Agriculture Specialist at Preferred by Nature (formerly known as NEPCon)

Other duties will include:

• Support the coordination and execution of audits in East Africa
• Develop and implement evaluation schedules and ensure timely and efficient completion of these.
• Ensure efficiency, quality control and adherence to Preferred by Nature’s technical and administration certification protocols.
• Provide customer service to current and potential clients of Preferred by Nature in East Africa to include, but not limited to, providing information about certification, technical guidance on the interpretation of certification standards and the certification process and trademark use.
• Develop and maintain strong technical expertise in Agriculture Certification Schemes’ and Preferred by Nature policies, standards and protocols.
• Reporting

Who you are

• You have a college degree and/or equivalent (4-year degree) in Agriculture sciences, Biology, Environmental and/or Social sciences.
• You have at least 2 years of relevant experience in agriculture-related field.
• You have previous auditing experience with relevant schemes (RA, UEBT, SRP, Global GAP, CAFÉ Practices, and similar).
• You have experience working on/with agriculture farms.
• You are fluent in English. Knowledge of the French language is a big asset.
• You believe in Preferred by Nature’s mission and want to contribute to it.

What we offer you

• An in-depth onboarding and professional training to equip you with the right skills and knowledge to thrive in this role
• An exciting and challenging position within a dynamic and innovative international organisation with a mission-driven work atmosphere
• Excellent opportunities for growth and professional development
• Potential future international travel opportunities
• A friendly, global team of colleagues with a pleasant work environment
• Work time: full-time position
• Working location: home office in Kenya
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Additional information:

• The position holder reports to our Agriculture Team Leader, based in Kenya
• Expected starting date: as soon as possible