Netherlands: Assistant Compliance and Governance (Amsterdam) - Volunteer Position

Organization: Fairfood International
Country: Netherlands
Closing date: 14 Nov 2014

Name: Assistant Compliance and Governance (Amsterdam) – Volunteer Position (Part-time – 24 to 32 hours per week)

Department: Global Operations

Fairfood is an Amsterdam-based non-profit organisation that envisions a fair & sustainable food system able to adequately produce and provide nutritious food for everyone in a way that preserves the environment and natural resources for future generations, respects human rights and secures a thriving economy for all, thereby contributing to ending hunger and poverty.

It is Fairfood’s mission to improve the socio-economic conditions of vulnerable people, such as smallholder farmers, workers (especially women) and consumers in our food system and to ensure the sustainable production and consumption of food, by influencing the policies and practices of global food and beverage companies and governments.

Purpose of the position:

As an Assistant Compliance and Governance you will assist the Director of Global Operations with two specific projects: a) application to CBF certification and b) checking and improving compliance of our front offices with relevant legislation.

Position within the organisation:

As an Assistant Compliance and Governance, you will be working under the direct supervision of the Director of Global Operations, while soliciting support and advise from the legal and finance team.

Core responsibilities:

Your main responsibilities are:

• Manage the day-to-day activities related to the application towards CBF, chasing internal and external stakeholders to provide information and support ensuring that agreed planning and deadlines are met
• Develop interpretation of relevant legislation and recommend practical application for Fairfood
• Work on the practical application of legislation through follow up of recommendation

Competences, Knowledge, & Experience:

•You have graduated in law or finance (Msc) • You have knowledge of governance and compliance • You are self-starting and proactive • You are able to work well both independently and within a team • You have very good organizational skills and manage your time well. • You have affinity with Fairfood’s goals.

What we offer:

This is an unpaid position, which is suited to acquire work experience in this particular field of work and at an NGO. It offers you the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge about the food industry, campaigning, advocacy and sustainability. We offer a versatile position within a young international organisation. You will have the freedom and opportunities to continue developing yourself and achieve tangible results. We value our volunteers to whom we offer reimbursement of home-work travel, flexible work hours, as well as lunch when they are in the office.

Weekly hours: 24 to 32 (Three to four full days per week)

Duration: Three months with the possibility of renewal, starting as soon as possible.

How to apply:

If you recognise yourself in this outline and have noticed your core qualities detailed above, we would like to meet you! Please note that a residence / work permit is required. In order to apply, send your CV and motivation letter to Ewout van den Blink, Director Global Operations at ewout.vandenblink@fairfood.org before 14 November 2014.For enquiries, contact Ewout van den Blink by email or by phone +31 (0)627242991.