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