Senior Consultant –ISO 9001:2026 Certification Project, Supply Division – Financial Management Centre – Governance, Risk and Compliance Unit, 10 months, Copenhagen, Denmark (Remote) - Req: 593299

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The purpose of this consultancy is to lead and execute the full ISO 9001:2015 (2026) Quality Management System (QMS) certification project for Supply Division (SD), including planning, system design, documentation, implementation oversight, internal audit preparation, staff training, and coordination with the selected certification body. Ensure SD is audit‑ready and achieves certification within the project timeline.

The Senior ISO 9001 Consultant will: (See TOR for details)

1. Support Project Planning & Governance
2. Gap Assessment & QMS Design
3. Documentation & Process Development
4. Implementation & Change Management
5. Training & Capacity Building
6. Internal Audit Management
7. Certification Audit Support
8. Post-Certification Roadmap

If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here:  ToR SD ISO 9001 Senior Consultant.pdf [link removed]

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… 

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Quality Management, or a related discipline. A first university degree (Bachelor’s degree)in above areas may be considered in lieu of an advanced university degree in conjunction with 2 additional years of relevant work experience.

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification (IRCA‑accredited and ISO 19011‑compliant) — mandatory requirement.
• Certified ISO 9001 Implementer (or equivalent formal training) covering ISO 9001:2015 and, where available, the upcoming ISO 9001:2026 standard; alternatively, demonstrated in‑depth knowledge and practical understanding of the anticipated changes introduced by the revised ISO 9001 standard.

Work Experience:

•     At least 10 years of experience implementing ISO 9001 in large, complex organizations

•     Demonstrated experience in leading a full ISO certification cycle, particularly within organizations that include the following processes within scope:

• -Supply chain management
• -Procurement and sourcing
• -Logistics and distribution
• -Quality control laboratories
• -Global warehouse operations
• -Supplier management
• -Global health product management

•     Experience in UN system, international organizations, or regulated environments (preferred).

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English (oral and written) is required.

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:

•     Strong expertise in ISO 9001:2015, quality systems, process mapping, internal audits, and risk-based thinking, combined with up-to-date knowledge of the ISO 9001:2026 revision, including its new requirements, structure, and implementation considerations.

•     Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

•     Demonstrated application of structured project management methodologies in complex, multi stakeholder environments is an asset.

•     Excellent communication, facilitation, and training capabilities.

Desirables:

• Certification in Project Management, such as PRINCE2 and/or PMI‑certified credentials (e.g. PMP or equivalent).

For every Child, you demonstrate...

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UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF [link removed]. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

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Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):

• An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• A separate financial proposal:  Financial Proposal xxx2097.docx [link removed]
• A submission of detailed technical proposal is required outlining the applicant’s understanding of the assignment, proposed approach and methodology, relevant experience, and proposed workplan for delivering the assignment.

Remarks:  If the TOR or financial proposal documents are not visible on certain recruitment platforms, please visit our official page Vacancies | UNICEF Careers [link removed].

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