EFQM Certified Assessor
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Beate Peters
Last position:
Interim Head of Service at Altendorf Group
- Strategic and operational leadership of the technical service organization
- Improvement of all processes and workflows
- Development and introduction of a service management IT tool incl. AI database, customer app, and self-service portal
Sandra Klinkenberg
Last position:
Webinar Leader - Blackout Prevention and Preparation at SANDRA KLINKENBERG • Management Consultant, self-employed independent business consultant
- Webinar on Blackout - Brownout - Power failure - how do I recognise it and what can I do?
Malte Lohrberg
Last position:
Product Owner, Change Management Coach and Organizational Consultant & Founder and Product Architect at Freelance + Resilience Bakery
The combined experience from recent project years shows that two hearts beat in my chest: on the one hand, working in and for organizations to develop new, innovative products, ideally as part of a digitization strategy or business development – and the closely related change and transformation process expertise as part of holistic organizational consulting. For this, I have established the Change Bakery and Product Validators offerings.
On the other hand, my heart and mind are fired up to find my own products, evaluate markets and potentials, and test ideas. Currently, I am proactively and part-time, in addition to ongoing projects, working on a product idea in the mental health area and have founded Therapymate.
Martin Schülein
Last position:
Head of Quality Management Brooks Europe at Brooks Automation Germany GmbH
responsibility for product, process & service quality: APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, PLP including change management as well as NC & CAPA management.
expanded QM system scope to include service; systematic review of all production control plans regarding reliability.
logistics process optimization using Lean Six Sigma; concept development, rollout, and training of all responsible stakeholders.
optimization of the complaint process with RMA, FA, and 8D process; reporting of quality performance.
introduction & coordination of Standardized Supplier Quality Assessment (SSQA) for maturity assessment and further development.
implementation of Brooks Process Certification with PQP, 5S, Safety, audits, and annual audit plan including follow-up actions.
achievements: improved product & refurbishment reliability by 25%; reduced turnaround time for failure analysis by 60% and complaints by 55%; improved the SSQA maturity score by 2.8 points.
René Tilly
Last position:
Managing Director at Le Shop Vegan
- Shop & ERP system, performance marketing
- Fulfilment: setup & operation of warehouse & shipping
- Finance: control & liquidity planning
Peer-Christian Schach
Last position:
Project Manager, Subproject Manager at Opereon Consulting GmbH
- Insourcing a system-critical IT application to meet regulatory requirements in payment transactions
- Preparing project plans, cost estimates, and schedules for project phases
- Capturing and documenting processes
- Identifying critical paths in processes
- Preparing management documents and committee materials
- Methodology: Waterfall project management, risk and control assessments
- Tech & Tools: Project management software
Olaf Drewicke
Last position:
Owner/Counselor at Management & Karriere
- HR management consulting, transformation & restructuring, leadership coaching
- Acting HR Director Europe, FMCG, Berlin/NYC
- Acting Head of HR, Private University, Bremen
- Acting HR Director, Automotive, Bremen
- Acting SVP Human Resources, Ship Building & Construction, Hamburg
- Acting Senior HR Business Partner, Chemicals & Pharma, Hamburg
- Acting Head of People & Culture, Energy, Hamburg
- Acting Head of HR, FMCG/Production site, Hamburg
- Leading the transformation agenda to support business profitability & people growth
- Leading restructuring activities to execute change & organizational development
- Coaching & counselling to leadership board, managers and employees
- Selecting, recruiting and retaining top employees at all levels in the organization
- Managing labor relations and unions
- Negotiating reconciliation of interests & social plans in Germany and internationally
- Leading the HR team to support day to day activities
- Managing company external relations with governmental & local authorities
- Aligning business needs to HR processes & procedures
- Introducing performance management tools to support & develop employees and managers
- Modernizing & investing into HR IS & digitalization
- Implementing HR IS systems globally (e.g. Workday)
- Designing & introducing global HR policies to enable good & compliant business practices
- Building partnerships with external providers globally (transformation & outsourcing)
Harald Bontjer
Last position:
Lecturer AI Manager in Insurance at Deutsche Versicherungsakademie DVA
- Lecturer for the AI Manager in Insurance certification course
Heinrich Scharp
Last position:
Lecturer at Fresenius University of Applied Sciences
- Startup planning (until Summer term 2020)
- Holistic value creation systems (business ethics)
- CSR (since winter term 2019/20)
- Leadership and organization
- Strategic and operational planning (until Summer term 2015)
- Strategic sales management
Mark Grabfelder
Last position:
Interim Manager at MPG Care GmbH
- Setting up the support processes for six newly acquired nursing homes/subsidiaries
Christian Kargl
Last position:
Managing Partner HR - Digital Transformation via Personio at Self-employed
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EFQM Certified Assessors statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
29 years
Position duration
3.1 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Strategy
Top industries
Professional Services, Information Technology, Energy
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Human Resources, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
56%
Certifications per freelancer
7
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 28 Aug 2026.
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Average rates for EFQM Certified Assessors in Germany
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About the certification
Strategic Value of EFQM Assessments
The EFQM Certified Assessor designation represents a high standard in organizational performance evaluation. Professionals holding this credential have mastered the EFQM Model, a globally recognized framework for organizational change and performance improvement. These experts help companies look beyond traditional quality control to assess strategic alignment, execution capability, and sustainable results. By bringing in an external assessor, organizations gain an objective, structured analysis of their strengths and areas for improvement.
Core Competencies of Certified Assessors
Assessors undergo rigorous training to evaluate organizations across diverse operational dimensions. They possess a deep understanding of strategic management and operational excellence. Key capabilities validated by this certification include:
- Applying the RADAR logic to evaluate organizational performance and projects
- Conducting comprehensive self-assessments and external strategic reviews
- Identifying critical drivers for sustainable value creation and innovation
- Formulating actionable feedback reports for leadership teams
- Guiding cross-functional teams through complex transformational changes
Typical Project Scenarios in Germany
In Germany, companies across automotive, manufacturing, and healthcare sectors regularly use the EFQM framework to maintain their global competitiveness. Freelance assessors are often brought in to prepare organizations for official recognition schemes or to align decentralized business units with corporate excellence standards. Due to the highly collaborative nature of these assessments, certified experts in Germany typically split their time between remote documentation review and on-site workshops. Fluency in both German and English is standard, ensuring seamless communication across local teams and international stakeholders.
Driving Continuous Business Improvement
Hiring a certified professional ensures that your business evaluations are conducted in strict accordance with official guidelines. These freelance experts do not just point out operational gaps; they act as strategic advisors who help prioritize improvement initiatives. Their structured feedback enables leadership teams to benchmark their performance against international best practices, accelerate digital transformation, and foster a culture of continuous learning.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about EFQM Certified Assessors, in one place.
An EFQM Certified Assessor evaluates an organization using the EFQM Model to identify operational strengths and areas for improvement. They analyze performance data, interview stakeholders, and provide strategic feedback. Their objective insights help enterprises drive business excellence and sustainable growth.
German companies face high quality standards and complex regulatory environments, making structured performance reviews essential. Engaging an EFQM Certified Assessor in Germany ensures your business aligns with European quality benchmarks while utilizing localized expertise. These professionals understand the specific expectations of the German industrial and service sectors.
Candidates must complete official training courses provided directly by the European Foundation for Quality Management or its certified partners. They learn to apply the RADAR scoring matrix and practice conducting simulated assessments. Achieving the EFQM Certified Assessor status requires demonstrating practical evaluation skills during interactive workshops.
While internal assessors help monitor ongoing quality programs, a freelance EFQM Certified Assessor brings an unbiased, external perspective to the organization. They are free from internal politics and can deliver highly objective critiques. This independence is particularly crucial when preparing for official recognition or major corporate restructuring.
The certification is highly regarded in German automotive, engineering, healthcare, and public sector organizations. Companies in these fields use the model to maintain their competitive edge and ensure high operational standards. A local EFQM Certified Assessor can easily bridge the gap between global frameworks and local industry requirements.
Most projects involve a hybrid model where documentation review and initial planning are handled remotely. However, the site visit phase, which includes interviews and focus groups, typically requires the EFQM Certified Assessor to work on-site at your German facilities. This face-to-face interaction is essential for gathering qualitative insights and building trust with local staff.
While ISO certifications focus on compliance with specific process standards, the EFQM framework evaluates overall organizational excellence and strategic direction. An EFQM Certified Assessor looks at leadership, culture, and long-term results rather than just process adherence. Both methodologies complement each other, but EFQM provides a broader strategic perspective.
To maintain their official status, assessors must periodically demonstrate active participation in assessments or attend continuing education webinars. The European Foundation for Quality Management updates its model regularly, requiring an EFQM Certified Assessor to complete upgrade training when new versions are released. This ongoing education guarantees that the freelance expert you hire is well-versed in the latest global best practices.
The average hourly rate for freelancers with EFQM Certified Assessors in Germany is 134 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,076 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers with EFQM Certified Assessors in Germany, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 56% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers with EFQM Certified Assessors in Germany have 29 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers with EFQM Certified Assessors in Germany are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (18%).
The most common industries among freelancers with EFQM Certified Assessors in Germany are Professional Services (82%), Information Technology (64%), and Energy (55%).
The most common business areas among freelancers with EFQM Certified Assessors in Germany are Information Technology (91%), Project Management (91%), and Strategy (82%).
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