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Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.
We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.
To strengthen our Corporate Office Team we are looking for a Board Coordinator Corporate Office
Board Coordinator Corporate Office (32 hours)
Together with your colleague Board Coordinator, you support the Boards of Triodos Bank, i.e. the Executive Board and Supervisory Board, and Stichting Administratiekantoor Aandelen Triodos Bank (SAAT) by applying your excellent planning and preparation skills.
You are responsible for the practical aspects of the Board meetings in close collaboration with the Corporate Secretary and two Deputy Corporate Secretaries.
You enjoy arranging (international) management meetings in a dynamic environment with a sense of humour and positive attitude while maintaining oversight and professionalism.

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• Arranging all practical aspects of the Supervisory Board and its committees’ meetings such as Outlook invitations, organisation and distribution of documents, (international) logistics and catering, as well as the logistics for the Board of SAAT
• Back-up for your colleague Board Coordinator: arranging all practical aspects of the weekly Executive Board meetings and retreats, and International Management Council (IMC) meetings, such as agenda/topic planning, Outlook invitations, organisation and distribution of documents, logistics and catering
• Scheduling of ad hoc Board meetings, calls and working sessions
• Point of contact for practical and administrative requests from the Supervisory Board and the Corporate Office team in general
• Taking care of financial administration and payment of remuneration of the members of the Supervisory Board and SAAT

This is you

• Accurate, consistent and proactive problem solving
• High level of trust and discretion. Able to work with highly confidential information
• Ability to perform well in a dynamic environment at a strategic level
• A team player, able to manage expectations, but also able to work independently
• When under pressure, you maintain your flexibility and your sense of humour
• Able to work with colleagues at all levels within the organisation
• Quickly familiarise yourself with new topics or assignments

This is complemented by

• MBO+ level educated preferably as a secretary or office manager
• Excellent communication skills both in English and Dutch
• Computer skills and experience with MS Office
• Systems and technology savvy
• Ideally experience with i Babs or similar meeting tool

The team

You are part of the Corporate Secretary Department that consists of two Board Coordinators, two Deputy Corporate Secretaries, the Business Manager COE and the Corporate Secretary. You will also work closely together with the Management Assistants of the Executive Board.

Offer

What we offer you

An inspiring work culture
The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of a community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• find a sense of meaning in your work
• create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment

Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues. One of the interesting facts about it is that we can completely take the building apart and move it to a new location.

And of course, great remuneration and working conditions

• a salary appropriate to the position, our remuneration policy and your experience
• an attractive pension policy
• a mobility card (including free private travels)
• flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• reimbursement of a company bicycle to the max of € 1,500
• 30 holiday days with a 40-hour working week, plus the option of buying 2 weeks of extra holiday days
• extra leave to contribute to voluntary work
• a range of education and training opportunities
• the option to join our collective health insurance
• a working from home allowance per home office day
• suitable home office equipment up to € 750 every 5 years

Sounds interesting?

If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.
Everyone is welcome and our culture is built with human dignity at its core. We believe in equity and diversity, and we know how valuable everyone’s individual perspectives are. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.

The closing date for applications is: 22 september 2024

If the role interests you but you still have some questions, please connect with us. If there are any additional adjustments you may need during the application process, please email: Maaike van der Meer, Corporate Secretary, via email maaike.vandermeer@triodos.com.
We also don’t want to miss out on candidates who feel they don’t exactly match the job description, so if this is a role that sounds interesting to you, and you feel you could add value, please apply.
Who we are

Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.
Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.

Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.

We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.

We are also one of the founders of The Global Alliance for Banking on Values, a global network of independent banks using finance to deliver sustainable economic, social, and environmental development.
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