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One Acre FundTupande Biochar Compliance Specialist (Fixed-Term)
Tupande's biochar facility in Kenya is recruiting a compliance specialist on a fixed-term contract. The position answers to the Biochar Lead and combines two areas: designing…
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Tupande's biochar facility in Kenya is recruiting a compliance specialist on a fixed-term contract. The position answers to the Biochar Lead and combines two areas: designing health, safety and environment programs, and running MRV, the monitoring and verification program for carbon credits. The holder builds the data system that logs inputs such as feedstock, output, quality and end-use details, and is the go-to contact for outside verifiers, auditors and regulators.…
Job Description
Tupande's biochar facility in Kenya is recruiting a compliance specialist on a fixed-term contract. The position answers to the Biochar Lead and combines two areas: designing health, safety and environment programs, and running MRV, the monitoring and verification program for carbon credits. The holder builds the data system that logs inputs such as feedstock, output, quality and end-use details, and is the go-to contact for outside verifiers, auditors and regulators.
Duties also include staff training, preparing audit evidence, and closing corrective actions raised by auditors.
Responsibilities
- Design and maintain the HSE program, covering risk registers, emergency plans, safety procedures and training
- Run the MRV system for feedstock, output, quality and carbon removal calculations, keeping records traceable
- Prepare audit-ready documents, monthly and quarterly carbon reports, and corrective actions for auditor findings
- Train facility staff and field teams on data recording, safety practice and biochar application methods
Requirements
- A university qualification in occupational health, environmental studies, engineering, analytics or agronomy, or a similar area
- At least three years in HSE, compliance, auditing or environmental data work
- Solid skills in managing data, writing reports and analysing results, with close attention to detail
- Fluent English
Qualifications
- Experience with OSHA, ISO or comparable regulatory frameworks is a strong advantage
- Familiarity with carbon standards or methodologies is a plus, though not required
- Experience in East Africa is an advantage
Core Skills
Benefits
- Mentorship and training programs
- Regular feedback and career reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who does the role report to?
The position answers to the Biochar Lead, and the work is based at the biochar facility in Kenya.
Which external bodies does the role deal with?
It is the go-to contact for outside verifiers and auditors, and for regulators such as NEMA and DOSH.
What experience is required?
Three-plus years in HSE, compliance or environmental data roles, plus fluent English.
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