About the Company

Beyond Beans is the sustainability foundation of ETG, dedicated to advancing sustainable and climate-resilient projects across cocoa, coffee, and cashew supply chains. Our impact-driven programs aim to protect biodiversity and significantly improve the livelihoods of farmers and their families.

Operating internationally with a presence in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria, Ecuador, Cameroon, and Togo, Beyond Beans supports over 100,000 rural farmer households. We provide training in agroforestry and regenerative agriculture, offer seedlings, and deliver cash premiums. Our multidisciplinary team comprises specialists and experts experienced in climate-smart agroforestry, community development, and gender equity promotion.

Job Description

ETG Beyond Beans is seeking an experienced Internal Management System Officer to join our operations in Ondo, Nigeria. This pivotal role involves coordinating field teams and ensuring the seamless execution of IMS activities to bolster Beyond Beans' presence and impact in Nigeria's agricultural sector.

Key responsibilities include managing the implementation of the internal management system, designing group management plans, and conducting comprehensive training needs assessments for farmers. You will be responsible for preparing certification documentation according to RA specifications, managing data effectively, and overseeing administrative tasks. This role also requires coordinating and supervising IMS staff, planning and delivering farmer training sessions, and organizing internal inspections.

Furthermore, you will organize and coordinate the approval committee for farmer certification, manage risk, and implement the Group Management Plan. The role also involves organizing women empowerment activities and ensuring the Certification Coordinator is kept informed of progress. A strong understanding of EUDR, including planning and organizing implementation processes, is essential, as is ensuring producers understand control points and best practices in cocoa production.

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Required Skills

AgronomyCrop ProductionCocoa Sector ExperienceInternal Management Systems (IMS)RA StandardsEUDRData ManagementTraining DeliveryTeam ManagementAdministrative TasksRisk Management

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the process of setting up and implementing the internal management system.
  • Design the group management plan and conduct training need assessments for farmers.
  • Prepare certification documentation according to RA specifications and manage data.
  • Run administrative tasks, and coordinate and supervise IMS staff.
  • Plan farmers’ training and run training sessions for IMS staff.
  • Organize internal inspections.
  • Organize and coordinate the approval committee (responsible for approval of farmers into the certification system).
  • Coordinate risk management and implementation of the Group Management Plan.
  • Organize women empowerment activities.
  • Keep the Certification coordinator informed on progress.
  • Have a good knowledge of EUDR including planning and organizing the implementation of processes, working methods, and solutions.
  • Ensure that producers understand the applicable control points (best practices in cocoa production according to RA standard) and ensure that farmers are improving their techniques.

Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or a related course. M.Sc. Agronomy or related discipline will be an added advantage.
  • At least 2-year hands-on experience in crop production, experience in the cocoa sector is preferred.
  • Ability to work productively, with minimum supervision, and under pressure.
  • Ability to manage a team and efficiency in administrative tasks.
  • Good knowledge of IMS management Procedures, documents, and RA requirements.
  • Strong communication and training skills.
  • Authority in the management of documents and data.
  • A well-motivated and proactive person.
  • Detailed knowledge of RA Standard.

Benefits & Perks

  • Part of a fast-growing organization with a broad network and excellent future career opportunities.
  • Substantial freedom in your work.
  • Engagement in a broad range of sustainability topics.
  • Personal development opportunities.
  • Learn about the newest tools and programs to bring positive change to cocoa farmers’ livelihoods and the environment.

How to Apply

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<p>We are seeking a dedicated Internal Management System Officer to join our team in Ondo, Nigeria. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth coordination of field teams and the effective implementation of our Internal Management System (IMS) activities. You will be instrumental in supporting Beyond Beans' growth and sustainability initiatives within the Nigerian cocoa sector.</p> <p>Your responsibilities will include managing the setup and implementation of the IMS, designing group management plans, and conducting training needs assessments for farmers. You will also prepare certification documentation, manage data, and oversee administrative tasks. This position requires a proactive individual who can coordinate staff, plan and deliver training sessions, and organize internal inspections.</p>

Posted Date

February 23, 2026

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