4C Integrity Auditor (Freelancer) - Regional focus East and West Africa, As at 4C Services GmbH

Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Certification Auditing, Quality Assurance, Traceability, Agricultural Production, Risk Assessment, Supply Chain Management, English Proficiency, GIS, Remote Sensing, Conflict of Interest Management

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Your tasks 4C (Certification for Climate, Conservation, and Communities) is a global certification scheme for sustainable coffee and cocoa. 4C certification focuses on good agricultural and management practices, including requirements on economic, social, and environmental conditions for coffee production and processing in order to establish credible, sustainable, and transparent supply chains. Independent certification bodies verify compliance with the 4C requirements. 4C was developed in a comprehensive and transparent multi-stakeholder process involving coffee/cocoa producers, trade and industry, as well as organizations from civil society around the world. 4C aims to move the entire coffee or cocoa sector towards sustainability practices. 4C operates in 25 countries and is one of the largest certification systems in the coffee sector. Since 2020, the 4C System has evolved into a robust, benchmarked standard, defining clear social, environmental, and economic criteria. Alongside certification, we provide innovative solutions to help companies comply with global regulations and strengthen responsible supply chains in a changing world. 4C Services GmbH, the operator of 4C certification system, is seeking to recruit a highly motivated freelance auditor to conduct integrity assessments within the framework of the 4C Integrity Program. Key activities: Planning, preparing, and conducting 4C integrity assessments at certified 4C Units, Intermediary and Final Buyers of 4C certified coffee and Certification Bodies cooperation with 4C, with focus on: Traceability Social issues such as child labour, forced labour, fair and safe working conditions Environmental issues such as deforestation, biodiversity and soil conservation, and pesticide use General support to 4C System users in countries of East and West Africa, Asia, or Latin America regarding communication, meetings, translation of documents, etc. Contribution to the continuous development of the 4C System and the 4C Integrity Program Your profile A minimum of five years of professional experience in certification or quality assurance, auditing or verification; At least a Bachelor University degree and Agricultural production background Audit experience with certification systems such as 4C, Rainforest Alliance, CAFÉ Practices, Global G.A.P Experience in supply chains for agricultural products, preferably in the area of coffee and/or cocoa High proficiency in English and relevant local languages when applicable (French, Spanish, Portuguese, or Vietnamese) (spoken and written). Additional languages are of advantage Good knowledge of the relevant tools/ software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and/or GIS or remote sensing-based software/application for risk assessment) High willingness and availability to travel High level of commitment, proficiency and assertiveness Structured, accurate and independent working style Important note: 4C Integrity Auditors must be completely independent and free of conflict of interest with 4C System Users (https://www.4c-services.org/4c-system/4c-system-users/). This means the 4C Integrity Auditor cannot be employed or contracted as a consultant by a Certification Body or any 4C System User operating in the coffee/cocoa sector at the same time as working as a 4C Integrity Auditor. Why us? Remote work and flexible working hours Competitive compensation Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions, ISCC System GmbH, and GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, giving you even more learning opportunities The opportunity to work independently and shape processes Ready to join our team? If this job offer has caught your interest, we are looking forward to receiving your full application. Please submit your application, including a cover letter, your CV, and important certificates and references as a pdf file, with your earliest possible starting date and salary expectations. We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender, or any other criteria that are not a professional qualification for an open position. About us 4C (Certification for Climate, Conservation, and Communities) is a sustainability certification scheme for the coffee and cocoa industry. 4C certification focuses on good agricultural and management practices, including requirements on economic, social and environmental conditions for coffee and cocoa production and processing in order to establish credible sustainable and transparent supply chains. Independent certification bodies verify compliance with the 4C requirements. 4C operates in 20 countries and is the largest certification system in the coffee sector. It is also a highly innovative standard working on a variety of crucial topics such as reduction and offsetting of carbon footprint, biodiversity improvement and empowering women.

Responsibilities

Conduct integrity assessments for 4C certified units, intermediaries, and buyers with a focus on traceability, social issues, and environmental conservation. Provide general support to system users and contribute to the continuous development of the 4C Integrity Program.