To realize its ambitions and its mission for girls, children and young people, Plan International Belgium strives for a diverse composition of its general assembly and Board of Directors, also in terms of competences and experience. To strengthen our Board of Directors, we are looking for a Board member with experience in international cooperation, international programming, development cooperation, and/or humanitarian aid.
Your role as a member of our Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of a non-profit organization in Belgium plays a crucial role in the governance and management of the association. The Board of Directors is responsible for strategic and operational management and ensures that the association's activities are in accordance with the statutes and current legislation. Directors must perform their duties carefully and cautiously, always keeping the interests of the association in mind. The Board of Directors is responsible for preparing and publishing the annual reports, accounts and balance sheets, thus ensuring transparency towards members and the public. In addition, the council can set up management committees or appoint directors with specific powers to better meet the needs of the non-profit association.
As a member of the Board of Directors, you play a crucial role in the governance of the organization. What we expect from you:
• You will attend board meetings (4 times a year) in the evenings or on weekends, as well as two meetings of the general assembly (on weekends).
• You will actively contribute to the development and monitoring of Plan International Belgium's strategy.
You will bring your expertise and experience to support the projects and initiatives of Plan International Belgium.
• Together with the other members of the board, you will ensure the legal and ethical compliance of the activities of Plan International Belgium.
• You will participate in the life of the organization by occasionally attending events organized by Plan International Belgium or by the Plan community.
Required profile
We are looking for candidates with the following characteristics and competencies:
• strong commitment to the rights of girls and young women worldwide;
• active in civil society in Belgium;
• knowledge and experience in the field of international cooperation, international programme work, development cooperation and/or humanitarian aid;
• network within organizations that are active in this field, in particular the various development cooperation and humanitarian actors such as governments, NGOs, multilateral institutions, as well as a variety of donors in the field of international cooperation;
• contemporary vision on themes that are central to international cooperation, such as decolonization and equal partnerships
• experience in partner countries;
• good communication and team skills;
• ability to think critically and make informed decisions;
• actively participate in the meetings and activities of the association;
• very good knowledge of English (the language in which the meetings are held) and Dutch and/or French.
What do we offer you?
Board membership offers you an interesting experience with:
• the opportunity to meet and work with people who are socially engaged: our team, our volunteers, our young people, our colleagues, the companies and donors who support us, young people involved in Plan International in other countries, etc.;
• events and training courses on the themes of Plan International Belgium;
• an onboarding training with other members of the Board of Directors and the General Assembly of Plan International Belgium.
• the opportunity to work for equality for girls around the world and in Belgium at various events.
A directorship at Plan International Belgium lasts for four years, counting from the general meeting at which the appointment takes place (29/11/2025). Prior to the official appointment, you can already get to know the organization and its board.
Good to know: our premises are in the heart of Brussels, next to the Central Station. If necessary, we can reimburse your transportation costs.
Plan International Belgium
Since 1983, Plan International Belgium has been striving for a better world for all children as an organization committed to the rights of girls. This starts by guaranteeing equal opportunities, so that every girl is free. We are active in more than 80 countries, including Belgium, to ensure that society changes positively and puts equality first. So that every girl feels safe. So that she can show the world who she is and what she wants. So that she can make her dreams come true. So that she can be free. More information on our website: Our mission | Plan International Belgium.
How to apply
Do you have any questions or are you in doubt? Please contact Ineke Adriaens, Programmes Director, at ineke.adriaens@planinternational.be.
We look forward to receiving your application!
• You can respond in the traditional way, with a CV and cover letter.
• You can also send a presentation portfolio, a presentation video, or something similar.
Send your response to frank.schoenmakers@planinternational.be no later than Wednesday 6 August 2025, stating "Board of Directors". A discussion about your candidacy with members of the Board of Directors is part of the further procedure.
As part of our policy to ensure the safety of children, we ask each member of the Board of Directors to provide a blank extract from the criminal record (model 2). This will apply to the final appointment and does not have to be part of your candidacy yet.