Job Description
ITC 24 mantra is hiring for Field Certification role
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nThe primary objective is to drive on-ground implementation and management of Internal Control Systems (ICS) for certified organic grower groups. Responsible for internal audits, and exhaustive documentation to guarantee 100% compliance
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nKey Responsibilities
nOn-Ground Documentation & Data Management
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- Maintain comprehensive, up-to-date documentation for all registered farmers (Farmer Diaries, Farm History Sheets, and Land Maps). Cover 3 ICS in a monthn
- Perform timely data entries into traceability software platforms (e.g., APEDA’s Tracenet for NPOP standards in India).n
- Ensure all new farmers read, understand, and sign membership agreements and pledge formn
- Document yields, storage conditions, and purchase records to maintain a transparent audit trailn
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nInternal Auditing & Inspection
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- Manage documentation related to crop risk assessments, input approvals, and seed sourcen
- Conduct routine internal inspections and surprise visits of member farms to verify adherence to organic standards (NPOP, NOP, or EU regulations).n
- Fill out internal inspection checklists accurately and identify any non-conformances (NCs).n
- Assist the ICS Manager and external third-party certification auditors during annual audits.n
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nQualifications & Requirements
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- Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, or a related field.n
- Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience in organic agriculture, preferably handling ICS documentation for farmer producer organizations (FPOs) or organic export companies.n
- Knowledge: Understanding of the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) or other international organic guidelines.n
- Skills: Strong proficiency in local languages - (preferred Telugu for South), basic computer literacy for documentation, and willingness to travel extensively within rural farming clusters.n