Position Overview
The Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring full adherence to applicable local regulations, corporate policies, and globally recognized certification standards—such as GLOBAL. A.P, META, LEAF Marque, and Rainforest Alliance—across all farm operations. This position collaborates extensively with the HR Department, Health & Safety Supervisor, and every field and production team to uphold compliance, sustain audit preparedness, and foster a workplace environment rooted in safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Key Duties and Obligations
This position involves overseeing and executing a range of critical tasks essential to the organization’s success. Responsibilities include leading project teams, developing strategic initiatives, and ensuring adherence to company policies and industry regulations. The role demands strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and proficiency in relevant software tools. Additionally, the candidate must collaborate effectively with cross-functional departments, monitor performance metrics, and report progress to senior leadership. Experience in managing budgets, resolving operational challenges, and driving continuous improvement is also required.
Ensures adherence to all relevant regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and certification requirements throughout the organization. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to establish and implement comprehensive compliance policies, procedures, and controls. Conducts regular audits, assessments, and risk evaluations to identify gaps, mitigate hazards, and maintain operational integrity. Provides guidance on regulatory changes, interprets complex requirements, and supports internal stakeholders in achieving full compliance. Develops and delivers training programs to enhance awareness and foster a culture of compliance. Monitors emerging regulatory trends, assesses their potential impact, and recommends proactive measures to align with evolving standards. Maintains accurate documentation, tracks compliance metrics, and reports findings to leadership to support informed decision-making and demonstrate accountability.
Maintain strict adherence to all relevant regulations, labor laws, and certification requirements to ensure full compliance.
Perform routine internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance throughout field, pack house, and administrative operations.
Perform comprehensive assessments to detect compliance deficiencies, potential risks, and instances of non-compliance, then propose and implement targeted corrective measures to address identified issues.
The individual will be responsible for monitoring compliance with established policies, procedures, and protocols, ensuring strict adherence across all relevant departments. This role involves conducting regular audits, evaluating workflow efficiency, and identifying areas for improvement to maintain operational consistency. Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail are essential to detect deviations and implement corrective measures. Additionally, the position requires clear communication to train staff on regulatory requirements and foster a culture of accountability. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in policy enforcement, preferably within a regulated industry, and a demonstrated ability to interpret complex guidelines accurately.
Craft, assess, and uphold policies, procedures, and standard operating protocols that ensure regulatory adherence and organizational compliance.
Facilitate a comprehensive understanding among employees regarding company compliance protocols and established best practices, ensuring strict adherence to all relevant guidelines and standards.
Collaborate with HR professionals and department supervisors to uphold organizational policies, address disciplinary matters, and manage employee grievances in accordance with regulatory standards.
To ensure comprehensive audit preparation, the incumbent will conduct thorough reviews of financial records, internal controls, and compliance frameworks to identify potential risks or discrepancies. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather necessary documentation, validate data accuracy, and address any findings proactively. Additionally, the position requires maintaining meticulous records, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and organizational policies. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to stakeholders are essential for success in this role.
Ensure the farm remains perpetually prepared for audits through meticulous record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
Review, prepare, and verify all mandatory compliance documentation required for both internal and external audits to ensure complete accuracy.
Assist the Farm Operations Manager in managing certification processes and client audits, while ensuring the timely resolution and documentation of all audit findings.
The role involves developing and delivering training programs and awareness initiatives to ensure staff comprehension of policies, procedures, and compliance standards. Responsibilities include creating engaging educational materials, conducting workshops and seminars, and assessing the effectiveness of training efforts. Additionally, the position requires monitoring regulatory updates and integrating them into ongoing training to maintain organizational alignment with industry best practices. Strong communication skills, instructional design expertise, and the ability to tailor content for diverse audiences are essential for success in this role.
Facilitate routine toolbox talks, workshops, and training programs to ensure adherence to compliance, health, safety, and environmental standards.
Foster an environment where accountability, safety, and adherence to regulations are prioritized by every team member.
Responsible for overseeing reporting processes and implementing robust risk management strategies, this role ensures compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. Duties include compiling accurate financial and operational reports, analyzing potential risks, and developing mitigation plans. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in risk assessment tools. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, the role also involves communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders to enhance decision-making and safeguard company assets.
Ensure adherence to regulatory standards by meticulously documenting and submitting compliance reports and records.
Monitor, document, and verify the prompt resolution of compliance incidents and corrective actions to maintain adherence with regulatory standards.
Prepare compliance performance updates on a consistent basis for the Farm Operations Manager.
We work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive project success. Your ability to communicate effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to a dynamic work environment will be essential. You’ll engage with stakeholders across departments to align goals, resolve challenges, and ensure seamless project execution. Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive mindset are required to foster productive partnerships and achieve shared objectives.
Collaborate effectively with the HR Department to facilitate employee training initiatives, administer disciplinary measures, and resolve grievances in accordance with compliance standards.
Collaborate with the Health & Safety Supervisor to uphold adherence to occupational safety regulations and standards.
Foster collaboration with every team in field operations, pack house, and office environments to cultivate a strong culture of compliance.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are critical metrics used to evaluate the effectiveness and success of an organization, department, or individual in achieving strategic objectives. These quantifiable measures enable stakeholders to assess progress toward predefined targets, identify areas for improvement, and drive data-driven decision-making. KPIs may encompass financial, operational, customer satisfaction, or employee performance indicators, tailored to align with organizational priorities. Regular monitoring and analysis of KPIs provide valuable insights, facilitating continuous enhancement of processes and outcomes.
Ensures adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies through systematic monitoring, assessment, and reporting of organizational activities. Conducts independent audits to evaluate operational effectiveness, identify risks, and recommend corrective measures. Maintains comprehensive documentation of findings and collaborates with management to implement necessary controls, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in compliance frameworks, audit methodologies, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and certification standards is essential.
Ensure adherence to all compliance standards with zero major non-conformities observed in both internal and external audits.
Promptly resolve all audit findings within a 14-day timeframe.
We are seeking a professional to develop and implement comprehensive training programs designed to enhance awareness and ensure compliance with organizational policies, industry regulations, and best practices. Key responsibilities include assessing training needs, designing engaging educational materials, delivering workshops and seminars, and evaluating program effectiveness to drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in instructional design, adult learning principles, and change management, with strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse audiences. A background in corporate training, risk management, or related fields is highly desirable.
Completion of all scheduled compliance and safety training sessions is mandatory.
Employees consistently demonstrate a high level of knowledge retention, with 90% success rates verified through formal assessments.
Conducts ongoing surveillance of operations and performance metrics, compiling and analyzing data to produce accurate, timely reports that inform decision-making and compliance with organizational standards.
Ensures the precise and punctual preparation and submission of all required compliance reports.
All compliance incidents are documented, monitored, and addressed systematically.
Risk Management professionals are tasked with identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential risks to an organization’s operations, assets, and financial stability. They develop and implement strategies to minimize exposure to threats such as market volatility, regulatory changes, cybersecurity threats, and operational disruptions. By conducting thorough risk assessments, monitoring risk indicators, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and industry standards, they safeguard the organization against unforeseen challenges. Additionally, these professionals collaborate with various departments to foster a risk-aware culture, provide training on risk management protocols, and report on risk exposures to senior leadership for informed decision-making.
Diligent identification and resolution of 95% of prospective compliance risks are pursued proactively.
Cross-functional teamwork is essential for driving cohesive outcomes and maximizing collective expertise across various departments.
Collaborate seamlessly with HR, Health & Safety, and field teams to facilitate the execution of corrective compliance measures.
Prospective candidates who meet the qualifications are encouraged to submit their CV to thomas@evergreenavocados.net, with the job title clearly stated in the subject line of the email.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
3 - 10 years
