Sustainable Standards Development


Job Description:

* Working with the government of Ecuador, producer groups and organic certification agencies to establish the sustainable protocols and standards for EcoMama SCIC.

* We are currently looking for several qualified individuals for the summer of 2007.  Other start dates may be negotiable. This is an internship position that requires some travel. 

Qualifications:

* Senior level undergraduates or graduate level students, or adequate related experience in field (MBA or other related graduate level students preferred)
* Passion for the organic and fair trade industry
* Fluency in Spanish preferred

Specific experience or knowledge in one of the following:
* Supply Chain Development
* Manufacturer Network Development
* Agriculture or Agroforestry Techniques
* Fair-Trade and Organic Certification 

Compensation: 

* Cost-of-living allowance, room, and board provided in Ecuador. 
* In addition, qualifying team members may receive equity shares in the Company and have the potential to become full-time partners in the future.

Location(s): 

Head office located in Quito, Ecuador and rural areas throughout Ecuador