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. For more information, please click here.

FLOCERT is looking for

Certification Analyst Europe (m/f/div)

Job Share: Full-time (38,5 hrs. p.w.)Location: FLOCERT GmbH Headquarter Bonn, GermanySalary & benefits package: depend upon qualifications and experienceStart date: as soon as possible

Description

FLOCERT is looking for a business-oriented person who is willing to coor*dinate and to administer the Fairtrade certification and audits of companies in assigned countries. The ability to deal with high profile traders and the availability to travel to assigned countries to perform Fairtrade audits is required. Part of the role is to ensure centralised and efficient audit planning for Europe. The atten*tion to detail, willingness to learn and teamwork spirit are essential assets on this position. The person will be part of a multicultural team which is responsible for the certifi*cation of Fairtrade customers in Europe.

Your responsibilities

• Act as account manager for assigned customers
• Perform evaluations of audit reports against Fairtrade Trade Standards
• Perform Fairtrade audits of cust*omers in assigned countries
• Communicate actively with appli*cants and certified customers and assist them with all necessary infor*mation including trade certification related questions
• Instruct customers about Fairtrade requirements
• Participate in projects as team member
• Assist in the selection, evaluation and training of Auditors
• Assist in constant improvement of certification processes

Your qualifications, experience and skills

• University education (B.A. or equi*valent) or vocational education in the fields of Business, Agronomy, Economics, Food Science etc
• A min. of 2 years of related profess*ional work experience in an office and customer orientated environ*ment
• Work experience in Certification and/or Coordination, in areas such as e.g. Fairtrade; Organic certification; social accountability; supply chain; sustain*ability will be seen as an asset
• Fluency in both English and German, verbal and written
• Strong dedication towards customer service and excel*lent communication skills
• Great team player with positive and pro-active attitude
• Dedicated working style with excel*lent interpersonal and organi*sational skills
• Fluency in any other European lang*uage (e.g. Italian, French, and/or Spanish) is an advantage
• Excellent command of MS Office
• Motivation for Fairtrade

What we offer

• International work environment
• Company culture of dialogue and respect
• Onboarding and welcome manage*ment
• Open-minded and value-driven colleagues living our mission
• Remote work & flexible working hours
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact
• Learning and development oppor*tunities
• Chance for motivated staff to grow

How to apply

Click on the lower button, “APPLY NOW!” and submit your application documents in English.

Please kindly note that we only accept online applications and only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be further contacted and will receive notice of the outcome of the selection process.

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FLOCERT GmbH
Bonner Talweg 177 • 53129 Bonn • Germany

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Be the future of Fairtrade

As ethical awareness grows across the world, so does Fairtrade. In conjunction with the Fair*company Initia*tive and German dual vocational training system Berufs*aus*bildung, we're proud to welcome the upcoming generation into this extraordinary sector. Our appren*tice*ships are designed to give the freshest talent in our sector a rounded intro*duction to Fairtrade.

To make sure we're always doing the best by our team, we partner with presti*gious institutions including GreatPlaceToWork and Audit Berufundfamilie.