Certification Body Integrity Assessor [Remote]

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Certification Body Integrity Assessor based in United States.

This role plays a critical part in safeguarding the credibility and consistency of an internationally recognized sustainability certification system. You will assess Certification Bodies to ensure full compliance with established standards, with a strong focus on quality management systems and audit integrity. The position involves both remote and on-site assessments across North and Latin America, requiring frequent travel and close collaboration with global teams. You will evaluate audit performance, review certification processes, and ensure alignment with ISO/IEC requirements and internal frameworks. The role is highly analytical and detail-oriented, combining technical auditing expertise with a strong ethical foundation. You will also contribute to improving system robustness by identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions. This is a mission-driven environment where integrity, independence, and sustainability are central to every activity.

Accountabilities

• Plan, prepare, and coordinate Integrity Assessments (on-site, remote, and desktop-based), including scheduling, logistics, and travel coordination in alignment with central teams.
• Conduct Certification Body assessments across North and Latin America, ensuring compliance with applicable sustainability and certification standards.
• Perform detailed reviews of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and evaluate conformity with ISO/IEC 17065 requirements and internal certification rules.
• Execute witness assessments to evaluate auditor competence, performance, and adherence to established audit methodologies.
• Analyze audit evidence, identify non-conformities, and ensure proper follow-up on corrective actions and closure of findings.
• Prepare clear, structured, and evidence-based Integrity Assessment Reports and Certification Body evaluation documentation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of integrity frameworks, audit methodologies, and certification system effectiveness.

Requirements:

• University degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in certification, auditing, conformity assessment, or quality management systems.
• Mandatory experience in auditing or working within certification systems, with completed auditor or lead auditor training (preferably ISO 19011).
• Strong expertise in ISO/IEC 17065 and Certification Body Quality Management Systems, including competence management and certification decision processes.
• Proven experience conducting audits, desktop reviews, remote assessments, and on-site evaluations using evidence-based methodologies.
• Ability to assess auditor performance and conduct witness audits is a strong advantage.
• Excellent report-writing skills with the ability to document findings, non-conformities, and corrective actions in a clear and objective manner.
• Strong understanding of global supply chains and complex organizational structures.
• High integrity and independence, with no conflicts of interest (cannot simultaneously act as a Certification Body auditor).
• Fluency in English; Spanish and/or Portuguese are strong advantages.
• Based in North or Latin America with full willingness and availability to travel extensively across the region.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills with a structured and independent working style.
• Proficiency in standard IT tools such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Benefits:

• Fully remote work with flexible working hours
• Competitive compensation package
• Structured onboarding program for a smooth integration
• Opportunity to collaborate with international sustainability and risk assessment experts
• Exposure to global certification systems and sustainability initiatives
• Strong autonomy with the ability to shape processes and contribute to system development
• Professional growth opportunities through collaboration across specialized partner organizations
• Inclusive and equal-opportunity working environment

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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