ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is 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 at ISCC 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.

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is 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 team is looking forward to welcome you as System Manager - Integrity Management at ISCC headquarters in Cologne.

The System Manager - Integrity Management has the objective to efficiently organize, implement and further develop the integrity program to ensure that certified companies, as well as certification bodies, are compliant with the ISCC requirements.

If you are passionate 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:

• Organise Integrity Audits, including which system users/CBs are to be audited
• Evaluate audit results in close cooperation with integrity auditors and the integrity team
• Coordinate integrity auditors, including schedule of integrity audits, resource planning of auditors, individual questions by auditors
• Evaluate incoming requests and information on non-conformities with ISCC requirements
• Communicate sanctions of certified companies and certification bodies
• Continuously develop Integrity Program, e.g. by identifying relevant focus areas or possibilities to adapt and improve processes and documents
• Share learnings from audits to improve certification system

Additional tasks will be:

• Participate in other ISCC projects
• Exchange with relevant stakeholders such as authorities on market developments and cases related to integrity management
• Representing ISCC at external events
• Present ISCC Trainings
• Train new staff members
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement process within company

• University degree in bioenergy, chemistry, circular economy, bioeconomy, environmental studies, business management, economics, law or similar
• At least 2 years postgraduate professional experience
• At least 1 year postgraduate professional experience in relevant field (auditing)
• Preferred: experience with sustainability certification, labels and/or relevant EU and/or Member State legislation
• Preferred: experience in high-level customer support
• Excellent language skills in both written and spoken English (at least C1) and German (at least B1), additional languages will be of advantage
• Excellent critical thinking and transfer capability
• A high degree of initiative and very good decision-making ability combined with an independent working style and pragmatic, hands-on attitude
• Very strong presentation skills as well as the ability to explain complex issues in simple terms and to prepare professional presentations according to target group
• Excellent communication skills in an international environment with stakeholders at all levels combined with a calm and supportive attitude
• Willingness to contribute to the continuous improvement process and to drive change
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our 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

• Hybrid set-up
• 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation)
• Flexible working hours and 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 scheme based on performance

Wellness Programs

• Subsidized Urban Sports Club
• Active Break scheme with weekly Yoga sessions
• Health weeks promoting healthy habits in personal and professional life