Senior Sustainability Manager / Teamlead - Aviation and Maritime

ISCC System GmbH • Other • Köln • 1d ago

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is a globally applicable and leading certification system designed to enhance traceable, sustainable, deforestation-free, and climate-friendly supply chains. ISCC certifications are widely recognised and cover sustainable agricultural biomass, biogenic wastes and residues, non-biological renewable materials and recycled carbon-based materials. The development and implementation of different certification standards is ISCC's tool to promote its mission to mitigate climate change and bring more traceability into global markets and supply chains. To date, ISCC holds more than 11,300 valid certificates in 129 countries.

Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at ISCC come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to welcoming you as (Senior) Sustainability Manager in our team at the ISCC head office in Cologne.

Your main duties will be:

Co-design and implement ISCC's strategy in providing certification solutions for the aviation and maritime sectors
Co-lead the development of the ISCC CORSIA system in view of relevant legislative and market requirements
Provide technical expertise to develop ISCC's other certification standards (ISCC EU, ISCC PLUS) in view of emerging legislative and market requirements of the aviation and maritime sectors (e.g., in terms of certification requirements and procedures)
Evaluate and monitor international legislations relevant to ISCC's work in aviation and maritime (e.g., ICAO CORSIA, US low carbon fuel standards, IMO LCA Guidelines, etc.)
Support ISCC's work in voluntary markets for SAF and SMF (e.g., developing ISCC's book and claim solutions)
Manage own team, including feedback and development discussions, to achieve high performance, a productive and collaborative work environment and good team spirit
Contribute to ISCC EU controlling, including setting up relevant KPIs
Manage and optimize processes in the Aviation & Maritime team
Represent ISCC in relevant fora (conferences, events, etc.)
Co-lead ISCC stakeholder activities for the markets of aviation and maritime (e.g., new stakeholder committees)
Support conducting relevant trainings (e.g., ISCC CORSIA training)
Carry out benchmarking with other certification systems to continuously develop ISCC
Develop and manage pilot projects with key partners to create certification solutions for new fuels and supply chain set-ups
Provide technical support with regard to ISCC certification requirements to ISCC system users in a timely and professional manner

University degree in bioenergy, chemistry, circular economy, bioeconomy, environmental studies, business management, economics, law or similar
At least 3 years postgraduate professional experience
At least 2 year postgraduate professional experience in relevant field (e.g., sustainable fuels, circular economy, GHG calculations)
At least 2 year professional experience in a leading role
Preferred: experience with sustainability certification, labels and/or relevant sustainability legislation in aviation and/or maritime transport
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) and good German (at least B2), additional language 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 very good working knowledge in databases and 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

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.

To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

Great Team Environment

Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party)
Close collaboration with our sister companies ISCC System GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities

Individual learning and development plan

Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
Frequently feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection
Many free language classes
Access to several technical specific as well as training courses
The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
We promote from within!

Work-Life Balance

Hybrid set-up
4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation)
Flexible working hours and trust based working time
30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year's eve, carnival monday)
Sabbatical options

Financial benefits