinstituutmelly.nl.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by the existing members of the Supervisory Board. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview. The position commences in March 2023.
Constitution
The Supervisory Board is responsible for monitoring the policy and the general course of events in the institution. In addition, the Supervisory Board members assist the Director by providing advice. Together, the Supervisory Board members have both the expertise and the broad knowledge required. The desired size and composition of this body are described in the Supervisory Board Regulations. Members are appointed for a term of three years and may be re-elected once after this term has ended.
About
Kunstinstituut Melly is the new name of the institution formerly known as Witte de With Center for Contemporary Art. Conceived as an art house in Rotterdam, our mission is to present and discuss the work created by visual artists from here and afar. Kunstinstituut Melly is supported by the City of Rotterdam and the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science in the Netherlands. Our activities are also supported through foundation grants, private funds, project sponsorships, individual donations, and income from admission tickets, sales, and events.