Agric Auditor at MacTay Consulting

Summary

• Evaluate and audit our palm oil production processes, ensuring adherence to established standards, environmental regulations, and ethical guidelines.
• A deep understanding of agricultural practices and sustainability principles is required and the ability to assess and improve our farming operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular on-site audits of palm oil plantations, assessing compliance with environmental, social, and ethical standards.
• Evaluate and analyze agricultural practices to identify areas for improvement in sustainability, efficiency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including farmers, agronomists, and operations managers, to implement corrective actions and best practices.
• Review and analyze documentation related to land use, water management, and chemical usage to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to sustainable agriculture, incorporating new knowledge into auditing processes.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings, recommendations, and action plans for continuous improvement.
• Provide training and support to internal teams and external stakeholders to enhance awareness and understanding of sustainable agricultural practices.
• Foster positive relationships with regulatory agencies, certification bodies, and other stakeholders involved in palm oil production.

Requirements

• HND / BSc in Banking and Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2 - 3 years’ relevant audit experience
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for preparing reports and interacting with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Certification as a sustainability auditor is a plus.
• Technology savvy, and high level of proficiency in MS. Office (particularly MS. Excel).