Your tasks

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certificationis one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Our activities and impact are expanding and our teams are growing exponentially since the last 2 years. This is why the Integrity Management team is looking forward to welcome you as Senior System Manager - Integrity Managementat ISCC headquarters in Cologne.

The (Senior) System Manager - Integrity Management has the objective to co-design and implement the ISCC EU strategy, driving the upscale of ISCC EU certifications, developing and improving the ISCC EU system with regards to new legislation and market requirements, increasing recognition and market share as well as developing the ISCC EU team and facilitate cross-company knowledge transfer.

If you arepassionate about sustainability and would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to your application!

Your main duties will be:

Manage and optimize Integrity Management processes
Continuously develop Integrity Program, e.g. by identifying relevant focus areas or possibilities to adapt and improve processes and documents
Support on following the ISCC's strategy by alignment the department goals
- Exchange with relevant stakeholders such as authorities on market developments and cases related to integrity management
- Establish and maintain governmental/national system relations (e.g. national authorities, OLAF, REFUREC, CA-RES)

Day-to-day work of department:

Organize Integrity Assessments, including which System Users/CBs are to be audited
Evaluate and communicate audit results in close cooperation with Integrity Auditors and the Integrity team
Management of Integrity Auditors, including schedule of Integrity Assessments, resource planning of auditors, onboarding/training of auditors, individual questions by auditors; invoicing of Integrity Auditors
Share learnings from audits to improve certification system Evaluate incoming requests and information on non-conformities with ISCC requirements
Communicate sanctions of certified companies and Certification Bodies
Monitoring of Certification Bodies performance
Discuss and evaluate integrity related cases with respective departments
Facilitate practical implementation of requirements through technical guidance to CBs and System Users
Documentation in internal data base
Discuss and evaluate received complaints and further develop Whistleblowing/grievance mechanism
Develop and update system documents
Legal check of documents / ISCC's internal processes

Additional duties:

Participate in other selected Integrity-related ISCC projects
Representing ISCC at external events
Participate in CB Meetings
Accompany audits as witness auditor
Present ISCC Trainings (Internal & external)
Train new staff members
Actively contribute to continuous improvement process within company

Your profile

University degree in bioenergy, chemistry, circular economy, bioeconomy, environmental studies, business management, economics, law or similar
At least 5 years postgraduate professional experience
At least 3-year postgraduate professional experience in relevant field (organizations/stakeholder associations) for similar topics
Must-have/Preferred: experience with sustainability certification, labels and/or relevant EU and/or Member State legislation
Must-have: solid experience in project management in international context + extensive experience in high-level customer support
Must-have the following skills:
1. Effective communication
2. High level of integrity and confidentiality
3. Excellent organizational and time management skills
4. Excellent analytical and strategic thinking
5. Excellent mediation skills
Excellent (C1 – C2) English language skills (written and spoken)
Very good copy-writing skills
Very good PC and Office user skills + general IT proficiency
Excellent understanding of certification systems for bio-based fuels/low carbon fuels
Excellent knowledge of ISCC EU
Very good understanding of relevant EU legislation on bio-based fuels/low carbon fuels

Why us?

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe thatour team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.

To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

Great Team Environment

Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party)
Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities

Individual learning and development plan

Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
Frequently feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection (?)
Many free language classes
Access to several technical specific as well as training courses
The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
We promote from within!

Work-Life Balance

Hybridset-up
4 weeks remote workat a place of choice (after probation)
Flexible working hoursand trust based working time
30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year’s eve, carnival monday)
Sabbatical options

Financial benefits

A generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values
JobTicket/Deutschlandticket
Annual bonus schemebased on performance

Wellness Programs

Subsidized Urban Sports Club
Active Break schemewith weekly Yoga sessions
Health weekspromoting healthy habits in personal and professional life

Ready to join our team?

Then we would be happy to hear from you soon! Please apply via the button below with a meaningful cover letter, CV and any relevant certificates.

We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you in our team soon!

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 is not a professional qualification for an open position.

About us

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certificationis a globally applicable and leading certification system designed to enhance traceable, sustainable, deforestation-free, and climate-friendly supply chains. ISCC certifications are widely recognised and cover sustainable agricultural biomass, biogenic wastes and residues, non-biological renewable materials and recycled carbon-based materials. The development and implementation of different certification standards is ISCC’s tool to promote its mission to mitigate climate change and bring more traceability into global markets and supply chains.To date, ISCC holds more than 11,300 valid certificates in 129 countries.

Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals atISCC come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.

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