System Manager - ISCC PLUS (Traceability & CoC)

Your tasks:
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 ISCC PLUS team of experts are looking forward to welcome you as a System Manager - ISCC PLUS (Traceability & CoC) at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne.

The System Manager - ISCC PLUS (Traceability & CoC) has the objective to drive the upscaling of ISCC PLUS certifications, developing and improving the ISCC PLUS system with regards to new legislation and market requirements, increasing recognition and market share, in the strong focus topic on traceability and chain of custody.
 
 Your main duties will be:
• You will provide technical expertise to further develop ISCC PLUS scheme and its implementation, in the strong focus topic on traceability and chain of custody
• You will develop and revise ISCC PLUS System Documents and other relevant documents
• You will develop training curriculum and materials, and conduct trainings to all ISCC PLUS users (Certification Bodies, auditors, System Users, and other stakeholders) 
• You will provide technical support for all users (and potential users) for their understanding and implementing of ISCC PLUS certification requirements in a timely and professional manner
• You will follow up with regulatory developments & ISO standards related to traceability and chain of custody
• You will carry out benchmarking as well as develop and manage pilot projects
• You will represent ISCC at external events (e.g. conferences, stakeholder meetings)

Your profile:
• University degree in bioenergy, chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental sciences, mechanical engineering, material science
• At least 2 years of professional experience after graduation, preferably related to: circular economy, bio economy, auditing, certification systems or similar
• Proven professional experience in project management
• Excellent research and writing skills 
• Excellent communication skills in an international environment with stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent language skills in English (at least C1), additional language skills will be of advantage
• High degree of initiative and independent working style
• Willingness to contribute to the continuous process improvement within the company
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally

Why us?:
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

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.