Board Member / Statutory Director (Financial & Legal Profile) for an International Human Rights NGO with Expertise in War Crimes & International Justice!

IMPORTANT: DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 07/02/2026

About this Organisation

You will work in an international non-governmental organisation with a legal base in the Netherlands, dedicated to accountability for war crimes, genocide, and crimes against humanity.

The organisation supports victims of international crimes through strategic litigation, legal advocacy, institutional strengthening, and organisational development, working across jurisdictions to advance justice, dignity, and systemic change within international accountability mechanisms.

As part of our continued growth and professionalisation, this organisation is strengthening their governance structure in the Netherlands.

About the Board Member Role

We are seeking an experienced Statutory Director / Board Member with a strong financial background to join the Dutch board of the organisation.

In this role, you will assume the formal legal, fiduciary, and financial oversight responsibilities under Dutch law for the Netherlands-based entity of an international NGO. You will work closely with the Group CFO, provide governance oversight, and support the organisation’s mission to combat impunity for international crimes.

This role is particularly suited for a seasoned professional who is motivated by human rights, ethical governance, and international justice, and who wishes to contribute expertise at the board level to a mission-driven organisation.

🧩 Key Responsibilities

• Act as Statutory Director under Dutch law, carrying formal legal and fiduciary responsibility

• Oversee financial governance, compliance, and regulatory obligations in the Netherlands

• Ensure alignment with Dutch financial, fiscal, and NGO regulatory frameworks

• Provide strategic financial oversight and risk management

• Work in close collaboration with the Group CFO and international leadership

• Lead and coordinate the local Dutch board

• Support the organization’s sustainable growth and institutional integrity

👤 Candidate Profile

• Dutch nationality (mandatory)

• Strong knowledge of the Dutch legal, financial, and regulatory landscape

• Proven financial expertise (e.g. CFO, finance director, audit, risk, advisory, or similar)

• Experience with, or strong affinity for, NGOs, foundations, or non-profit organisations

• Prior experience as a statutory director or board member is highly desirable

• High standards of integrity, independence, and accountability

• Genuine commitment to human rights, international justice, and addressing war crimes

⏱️ Time Commitment & Role Development

• Initial commitment: quarterly board meetings

• Scope and time investment may expand over time, depending on profile, fit, and organisational needs

💶 Remuneration

• EUR 2,000 per quarterly board meeting

• Remuneration on a per-meeting basis

🤝 Why Join

• Contribute directly to efforts addressing war crimes and crimes against humanity

• Play a key governance role in an internationally active human rights NGO

• Apply your financial expertise to a high-impact, ethically driven mission

• Collaborate with an experienced international leadership team

Our Core Values at TheHRchapter

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🟣  Talented pool: We bring highly-skilled, motivated candidates to our company and our clients. Our candidates match with strong values, organisational culture and management style.

🟣  Diversity and inclusion: There is no place for discrimination and intolerance. We care about diversity, awareness, and respect for differences within TheHRchapter. Any client who doesn't comply with the anti-discrimination and compliance regulations becomes automatically excluded from our clients'portfolio.