New Member Supervisory Board Aidenvironment

Author
Judith Knibbe
Date
Dec 2024

AidEnvironment is looking for a new member for their Supervisory Board as the term of one of the Supervisory Board members expires.

About AidEnvironment

AidEnvironment is a not-for-profit sustainability research, strategy and advisory organization that combines data, cutting-edge technology, systemic thinking and boots on the ground understanding to achieve transformative sector change. We produce actionable insights and implement sustainable solutions for NGOs, governments, finance institutions and businesses, with a goal to help protect and restore ecosystems and improve livelihoods.

We focus on:

  • Integrated Landscape and Water Management
  • Deforestation and exploitation Free Supply Chains
  • Sustainable Sector Transformation

AidEnvironment operates through a network of three offices, supported by a team of dedicated professionals. Our income, generated through consultancy assignments, project implementation, and grants, allows us to deliver meaningful impact

The organization was founded in 1988 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. We work on international assignments in two areas of expertise. The team collaborates with private foundations, such as the Packard Foundation and IKEA Foundation, to combat climate change and carries out short-term consultancy assignments for civil society organizations to evaluate programs and provide technical advice.

In 2018, AidEnvironment opened a representative office in Kampala, Uganda, focusing on sustainable water and land use in East Africa. While a small team of four people was employed in 2019, there are currently 21 employees. The team aims to expand its portfolio of clients and funders, particularly to provide solutions for changes in land use.
After having built experience with mobilization of farmers and implementing projects on sustainable landscape management, in 2024 the registration of an AidEnvironment branch office in the Philippines was successfully completed.
An independent organization in Indonesia was established 10 years ago and focuses on deforestation issues in Southeast Asia’s palm oil and pulp and paper sectors. Their services range from supply chain monitoring to designing landscape restoration programs. They collaborate with private sector companies and private foundations, including the David and Lucile Packard Foundation. This office currently employs 32 people following a restructuring in 2020. This NGO operates completely independently from AidEnvironment, while maintaining good working relations

Governance structure of AidEnvironment

The AidEnvironment Foundation is registered in Amsterdam. The management of AidEnvironment is entrusted to the General Director (Managing Board). The General Director, based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is responsible for strategic leadership, oversight, and management of the entire organization.

The East Africa country office is managed by a country director who reports directly to the General Director of Foundation AidEnvironment regarding the operations and management of the office.

Supervisory Board

The Managing Board is supported by a Supervisory Board, which supervises and advises on policies, performance and the organization’s general course of affairs. The Supervisory Board also appoints the General Director and signs off on the annual report. The Supervisory Board meets 4-5 times a year.

The Supervisory Board of AidEnvironment consists of three members. Members of the Supervisory Board are independent and take account of the interests of all stakeholders of the organization. Members are appointed for a period of four years and may then be reappointed once for a period of four years. One member will end his term and will be replaced in March 2025. The following link provides information on the current Supervisory Board members.

General profile of Supervisory Board members:

  • Demonstrating administrative and supervisory kills,
  • Committing to the objectives and goals of AidEnvironment,
  • Having access to relevant professional networks to help achieve goals,
  • Serving as an advisor and sounding board for the Management Board,
  • Ensuring effective supervision of the Management Board,
  • A team player who conducts duties with integrity, openness, and independence,
  • Having sufficient time to fulfil responsibilities within the Supervisory Board.
New Supervisory Board Member Profile

The composition of the Supervisory Board should reflect diversity and complementarity in terms of individual member profiles.

The new Supervisory Board member has experience in the following areas:

  • Supervisory Board and /or management experience, preferably in international NGOs,
  • Financial expertise with the ability to advise on financial and accounting matters,
  • Proven knowledge of/ affinity with the areas in which AidEnvironment is working.


For more information and/or to express your interest, please contact:

The application deadline is 9 January 2025

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