Certification Body Coordinator
Did you know that just about every 27 seconds, someone in the world is diagnosed with blood cancer? Join our Certification Body.
Are you looking for a meaningful role in a globally recognized global association? WMDA (World Marrow Donor Association) is an ISO-accredited certification body in the field of hematopoietic stem cell donation and international exchange. Our mission is to protect stem cell donors and facilitate efficient, high-quality transplantation processes worldwide.
As our certification program continues to grow, we are looking for a professional to join our Governance & Compliance Department. As Certification Body Coordinator, you will work alongside another team member to ensure the smooth, ISO-compliant operation of our certification program.
What you will do:
- Coordinate the day-to-day activities of our Certification Body
- Develop the training and education of auditors
- Coordinate in the implementation of IT improvements to enhance process efficiency
- Ensure compliance with ISO17065 standards in certification activities
- Coordinate communication between relevant stakeholders (e.g. WMDA members, WMDA committees)
This is an opportunity to contribute to a life-saving mission while working in a collaborative, globally connected environment. If you are organized, proactive, and passionate about quality standards, we’d love to hear from you!
Your qualifications and skills:
Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in preferable biomedical sciences, health or quality management
- Digitally fluent, with the ability to translate business needs into efficient process improvements.
- Preferably affinity with the operation of a donor registry
- Working knowledge of ISO standards
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other IT tools including Confluence and CRM software
Soft skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and effective interpersonal skills. Able to influence people, solve problems, troubleshoot, think creatively, and resolve conflicts
- Analytical & strategic thinking. initiative & innovation. Focus on customers’ (internal and external) needs. Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Desirable:
- Experience with quality systems
- Experience in working with volunteers
- Demonstrated experience in certification bodies, consultancy or audits
What do we have to offer?
- A parttime (hybrid) position for 24-32 hours a week
- A 13th month of salary and a great pension
- An ideal office location, we’re a 5-minute walk from Leiden Central
- Flexible hybrid working model (working minimum 1 day in the week at the office)
- A high team-orientated, international and motivated colleagues
- The opportunity to work with people from all around the world, opensource projects and the chance to make a huge positive impact on people’s lives
Interested?
If you see a match with the description above, we would love to receive your CV and motivational letter.
Closing date: 8 July 2026 .
Interviews: End July 2026.
About WMDA:
Headquartered in Leiden, our goal is to ensure that every patient worldwide has equal access to high-quality cells for transplantation from stem cell donors whose rights and safety are protected.
Learn more about our work here
This vacancy is open to candidates with an EU work permit only.
Acquisition is not appreciated.
Apply now (HR@wmda.info) and become part of a team making a global impact!