Befristet,
Vollzeit
· Bonn, Germany (Hybrid), FSC International Center gGmbH
The Scope
Third-party certification is a cornerstone of FSC's assurance system. Today, FSC has service and license agreements in place with over 50 independent certification bodies which audit conformance with FSC standards in the field of forest management and supply chain management for some 70’000 certificate holders in more than 100 countries.
The Assurance Manager will develop normative requirements for FSC’s accreditation and assurance system in accordance with FSC’s standard setting procedures.
FSC is currently undergoing a process to obtain system acceptance by National Accreditation Bodies, in accordance with the European (EC) regulation 765/2008. The Assurance Manager will manage the FSC system acceptance process with national accreditation bodies to ensure continued compliance of the FSC system with applicable accreditation and regulatory requirements on a global scale.
The Assurance Manager will develop and manage relations with national accreditation bodies and international accreditation fora, ensuring that they are kept informed and consulted on changes to the FSC Normative Framework.
Main Roles & Responsibilities
To manage the FSC application for system review with national accreditation bodies, coordinating with relevant FSC teams and ASI, FSC’s assurance service provider.
To support FSC in the analysis, coordination and resolution of findings arising from scheme reviews, where applicable.
To manage the ongoing compliance of FSC certification system with relevant accreditation and assurance legislation across different national contexts.
To coordinate with relevant FSC teams and ASI to ensure alignment of FSC requirements with ISO requirements (mainly ISO 17065 requirements and ISO 17067 guidance).
To develop and implement a structure for informing and consulting the national accreditation bodies (including European Accreditation members) on changes to the FSC Normative Framework.
To manage the relationship with the national accreditation bodies.
To develop and maintain requirements for ASI in accordance with FSC’s standard setting procedure FSC-PRO-01-001, comprising the requirements for the assessment process and reporting of ASI to FSC and considering existing Key Performance Indicators. This will include holding consultations with stakeholders, managing an expert working group and drafting requirements.
Your profile
Education and Training:
Msc University or technical college degree in a relevant field (e.g. quality management, international relations, social sciences, business administration).
Working Experience, Style and Skills:
At least 5 years of work experience in one or more of the following areas: certification (standard development, auditing), quality management (quality assurance, quality control), assurance.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in evolving, ambiguous, or non-harmonized regulatory environments.
Knowledge and experience in implementation of ISO 17065 and related ISO requirements for accreditation.
Experience working with, or in the context of, national accreditation bodies and international accreditation fora.
Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly.
Experience in drafting requirements is an asset.
Proven successful project management experience and writing of reports.
A very strong sense for diligence and accuracy.
Service and solution-oriented attitude to work.
Proactiveness and high level of engagement.
Style oriented on collaboration and team cohesiveness.
Administration skills.
Computer Skills - good skills in the use of/experience with:
Good skills in the use of/experience with standard software packages (MS Office).
Languages and Communication Skills:
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to explain complex topics in a simple and user-friendly manner to non-technical audience.
Experience or demonstrated ability to work in multi-cultural and diverse team.
Excellent English (spoken and written).
Spanish and German language skills are an asset.
Others
Commitment to FSC’s mission and values.
Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity to the diversity of values, views and
approaches to issues relevant to the FSC program by stakeholders around the world.
Why us?
Benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and networking opportunities by being part of FSC global community of 400+ forest stewards
Benefit from work-life balance with our hybrid working structure
30 vacation days yearly
Regional transportation ticket
Breakfast bars, coffee, tea, water
Take part in learning lunches
Celebrate together festivals from different cultures
Once a year in-person get together with the global FSC staff
The Fine Print
Location: Bonn, Germany.
Working Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week.
Duration of Employment: Temporary contract – 2 years (extension possible, subject to satisfactory performance).
Travel: Sporadic travel is required.
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For FSC, inclusiveness and diversity are important values. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and are entirely committed to consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age and disability.
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Welcome to FSC! The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a globally recognized non-profit organization at the forefront of promoting sustainable forestry. With over 150 million hectares of certified forests and a trusted reputation among NGOs, consumers, and businesses, FSC is leading the way in ensuring the long-term health and resilience of the world’s forests.
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