Job Title: ISO Associate
Organization: Gudie Leisure Farm (GLF)
Location: Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: October 23rd, 2024
About Gudie Leisure Farm (GLF):
Gudie Leisure Farm, a trade name of R&G Investments Ltd, is a social enterprise established in 2009 with a mission to transform African agribusiness by empowering youth with the skills and competences needed to start and grow sustainable agribusinesses. GLF’s work focuses on delivering solutions that promote economic growth, especially for vulnerable populations like women and youth, creating sustainable and prosperous communities.
Job Summary:
The ISO Associate will lead efforts to attain ISO certification for Gudie Leisure Farm and ensure continuous compliance with ISO standards. The successful candidate will work closely with consultants, oversee the ISO certification process, and drive continuous improvement in line with the requirements of ISO standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify Relevant ISO Standards: Determine which ISO standards are applicable to GLF’s operations, such as ISO 9001 for quality management or ISO 22000 for food safety management.
- Understand ISO Standards: Ensure thorough knowledge of ISO standards relevant to GLF and communicate these to stakeholders.
- Documentation and Processes: Develop and document procedures, policies, and processes that comply with ISO standards, ensuring accessibility for relevant personnel.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance compliance, efficiency, and effectiveness with ISO standards.
- Training and Awareness: Conduct training for staff on ISO requirements, roles, and responsibilities.
- Implementation and Compliance: Roll out documented processes across the organization and assess compliance.
- Internal Audits: Conduct audits to ensure adherence to ISO requirements and identify areas for improvement.
- Risk Management: Implement risk management processes, including developing risk registers and mitigation strategies.
- Certification Audit Preparation: Prepare for certification audits by conducting gap analyses, resolving non-conformities, and ensuring documentation is up to date.
- Corrective Action: Address findings from audits, implement corrective actions, and maintain continuous compliance with ISO standards.
- Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement by monitoring processes, conducting internal audits, and addressing improvement opportunities.
- Support Management Reviews: Assist with management reviews of the quality management system and ISO compliance performance.
Qualifications:
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in quality management, business administration, or a related field.
- Knowledge of ISO Standards: In-depth understanding of ISO standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 22000, or ISO 14001.
- Quality Management Experience: Prior experience in quality management, compliance, or auditing is desirable.
- Auditing Skills: Proficiency in internal audits and knowledge of audit principles. Certification as an internal auditor is a plus.
- Documentation and Process Management: Strong organizational skills for managing ISO compliance documents.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and solve issues related to non-conformities and process improvements.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse teams.
- Project Management Skills: Experience in planning and implementing ISO compliance initiatives.
- Continuous Improvement Mindset: Proactive approach to learning and enhancing ISO processes.
- Certifications: Certifications related to ISO standards or quality management systems are a plus (e.g., Certified ISO 9001 Lead Implementer).
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application via the following link: CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Gudie Leisure Farm
Industry: Agribusiness/Social Enterprise
Location: Uganda
We look forward to receiving your application!