ZAYRA SOFIA VERA ARABE
Lima
Summary
Agronomist and Project Manager with a robust background in sustainability and certification processes across national and international organizations. Proven track record in developing and implementing impactful projects that enhance global value chains. Core competencies include Fair Trade, organic, and regenerative agriculture certifications, along with strong skills in stakeholder coordination and business development. Adept in auditing, compliance, and training, driving result-oriented sustainability initiatives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certifier Fairtrade USA
Control Union Services
Lima
04.2024 - Current
- Oversaw certification procedures for more than 100 global projects.
- Represented technical interests for Control Union subsidiaries and stakeholders.
- Facilitated auditor training and calibration initiatives that increased consistent auditing.
- Managed non-conformities and ensured follow-up on compliance matters.
Social, Environmental & Forestry Business Unit Manager
Ecocert Perú SAC
Lima
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Directed compliance operations for certifications in Peru and Bolivia under international standards.
- Directed certification processes by conducting post-audit reviews and issuing decisions aligned with sustainability benchmarks.
- Expanded business opportunities in carbon offsets and sustainable forest management.
Client Relationship Officer
Ecocert Perú SAC
Lima
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Directly oversaw certification projects focusing on organic, sustainable and fair trade practices.
- Designed training programs for adherence to sustainability standards.
- Managed over sixty annual certification projects.
Quality Assurance
Corporación Roots S.A
Caraz
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Supported the implementation of ISO 9001 through collaboration with the MENTOR team.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Escuela De Negocios - Formato Educativo
Madrid, España01.2023
Agricultural Engineering degree -
Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina
Lima, Perú01.2023
Certification
- Skills for The Green Transition (Cambridge Judge Business School), 2025
- Compliance with the EU Deforestation Free Regulation (ITC), 2025
- Climate change & Human rights (Amnesty International), 2025
- Tropical Forest Restoration & Agroforestry (YALE ELTI), 2022
- Integrated Management Systems - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45000 (Universidad de Cadiz), 2022
Languages
- English, Advanced
- French, Intermediate
- Spanish, Native
Timeline
Certifier Fairtrade USA
Control Union Services
04.2024 - Current
Social, Environmental & Forestry Business Unit Manager
Ecocert Perú SAC
01.2023 - 09.2023
Client Relationship Officer
Ecocert Perú SAC
07.2020 - 12.2022
Quality Assurance
Corporación Roots S.A
08.2019 - 05.2020
MBA - Project Management
Escuela De Negocios - Formato Educativo
Agricultural Engineering degree -
Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina
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