Certification Body Integrity Assessor
Certification Body Integrity Assessor 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