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Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
System Auditor

Location: Bassersdorf, Switzerland

The International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) has a vacancy for the position of a System Auditor.

ISTA is a non-profit Association under Swiss law. It produces internationally agreed rules for seed sampling and testing, accredits laboratories, promotes research, and disseminates knowledge in seed science and technology. Its membership currently consists of laboratories, personal members and associate members from 81 countries/distinct economies around the world.

The advertised position is located at the Association’s headquarters/Secretariat in Bassersdorf, Switzerland. The System Auditor reports to the head of the accreditation and technical department, which is made of three permanent positions (including the advertised position). The ISTA Secretariat consists of 11 professional permanent employees and is managed by the Secretary General.

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing ISTA audits and assisting with the Proficiency Tests programme organised by the Association.
The following requirements are essential for success in this role:

Education:

Bachelor degree or equivalent in agriculture/biology or other relevant fields. Certification and registration as Quality System Auditor or Lead Auditor with an internationally recognized quality assurance body under an internationally recognized scheme is desirable.

Experience: At least 3 years experience in quality assurance reflecting progressive expansion of responsibilities, experience in performing audits preferably in the seed sector or related fields.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

  • Ability to audit against the ISTA Accreditation Standard
  • Knowledge of seed testing and related technology
  • Professional computer skills in MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
  • Fluent in English (both oral and written)
  • Knowledge of additional languages are a definite asset
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
  • Ready and willing to travel internationally
  • Ability to cooperate – team player
  • Ability to communicate and work with people belonging to many different cultures

Job Requirements:
The successful candidate must be able to perform effectively in each of these areas:

  • Preparation of the audit programme
  • Performing audits (both documents and on-site assessment)
  • Coordination of audit, including coordination of technical auditor and audited laboratory
  • Assist with travel arrangement and visa procurement
  • Participation in required meetings (e.g. Accreditation Department meeting, staff meeting, annual meeting, auditors’ meeting)
  • Assist with the organization of ISTA Proficiency Test programme
  • Assist and participate in the Secretariat Quality Assurance programme
  • Assist with the organization of Quality Assurance workshops
  • Highly developed and demonstrated teamwork. Experience working in and contributing to a flexible, employee-empowering work environment.
  • Be an active participant in various ISTA Secretariat activities and programmes as may be required, including: Publications, Marketing, Technical Committees support, communication and team activities.

To Apply:

Please send your cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three references to the attention of:
Dr. Florina Palada
ISTA Secretariat
Zurichstrasse 50
8303 Bassersdorf
Switzerland
florina.palada@ista.ch

Dead line for application: 20 February 2016

More positions from: ISTA - International Seed Testing Association*

Posted from January 11, 2016 until February 20, 2016
SeedQuest reference number: 72293

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
 
 
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