We want you for SIB Board ‘25-’26!

Chair

Chair

As Chair of SIB Amsterdam, you will:

• Lead the association with vision, calm, and diplomacy, setting its strategic direction and ensuring cohesive board functioning.

• Chair weekly board meetings, coordinate planning, and support fellow board members in their roles.

• Represent SIB Amsterdam externally at embassy visits, university meetings, national conferences, and SIB Netherlands.

• Act as the main spokesperson for the association and maintain key institutional and external relationships.

• Resolve conflicts, navigate challenges, and step in when leadership is most needed.

• Shape the association’s public image and contribute to long-term development and growth.

• Pursue areas of personal interest—such as policy, outreach, or partnerships—to leave a lasting impact.

Time Commitment:
6–10 hours per week on average, with occasional peaks during major events, policy work, or trips. The role requires flexibility, steady engagement, and an ability to manage multiple conversations at once.

Who We’re Looking For:
✔ Diplomatic and reliable, with strong leadership instincts.
✔ Calm under pressure and confident in decision-making.
✔ Able to bring people together and maintain team cohesion.
✔ Motivated by strategic thinking, but grounded in day-to-day operations.
✔ Leadership experience is a plus, but a willingness to grow into the role matters most.

Secretary

As Secretary of SIB Amsterdam, you will:

• Manage internal communication, including SIB’s inbox, newsletters, and administrative announcements.

• Keep the membership file accurate by registering and deregistering members.

• Prepare agendas and convocations for board and general meetings, and take meeting minutes.

• Streamline administrative processes and maintain the association’s digital infrastructure.

• Support fellow board members and committees with logistics, planning, and coordination.

• Help organize major events and represent the board at SIB activities throughout the year.

• Assist with SIB’s digital domain, providing support for Google accounts and internal tools.

Who We’re Looking For:
✔ Organized and reliable, with strong attention to detail.
✔ Communicative and confident in written correspondence.
✔ Comfortable with digital tools and quick to learn administrative systems.
✔ A team player with flexibility to support where needed.
✔ Someone who thrives in structured, collaborative environments.

Treasurer

As Treasurer of SIB Amsterdam, you will:

• Manage the association’s financial administration, including payments, reimbursements, and participation fees.

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping and ensure compliance through regular audit checks.

• Draft the annual budget and monitor that events and committees remain within financial limits.

• Collaborate with a debit agency to manage membership contributions and outstanding payments.

• Provide financial updates to the board and prepare mid-year and end-of-year financial reports.

• Assist committees with event budgets, including trips and Diplomat Drinks.

• Chair the Acquisition Committee, lead sponsor outreach, and maintain partner relations.

Who We’re Looking For:
✔ Reliable and proactive, with a sense of financial responsibility.
✔ Comfortable saying no and guiding others within budget constraints.
✔ Communicative and able to work across committees, audit groups, and the board.
✔ Ideally experienced in bookkeeping or willing to learn quickly.
✔ Already active within SIB or ready to take on a leading role.

Internal Affairs

As Commissioner for Internal Affairs, you will:

• Ensure the smooth internal functioning of the association.

• Maintain clear communication between the board, committees, and societies.

• Support committee and society chairs in organizing activities and solving challenges.

• Welcome new members, helping them find their place and encouraging active involvement.

• Cultivate an open, safe, and engaged internal atmosphere within SIB.

• Initiate new formats and informal meetups to strengthen the SIB community.

Who We’re Looking For:
✔ Approachable and communicative, with strong interpersonal skills.
✔ Organized and reliable, capable of managing multiple internal dynamics.
✔ Proactive in supporting others and resolving internal issues.
✔ Passionate about building community and fostering engagement.

External Affairs

As Commissioner for External Affairs, you will:

• Build and maintain relationships with external partners.

• Expand SIB’s connections in international relations.

• Enhance SIB’s intellectual engagement to attract diverse members.

• Support major events like Diplomat Drinks and the Geneva Trip.

• Seek new partnerships to strengthen SIB’s impact.

• Represent SIB at embassy visits, external events, and networking opportunities.

Who We’re Looking For:
✔ Diplomatic and professional, with public affairs experience.
✔ Organized and proactive in structuring intellectual events.
✔ Confident in reaching out to speakers and organizations.
✔ Passionate about international relations and partnerships.

Marketing

As Marketing Officer of SIB Amsterdam, you will:

• Develop and execute the association’s marketing strategy.

• Manage SIB’s social media presence and create visual content.

• Promote events through tailored marketing across platforms and channels.

• Ensure strong event coverage and visibility within the student community.

• Lead outreach for collaborative events and grow the association’s profile.

• Maintain and update the website to reflect current activities and goals.

• Expand awareness of SIB across campuses and universities in Amsterdam

Who We’re Looking For:
✔ Organized and proactive, with strong time and task management skills.
✔ Confident in leading a team and coordinating across the board and committees.
✔ Well-connected within the student community (think: group chats and networks).
✔ Comfortable with design tools and web maintenance (Canva & Squarespace).
✔ Strategic and creative, with an eye for long-term branding and engagement.