Senior Program Officer, Auditing and Accreditation

Verra Mobility

4d • Remote

About The Position

Verra is seeking a Senior Program Officer to support the oversight of Validation and Verification Bodies (VVBs) and to strengthen their capacity to conduct audits effectively and consistently under Verra programs. This role is within the Auditing and Accreditation team in Verra’s Program Management Department and focuses on supporting VVB application reviews, performance observation audits, and ongoing monitoring activities.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant professional experience, with at least 3 years working with VVBs or accreditation bodies, ideally doing GHG project certification or sustainable development project certification.
• A relevant university degree. An advanced degree would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in climate change mitigation, carbon crediting programs/standards, sustainability science, and/or the Sustainable Development Goals.
• Strong understanding of the standards and principles of auditing and the auditing techniques of examining, questioning, evaluating, and reporting to determine a quality system's adequacy and deficiencies.
• Knowledge of Verra’s standards, ISO 17029, ISO 14065, ISO 14064, ISO 14066, and social auditing accreditation standards; preference given to candidates with relevant professional training and/or certifications.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to focus accurately and efficiently on one or multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ownership of projects/initiatives from planning to completion.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and work efficiently and effectively under deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Cultural awareness with the ability to work with stakeholders and partners from different countries and cultures.
• Fluency in English is essential; preference will be given to candidates with fluency in additional UN languages.
• Enthusiasm for and the ability to travel internationally (up to 50% of the time), conducting audits in sometimes remote and difficult conditions.

Nice To Haves

• A relevant university degree. An advanced degree would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of Verra’s standards, ISO 17029, ISO 14065, ISO 14064, ISO 14066, and social auditing accreditation standards; preference given to candidates with relevant professional training and/or certifications.
• Fluency in English is essential; preference will be given to candidates with fluency in additional UN languages.

Responsibilities

• Support the selection, planning, and implementation of performance observation audits of VVB validation and/ or verification activities, including:
• Monitor notifications of upcoming VVB audits to identify suitable performance observation audit opportunities
• Coordinate with appropriate Verra staff to assign and conduct performance observation audits
• Manage and plan logistics with VVBs, project proponents, and internal teams, including communications and travel coordination
• Conduct performance observation audits to verify the competence and effectiveness of approved VVBs in conducting validations and/or verifications within a defined scope.
• Document and manage performance observation audit findings
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external inquiries received through Verra’s Auditing and Accreditation inbox, providing professional, timely, and consistent responses.
• Support the technical review and management of VVB applications, including:
• Reviewing submitted documentation to assess completeness and alignment with Verra program requirements
• Communicating with applicant VVBs regarding application status, requests for clarification, and next steps
• Supporting internal review processes related to VVB approval and scope eligibility.
• Support the development, maintenance, and consistent application of standard operating procedures related to Verra’s Auditing and Accreditation processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date VVB information across Verra systems.
• Collect, maintain, and analyze VVB performance data to support ongoing quality monitoring, reporting, and decision-making, including contributing to the development and maintenance of VVB performance scorecards.
• Provide support to other workstreams in the A&A Team, such as developing requirements for VVBs,
• Collaborate with colleagues across Verra’s Program Management and other internal teams to ensure coordinated oversight of VVB performance and consistent application of Verra program rules.
• Other responsibilities to be defined as the Auditing and Accreditation team evolves.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental care, and life insurance
• Verra contributions to each employee’s retirement plan/pension scheme with employee and employer contributions
• Paid leave, comprising 22-30 days vacation, 7 days of annual sick leave, holidays, and sabbatical after five years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level