Certification & Compliance Officer

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• Drive compliance with internationally recognized certification standards (e.g., UTZ, Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade, Organic). • Coordinate and prepare for internal and external audits. • Strengthen and maintain quality management systems. • Ensure traceability and transparency across the cocoa supply chain. • Train and support farmers and field staff on certification requirements and best practices. • Monitor compliance with environmental, social, and economic sustainability criteria. • Prepare and submit certification reports and documentation. • Identify gaps and implement corrective actions to maintain certification status. • Collaborate with certification bodies, auditors, and stakeholders. • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Environmental Science, Quality Management, or a related field. • Professional certification in quality management, auditing, or sustainability standards is an added advantage. • Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in certification, compliance, quality assurance, or food production. • Strong knowledge of international certification schemes (e.g., UTZ, Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade, Organic). • Experience coordinating audits and working with certification bodies. • Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and documentation skills.