Board of Directors – Volunteer Roles at Stichting Our Bodies Our Voice (OBOV)

Location: Remote Netherlands. Ideally located in the NL to attend events and workshops as required.
Commitment: 3–4 hours/month (including one 1-hour monthly meeting and 2–3 hours of additional work in your area of expertise)
Positions: We are looking for multiple board members that have experience and skills in either Fundraising & Grants, Business Development, Marketing & Communications.
About OBOV
Stichting Our Bodies Our Voice (OBOV) is dedicated to raising awareness about sexual violence and engraining consent culture within society and universities across the Netherlands. Our mission is to create safer environments for students and staff by fostering respect, empathy, and critical introspection in both personal and professional spheres.
As we enter an exciting phase of growth and work towards making a national impact, we are seeking 2 - 3 new volunteer directors to join our Board and help guide our strategy and operations.
Who We're Looking For
We are specifically seeking individuals with experience in one or more of the following areas:
Fundraising & Grants Management: Lead fundraising strategy or help to manage and write grant applications.
Business Development: Help develop a Business Development plan for the organisation.
Marketing & Communications: Lead and guide our Marketing and Communications strategy and execution.
We would consider the following experience a bonus for candidates:
Dutch language: we currently operate in the Netherlands and provide a mix of Dutch and English workshops so being able to speak both Dutch and English is an advantage.
Corporate Training Experience: experience in being involved in organising corporate training programs within different companies in the Netherlands (large or small).
If you are passionate about social change, have relevant expertise, and want to make a tangible impact, we encourage you to apply.
Board of Directors - General Responsibilities
Attend monthly board meetings and actively participate in discussions and decision-making.
Oversee and contribute to the execution of OBOV’s strategic plan.
Provide strategic guidance and supervision to staff.
Collaborate with fellow directors to draft annual reports and organizational updates.
Support the creation and implementation of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) guidelines to strengthen diversity and intersectionality within OBOV.
Help foster a culture of transparency, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.
Depending on the area of expertise, provide input and produce work to help move the organisation along in these areas (business development, grant and fundraising and marketing and communications).
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At OBOV, we are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where all staff, interns, and volunteers can thrive—regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age. We strongly encourage applications from people who share our values and especially welcome candidates from underrepresented communities.
Application Process
Please submit your application by emailing a PDF document with your answers to the questions below to claire@ourbodies-ourvoice.com by Friday 30th October 2026: (max 250 words per answer)
Why are you interested in joining OBOV as a board member?
What can you add to the OBOV organisation in terms of your experience that can help OBOV grow?
What is your knowledge/understanding or work experience of sexual violence (and social safety?)
Applications will be manually anonymized before being reviewed by existing directors and employees.
Selected candidates will be invited for two rounds of online interviews with a diverse selection committee including current directors and employees.
We recognise that applicants come from diverse circumstances and may have varying levels of access to resources and support networks. To help level the playing field, we are comfortable with candidates using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support them in preparing their application responses. AI can be a useful source of guidance and information, especially for those who may not have broad personal or professional networks to draw on. Allowing this aligns with our commitment to equity by giving all candidates a fairer chance to demonstrate their strengths and potential.
At the same time, we ask that candidates use these tools thoughtfully and ethically, and ensure that what they submit genuinely represents their own ideas, experiences, and abilities. Our selection process is designed to understand the distinct qualities and skills of each person, and we place high value on authenticity and honesty in every response.
If you have any specific questions before applying, feel free to reach out to claire@ourbodies-ourvoice.com.

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