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Director, GoodWeave Certification Private Limited

Job Title

Director, GoodWeave Certification Private Limited

POSITION LOCATION: GWCPL Head Office, Noida, UP

Position Description

GoodWeave Certification Private Limited is affiliated with GoodWeave International, providing services to Indian companies who seek to be part of the GoodWeave International licensing and certification program that independently assures strong labor standards in textile supply chains.

GoodWeave International— a nonprofit organization founded in 1994 by Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi — is the leading international institution working to stop child labor in global supply chains through a market-based system and holistic approach. We partner with companies and local producer communities to bring visibility to hidden supply chains; protect workers’ rights; provide assurance that products are free of child, forced and bonded labor; and restore childhoods. Look for the GoodWeave® certification label on rug and home textile products.

GoodWeave Certification Private Limited provides inspection, monitoring and certification services to exporters participating in the GoodWeave program. The organization seeks a seasoned professional with considerable senior-level management experience to become its new Director. The Director is the top position, responsible for supervising (either directly or indirectly) a team of 23 in four regions who plan, deliver and implement ongoing support for the certification program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of country operations and activities
• Oversee company management and ensure strong organizational structure that enables staff training, oversight, accountability and support for four regional teams
• Ensure financial, tax and legal compliance with government regulations
• Implement quality control system of licensing and certification program for maximum impact and integrity
• Ensure strong government, industry, worker and other stakeholder engagement
• Ensure strong monitoring, evaluation and data management
• Ensure all requirements (financial, donor, statutory) are produced efficiently and on a timely basis in accordance with organizational and government requirements
• Work with the management team, the GWCPL Board of Directors, and GoodWeave International, to develop ideas and plans to address organizational priorities, and undertake strategic and operational planning exercises
• Represent GoodWeave at relevant internal and external meetings
• Conduct business planning for continual improvement of services and financial sustainability.

Skills & Knowledge
The successful candidate will be highly motivated, well organized, adept at building relationships inside and outside the organization, and with a track record of administrative and managerial experience. S/he will possess a commitment to GoodWeave’s values and work ethics and have experience working on issues of social justice and responsible supply chains:

• Master’s Degree
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Hindi
• Proven leadership skills with strategic, planning and program execution
• Experience reporting to a Board of Directors
• Minimum ten years senior management experience – preferably in an international, multi-stakeholder environment
• Ability to work as part of a team and with high integrity and accountability
• Results-driven, strategic and organized
• Senior level experience in supply chain audit and certification and inspection systems, as well as knowledge of Indian labor laws
• Proven track record in building stakeholder engagement and business relationships
• Knowledge and understanding of labor rights issues globally and in India
• Experience with data management and technology systems
• Financial management acumen
• Ability to travel

Pay commensurate with experience.

To apply, please send a letter of interest with relevant experience and CV to Personnel@goodweave.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and accepted between June 29 to July 15, 2026.