Senior Assurance Scheme Officer

Introduction & Description
- FLOCERT is a leading global certification body. Besides providing sole certification to Fairtrade, we also offer an array of services to support companies in sourcing on Fairtrade principles, where no Fairtrade Standard applies.

Founded in 2003, FLOCERT remains mission-driven and dedicated to working with all types of organisations, from small producers to internationally recognised brands, in order to promote fairness in global trade. Our accreditation as a Social Enterprise demonstrates our commitment to social business values.

With six international offices conducting business in over 120 countries, FLOCERT specialises in offering global reach with local expertise.

**Description**
- Help shape the future of Fairtrade certification - as our next Senior Assurance Scheme Officer
- We are looking for a committed and quality-driven Senior Assurance Scheme Officer to join our Assurance Scheme and Competence Management team - a diverse, international unit at the intersection of Fairtrade International (as Scheme Owner) and FLOCERT’s Operations Department, where all certification activities are implemented.
- In this strategic role, you will help coordinate the implementation of standard updates and ensure that our assurance framework continues to meet high-quality expectations and the requirements of ISO 17065. You will also help develop accessible, practical tools to maintain and strengthen the competence of our certification staff and auditors.
- If you’re ready to make s meaningful impact in our mission-driven, multicultural environment - we’d love to hear from you
- **Job Share**: Full-time
- **Location**: FLOCERT GmbH Headquarter Bonn, Germany- Can be located in any of FLOCERT Office’s locations (Germany, Costa Rica, India, South Africa)
- **Salary**: The salary and benefit package depend upon qualifications and experience
- **Start date**: 01 September 2025 or as soon as possible

**Responsibilities**:

- Identify gaps or weaknesses in existing assurance schemes and drive targeted improvements
- Ensure certification staff receive the training they need by working closely with the Competence Manager and collaborating across the team
- Maintain and further develop system documentation and tools related to the assurance schemes
- Collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders - including FLOCERT’s regional teams, the ITDI team (regarding software developments linked to certification), Comms and Credibility Assurance, and Fairtrade International (on Standard interpretation and change implementation)
- Lead and coordinate projects within the scope of assurance and competence development

Your qualifications, experience and skills
- University degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Food Science, Business, Agronomy, Law, Economics, Sociology, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in a customer-focused, administrative, or stakeholder-driven environment
- At least 3 years of experience in Fairtrade certification
- Familiarity with other certification systems (e.g. Organic, FSC, MSC, SA8000 etc.)
- Sound understanding of ISO standards, particularly the ISO 17000 series
- Fluency in spoken and written English; additional fluency in French, Spanish or Portuguese is a strong asset
- Proactive, reliable, and adaptable working style with a hands-on attitude
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
- Strong cross-cultural communication skills and sensitivity in working with international teams
- Proven project management experience
- High commitment to customer service and quality
- Strong identification with Fairtrade values and motivation to contribute to sustainable development

What we offer
- International work environment
- Company culture of dialogue and respect
- Onboarding and welcome management
- Open-minded and value-driven colleagues living our mission
- Remote work & flexible working hours
- Attractive benefit package, e.g.: holiday bonus, 13th salary, occupational pension scheme and more
- Opportunities to make a meaningful impact
- Learning and development opportunities
- Chance for motivated staff to grow

How to apply

Regina Jatzke

HR Manager for Recruiting & Employer Branding

+49 (0)228 2493-278

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