SENIOR MANAGER, TNI/ELAP ACCREDITATION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT GLOBAL ACCREDITATION PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The  individual  is a key member of the IAS accreditation program management team and manages activities relating to the California and National TNI/ELAP accreditation programs.  Additionally, this position necessitates working closely with the Accreditation Program Development Group (APDG) to promote and manage the global business development and customer engagements  relating to all IAS programs. 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Accreditation Program Development Group, the Senior Manager, works closely with other senior management, program managers, assessors, and staff, and has frequent contact with customers, regulators and business leaders. 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Performing within the guidelines and requirements established in IAS, individual is responsible for managing assigned responsibilities for market needs in America, as well as other global regions. Interact with customers, program managers, assessors and staff to ensure continuing growth in the various program areas. Working closely with the Senior Vice President, Accreditation Program Development Group, plan and manage all the necessary communication and business development activities regionally. The responsibilities will include traveling on demand nationally and internationally, participating in assessments, conferences and meetings; and performing other tasks and duties as may be assigned. Expand the IAS accreditation program within the TNI regulated states nationally. Work closely with the TNI/ELAP technical team and ensure all quotes, business enquiries and program management needs are promptly attended to and issues resolved. 

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts and/or work experience to include a minimum of ten years in business management areas, business development, marketing, operations or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Master’s degree in similar area would be added advantage and would be substituted for 2 years of experience requirement. Certification and/or training under the relevant ISO/IEC and/or ISO standards, such as, 17011, 17025, 17020, 17065, 17021-1 and related conformity assessment disciplines would be added qualifications.

Knowledge and Ability: Knowledge in standards, conformity assessment standards, quality management systems, general knowledge of technical and scientific principles, ability to direct activities of staff, effective writing and communication skills, ability to conduct l research and manage projects, ability to make quick decisions independently, and to prepare clear and concise reports. Investigative skills are also a necessity. Must have capability to conduct assessment of internal systems operations and convey observations to senior management personnel. Must be knowledgeable in international conformity assessment standards and relevant applicable regulations standards in area of operations. Experience in public speaking and presentations to technical, educational and governmental groups is desired. Ability to carry out duties in conformance with the IAS Management System.