Position Overview
The Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring full adherence to local regulations, company policies, and international certification standards—including GLOBAL. A.P, META, LEAF Marque, and Rainforest Alliance—across all farm operations. This position collaborates closely with the HR Department, Health & Safety Supervisor, and field and production teams to uphold compliance standards, sustain audit preparedness, and foster a culture of safety, quality, and operational integrity.
Responsibilities include overseeing critical functions and driving organizational success through key initiatives. The position requires managing and executing essential duties to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness. This involves coordinating projects, overseeing team performance, and aligning activities with strategic objectives. Additionally, the role demands maintaining high standards of accountability, fostering collaboration, and ensuring compliance with established policies. The incumbent will be expected to analyze performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance productivity and quality. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are essential to meet the challenges of this dynamic role.
Ensures strict adherence to all regulatory standards and certification requirements, meticulously reviewing and implementing applicable laws, guidelines, and industry benchmarks to maintain organizational compliance. Identifies potential risks and gaps in current processes, proposing corrective actions to mitigate non-compliance. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce policies that align with legal and regulatory obligations, while providing guidance to ensure consistent application across departments. Monitors changes in regulations, assessing their impact on operations and initiating necessary adjustments to uphold compliance integrity. Conducts audits and assessments to verify adherence, documenting findings and implementing corrective measures where required. Serves as the primary point of contact for regulatory inquiries and coordinates responses to ensure timely and accurate resolution.
Guarantee complete adherence to all relevant regulations, labor laws, and certification requirements.
Perform routine internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance across field operations, pack house activities, and office functions.
Conduct a thorough assessment to pinpoint areas of non-compliance, potential risks, and deviations from established standards, then propose strategic corrective measures to address these findings.
Policy enforcement, procedures implementation, and protocol adherence oversight are key responsibilities within this role. Candidates must demonstrate a thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks, internal guidelines, and established standards to ensure organizational compliance. Proficiency in assessing operational workflows, identifying deviations, and implementing corrective measures is essential. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex policies are required to maintain consistency and mitigate risks. Effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders are necessary to promote adherence to established protocols and drive continuous improvement.
Craft, evaluate, and uphold policies, procedures, and standard operating protocols to ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance standards.
Verify that all employees are fully informed about and consistently follow established company compliance protocols and industry best practices.
Work collaboratively with HR and supervisory teams to uphold organizational policies, manage disciplinary actions, and resolve grievances in accordance with compliance standards.
To achieve audit readiness, the organization must thoroughly prepare financial records, ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards, and address any identified control deficiencies. This involves maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation, implementing robust internal controls, and conducting periodic self-assessments to proactively identify and mitigate risks. Additionally, the role requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to align processes with audit objectives, resolve discrepancies, and provide timely responses to auditor inquiries. A strong understanding of accounting principles, regulatory frameworks, and risk management practices is essential, along with the ability to analyze complex financial data and communicate findings clearly to leadership and auditors.
To ensure the farm remains prepared for audits at all times, conduct regular assessments and maintain meticulous documentation to uphold compliance standards.
Prepare, verify, and maintain the precision of all necessary compliance documentation required for both internal and external audits.
Provide assistance to the Farm Operations Manager throughout certification and client audit processes, ensuring thorough tracking of audit findings until closure.
We are seeking a skilled professional to lead and implement training programs and awareness initiatives, ensuring employees are fully equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills. The role involves developing and delivering educational content, assessing training needs, and measuring program effectiveness to drive continuous improvement. Candidates must possess strong communication abilities, experience in instructional design or training facilitation, and a proven track record of engaging diverse audiences. Additionally, familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and compliance training is highly desirable.
Facilitate consistent toolbox talks, workshops, and training sessions focused on compliance, health, safety, and environmental standards.
Foster an environment where accountability, safety, and compliance are prioritized and demonstrated by all employees.
Manages reporting functions and oversees risk management processes to ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards. Develops and implements risk mitigation strategies, monitors risk exposure, and prepares comprehensive reports for senior management and stakeholders. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify emerging risks, assess their potential impact, and recommend corrective actions. Ensures accurate and timely financial and operational reporting while maintaining robust internal controls.
Ensure meticulous documentation of compliance records and reports upholding regulatory standards.
Monitor compliance incidents and corrective actions, documenting them thoroughly and ensuring their resolution is expedited in a timely manner.
Deliver consistent compliance performance reports to the Farm Operations Manager.
We value strong teamwork and actively seek candidates who excel in cooperative environments, both within the team and across departments. This role requires the ability to engage effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners to achieve shared objectives. Proficiency in communication and interpersonal skills is essential to foster productive relationships and drive collective success. Applicants must demonstrate experience in collaborative settings, ensuring seamless coordination and alignment with organizational goals.
Collaborate effectively with the HR Department to facilitate employee training initiatives, enforce disciplinary policies, and address grievances in alignment with compliance standards.
Work collaboratively with the Health & Safety Supervisor to uphold and enforce occupational safety standards in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with all teams within field operations, the pack house, and the office to foster a culture of compliance.
Measures key performance indicators (KPIs) to systematically evaluate and track progress against established objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and facilitating data-driven decision-making.
The role involves monitoring adherence to regulatory standards and conducting thorough audits to evaluate operational effectiveness, ensuring full compliance with applicable laws and internal policies. Key responsibilities include reviewing financial records, assessing risk management practices, and identifying areas for improvement to mitigate potential violations. A strong understanding of compliance frameworks and audit methodologies is essential, along with proficiency in relevant regulatory requirements and reporting tools. Excellent analytical and communication skills are required to present findings clearly and recommend corrective actions to senior management. Experience in a similar role within a regulated industry is highly desirable.
Ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and certification mandates is mandatory.
Maintaining zero instances of major non-conformities in both internal and external audits is essential.
Prompt and complete resolution of all audit findings must be achieved within a 14-day timeframe.
The role involves developing and implementing training programs focused on enhancing organizational awareness and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. This position requires designing engaging educational materials, conducting sessions, and evaluating the effectiveness of training initiatives to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Additionally, the role encompasses identifying skill gaps, collaborating with stakeholders to tailor programs to specific needs, and measuring the impact of training on employee performance and organizational outcomes.
Completion of all scheduled compliance and safety training programs is mandatory.
Employees consistently demonstrate a 90% retention of knowledge, as validated by assessment results.
The role involves overseeing performance metrics and generating detailed reports to ensure operational transparency and accountability. Key responsibilities include tracking system health, analyzing data trends, and compiling findings into comprehensive summaries for stakeholders. Proficiency in reporting tools and data visualization software is required, along with strong analytical skills to interpret complex datasets. The ideal candidate will have experience in performance monitoring, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to communicate insights effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ensure the precise and punctual delivery of all compliance reports.
Record, monitor, and resolve all compliance incidents to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies.
Risk Management professionals are entrusted with identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential risks to safeguard organizational assets, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and protect against financial, operational, or reputational threats. They conduct thorough risk assessments, analyze data trends, and develop strategic frameworks to minimize exposure while aligning with the organization’s objectives. This role demands strong analytical skills, proficiency in risk assessment tools, and the ability to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders at all levels. Additionally, candidates should possess experience in regulatory frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, and a keen understanding of industry-specific risks to contribute proactively to decision-making processes.
Diligently identifying and proactively addressing at least 95% of potential compliance risks before they escalate into significant issues.
Facilitates seamless coordination and communication between various departments to ensure cohesive project execution and operational alignment. Encourages teamwork and shared accountability to achieve common organizational objectives efficiently.
Maintain seamless collaboration with HR, Health & Safety, and field teams to ensure corrective compliance actions are executed effectively.
Qualified and enthusiastic candidates are invited to submit their CV to thomas@evergreenavocados.net, with the position explicitly noted in the email subject line.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
3 - 10 years
