Job Position for Standards and Assurance Manager
Beyond Beans Foundation
Job Opportunity: Standards and Assurance Manager
Location: Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week
Application Deadline: September 10, 2026
About the Role
Beyond Beans is seeking an experienced Standards and Assurance Manager to lead the implementation and management of certification and sustainability standards across our cocoa supply chains in Nigeria.
In this role, you will provide strategic leadership to the Standards and Assurance team, ensuring compliance across major industry frameworks—including Rainforest Alliance, Fairtrade, Cocoa Horizons, and Beyond Beans standards. You will oversee group-level risk assessments, support EUDR traceability efforts, and drive operational excellence across our programs.
Key Responsibilities
Standards & Certification Management
Monitor certification status, maintain compliance documentation, and stay updated on evolving regulations.
Conduct group-level risk assessments and internal audits related to EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation) and pesticide management.
Standardize processes, update operational documentation, and develop training materials for field teams and suppliers.
Data & Traceability
Collaborate with Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and Information Management teams to enhance digital data collection.
Support the collection of farmer polygon mapping and supply chain traceability data.
Lead efforts to map conventional EUDR suppliers and train partners on traceability controls.
Team Leadership & Governance
Provide strategic direction, define staff objectives, and manage team performance.
Oversee the annual Standards & Assurance budget to ensure efficient resource allocation.
Uphold organizational compliance, support fraud prevention measures, and enforce relevant local laws.
Candidate Requirements
Education: Master’s degree in Agricultural Development, Environmental Science, or a closely related discipline.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years managing agricultural standards within cocoa, coffee, or cashew supply chains (cocoa experience strongly preferred).
Certification Expertise: Demonstrated experience with Rainforest Alliance certification or equivalent agricultural standards is required.
Skills & Competencies:
Deep understanding of local West African agricultural realities.
Exceptional organizational, strategic planning, and budget management skills.
Strong advocacy, representation, and interpersonal communication capabilities.
Fluent in English (written and spoken).
Innovative, self-motivated, and capable of managing both high-level portfolios and operational tasks.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit the following documents:
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Motivation Letter
Note: Applications will only be accepted through the official Beyond Beans application form. Direct email submissions will not be considered.
Applications close at 11:59 PM UTC on September 10, 2026.
