ORGANIC CERTIFICATION & PROJECT COORDINATOR – MALAWI – aQysta

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage internal and external organic audit, liaising with the certification bodies, auditors, regulatory stakeholders and internal departments
• Ensure effective compliance management, including documentation systems, certification renewals, traceability records, and audit preparedness.
• Oversee the onboarding and integration of farmers, cooperatives, and partner organizations into the organic certification program.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance on EU Organic Regulations, certification requirements, and compliance systems across all operational areas.
• Manage internal audits and improvements on the Internal Control System (ICS) of associated farmer groups to ensure consistent compliance with EU organic standards
• Lead capacity-building initiatives by developing training programs and supervising field teams, lead farmers, and cooperatives.
• Prepare and present periodic operational, compliance, and impact reports to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Strong team player.
• In-depth knowledge of EU organic certification processes.
• Ability to network and promote organic farming.
• Hands-on, adaptable, and flexible.
• Skilled at building structures and systems.
• Resilient under pressure.
• Willingness to travel throughout Malawi.
• Strong communication skills at both farmer and stakeholder levels.
• Fluency in English and Chichewa.
• Good attention-to-detail and analytical skill for documentation
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in agriculture or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the field of Organic certification requirements, processes, and reporting, is a must.
• Knowledgeable about organic certification.
• Energetic and proactive.
• Trustworthy and reliable.
• Able to work independently.
• Proactive attitude

How to Apply