Sustainability Manager – Sustainable Fuels

Permanent employee, Full-time · Köln

Your tasks

At ISCC we are a close team of highly motivated, supportive and committed young professionals with a multitude of backgrounds. If you feel we are a fit, we are looking forward to welcoming you as Sustainability Manager – Sustainable Fuels in a permanent full-time position in our team at the ISCC head office in Cologne.

You will support in developing the ISCC scheme with regard to new legislation and market requirements in the field of sustainable fuels
You will monitor relevant legislation in the fields of sustainable aviation, shipping, and road transport and assess its implications for ISCC certification
You will develop and implement certification requirements to align with legal requirements and to strengthen the integrity of the scheme
You will develop and update ISCC system documents, audit procedures, training materials 
You will establish and maintain good working relations with relevant stakeholders from across sectors, including Government, NGOs, Academia and companies along the fuels value chain
You will represent ISCC at external events (e.g. conferences, stakeholder meetings)

Your profile

University degree in economics, law, business management, chemistry, bio-economy, agricultural economics or another related field
At least 3 years of professional experience after graduation
At least 2 years of relevant professional experience within the industry (e.g. certification organisations, stakeholder associations, company applying relevant certification) for similar topics
Proven professional experience in the fields of SAF, LCAF, marine fuels, RFNBOs or bio-methane/bio-LNG will be of great advantage
Proven professional experience in project management
Excellent communication skills in an international environment with stakeholders at all levels
Excellent language skills in English (at least C1) good German skills will be of advantage
Service-oriented thinking and excellent networking capability, especially in international environments
Very strong presentation skills as well as the ability to explain complex issues in simple terms and to prepare professional presentations according to target group
General IT proficiency and good working knowledge in MS Office
High degree of initiative and very good decision-making ability combined with an independent working style and pragmatic, hands-on attitude
Willingness to contribute to the continuous improvement process and to drive change
Willingness and ability to travel internationally

Why us?

Our team is our core asset and we want to support our people as best we can. To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

Three days home-office, four weeks remote work at a place of choice, flexible working hours and trust-based working time
Permanent contracts
30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year’s eve, carnival monday)
A bonus scheme
A generous pension scheme in line with our sustainability values
JobTicket/Deutschlandticket and JobRad options
Many free language classes
Sabbatical options
Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
An individual learning and development path
Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions, 4C Services, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
An attractive and modern office in the centre of Cologne with many lunch and shopping options close by
Urban Sports Club
Active Break scheme with daily sessions such as Yoga, strengthening or breathing techniques
Free fruits, snacks, tea, coffee …
The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
Great team events

Ready to join our team?

Then we would be happy to hear from you soon! Please apply via the button below with a meaningful cover letter, CV and any relevant certificates.
We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you in our team soon!

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender or any other criteria that is not a professional qualification for an open position.

Contact: Lisa Mies

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About us

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. More than 8400 companies in over 130 countries worldwide use the ISCC System. ISCC covers all sustainable feedstocks, including agricultural and forestry biomass, circular materials and renewables. As a no-deforestation standard with a strong commitment to protect forests, high-carbon stock lands and biodiversity, ISCC strives for a world where biomass and other raw materials are produced in an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable manner.

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Your application

Thank you very much for your interest in working with us.

Please fill in the following short form. Should you have any questions or difficulties in uploading your files, please contact us by e-mail at hiring@iscc-system.org.