Job Description

Starting Date:

ASAP

Contract type:

9 Month Fixed Term Contract

Salary:

If hired in London - 49,868 GBP, if in Geneva - 86,380 CHF

Location:

London, Geneva

Application closing date:

14th August 2025

About the Job

Are you purpose-led and ready to embark on a journey to shape the future of sustainable cotton? Join us at Better Cotton as Senior Assurance Coordinator and be responsible for the recruitment, training and engagement of the auditors responsible for certifying to the Better Cotton Standards. Be part of the world's largest cotton sustainability initiative - we support more sustainable farming practices and farm livelihoods for nearly 3 million farmers in the Better Cotton network in 23 countries around the world.

The Challenge

Looking ahead to 2030, we are targeting reducing GHG emissions from cotton production by half, big cuts in synthetic pesticide use, improve soil health across our network, improve farm income and support women's empowerment among farmers and farm workers.


As Senior Assurance Coordinator you will be defining the strategy for training, engagement and relationship management of certification bodies globally, ensuring the credibility of certification to our Better Cotton Standards

Responsibilities

We are seeking a motivated Assurance Senior Coordinator to join our Team. In this role, you will be responsible for:

Develop and implement a training strategy for Better Cotton Certification Bodies Ensure effective recruitment, onboarding, contracting and data quality for all Better Cotton Certification Bodies Define and oversee the implementation of the strategy for engagement and relationship management of Certification Bodies Lead on updates to the General Certification Requirements for Certification Bodies. Contribute to technical oversight of Certification Bodies Contribute to assurance budgeting processes and wider work of Better Cotton Team

We are looking for someone who has

the following skills, knowledge, and experience:





Essential



At least 5 years' working experience with at least 1 years in a relevant field Project management experience Experience with standard systems and assurance, auditing or certification Demonstrable experience engaging with external consultants or verifiers/auditors Capacity to multi-task and handle multiple priorities Demonstrated interest in sustainability and international development Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook)


Desirable



Academic background in rural/ agricultural development and sustainability, or Auditing experience Work experience in the not-for-profit or membership sectors

What we offer

Competitive salary Hybrid working - Two to three days/week in the offices central London or Geneva The opportunity to work from anywhere in the world for up to one month per year Flexible working, with core hours from 10 am to 4 pm local time Continuous learning and development Pension scheme 25 days paid annual leave, plus 8-9 Bank Holidays and a further 3 days off over Christmas Enhanced parental benefits A warm, positive working environment where everyone is valued The opportunity to make your mark and make a difference.

Working arrangements

The position is full-time (40 hours per week) and will be based either in London or Geneva. Better Cotton offers flexible working, with core hours being 10 am - 4 pm. The position may require travel between regional offices

Apply now

Send us your CV (2 pages maximum) and a brief cover letter (1-page maximum) by or before

24th August 2025

via this link.



In your cover letter, please include an explanation of why your experience is specifically relevant to this role at Better Cotton. We want to see your personal style - what makes you tick and why you think your next opportunity is here with us.

Our hiring process

Initial Screening:

Applicant screening is a crucial step in our recruitment process. This stage may involve a brief phone interview or video call to evaluate your suitability for the position. During this screening, we review resumes and cover letters, and may conduct initial background checks to narrow down the pool of applicant. Internal candidates are encouraged to inform their line manager about their application to promote transparency and help facilitate a smooth transition if selected.

Interviews:

If you successfully pass the initial screening, you will be invited for interviews. The interview process at Better Cotton may include one or more rounds of interviews with various stakeholders, such as the hiring manager, team members, and potentially senior management. As an internal candidate, you may have discussions regarding your current responsibilities and how they will transition to the new position.

Assessment and Testing:

Depending on the role, you might be required to complete assessments, technical tests, or skills evaluations to gauge your competency and suitability for the position. Internal candidates may have the option to demonstrate their existing skills through current job performance or past project outcomes.

Reference Checks:

Once you progress further in the process, reference checks are conducted to validate your work history, skills, and qualifications, and for some roles, your education and criminal history. Internal candidates may be asked for references from current or previous supervisors within Better Cotton to provide insights into their performance and capabilities.

Offer stage:

After completing interviews, assessments, and reference checks, the hiring team evaluates your performance and fit for the role. If you are selected and your references are relevant and satisfactory, you will receive a formal job offer letter outlining the terms of employment, compensation, benefits, and any other relevant details. For internal candidates, the offer process may include a discussion about how your transition to the new role will be managed and any support needed for a smooth handover.

About Better Cotton

Better Cotton is a global not-for-profit organisation supporting the production of more equitable and sustainable cotton at farm level. We exist to catalyse the cotton farming community with partners, governments and others to continuously drive positive impact by setting standards and facilitating the supply and demand of more sustainable cotton from farm to brand. In just 15 years we have aligned more than a fifth of the world's cotton with our standard and helped farmers and farming communities thrive. Join us in building a better, more sustainable future for cotton worldwide.

About our Values

The post holder will be expected to operate in line with our workplace values which are:

Trustworthy

(including honest, transparent, credible) As having

Integrity

(including responsible, authentic)

Positive

(including problem-solving, pragmatic)

Engaging

(including adaptable, inclusive, holistic)

Daring

(including courageous, innovative, game-changing)

Being you @ Better Cotton

Better Cotton is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to good practice and transparency in the management of natural, human, and financial resources.



We have a zero-tolerance approach to any attitudes or behaviours that put children or adults at risk of harm. Safeguarding incidents are acts of serious misconduct and are grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including, dismissal and referral to relevant authorities for criminal prosecution. Therefore, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks.