Required Skills and Qualifications
Minimum Qualification:
Minimum Degree / Diploma in Food Science and Technology
Excellent computer skills.
Knowledge of ISO Standards, HACCP, good manufacturing practices and new product development will be an added advantage.
Able to meet set deadlines and work long hours with minimal supervision.

Roles and Responsibilities
Inspection of all the incoming materials to ensure that only materials that conform to the company specifications are accepted.
Carrying out any required analysis on raw materials and finished products as per the laid down operational procedures.
Monitoring of the set Critical Control Points and Operational Prerequisite Programmes (O-PRP) at the specified frequencies in the HACCP plans and O-PRP plans respectively, and reporting to the relevant authorities when the critical limits are exceeded. You are expected to do follow ups after corrective actions have been executed.
Monitoring the entire process guided by the laid down standard  operating procedures for process control,  spices & herbs and /or Snacks.
Ensuring that product non-conformities are controlled at all levels, and any non-conformity is properly documented and product isolated to prevent unintended use.
Carrying out shelf life studies on the current products as per the laid down procedure.
Actively participating in any research on new product development and improvement of the existing ones.
Sensory evaluation of all products being packed to ensure quality and consistency.
Ensuring that high hygiene standards are upheld in the production environment and the plant in general, by carrying out daily and weekly hygiene audits, and equipment are cleaned as per the laid down schedules.
Ensuring that personnel in production areas adhere to the set hygiene rules at all times.
Maintaining clean Quality Control records and properly filing them within 24 hours. You must make sure the records are completed and up to date before filing.
Carrying out per-shipment inspections on goods being dispatched to the market.
Undertaking any other assigned duties, when the circumstances at hand dictate so.

A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae detailing academic and professional qualification, work experience, telephone number, the current remuneration, names, postal and e-mail addresses of three (3) referees and copies of academic and professional certificates should be Submitted alongside the application by 4th April 2013,and be sent to :

The Human Resources Manager
Deepa Industries Ltd
P.O. Box 44804 – 00100
Nairobi

Email: careers@tropicalheat.co.ke

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Applicants must have career interest in HIV/STI research & training.

Applicants must have Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine (MBchB or equivalent) from recognized institution, & be registered with Kenya Medical Practitioners Dentists Board.

Successful applicant will be responsible for clinical care of patients, supervision of clinic staff, collection & analysis of data, presentation of results at conferences, & writing of research papers.

Laboratory Technologist
(Mombasa)
AD/2/50/11(CHS)
1 Post

Applicants must have Bsc Degree in Biomedical Technology or Higher National Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science + minimum of 2 Years’ experience in busy laboratory working with human specimens.

Preference will be given to those with skills like STI & HIV diagnosis & monitoring.

Clinical Research Assistant
(Mombasa)
AD/2/52/11(CHS)
1 Post

Applicants must have Kenya Enrolled Community Health or Family Planning Nursing qualification from recognized institution.

Those with equivalent technical training as Medical Assistants will be considered.

Applicants must have minimum 2 years work experience including counseling & collection of clinical specimens (e.g. blood & urine). Antiretroviral therapy certification will be added advantage.

Field Outreach Workers
(Mombasa)
AD/2/53/11-(CHS) & AC/2/ 51/11-(CHS)
2 Posts

Applicants must have minimum KCSE Grade D+ & be able to communicate fluently In English & Kiswahili. Thorough Knowledge of Mombasa District & surrounding areas is essential.

Successful applicants will be responsible for participating in outreach work to conduct recruitment & tracing activities in field. Job requires a lot of walking.

Note:

Previous work experience in research setting is added advantage for all 5 posts. Appointment is on 1 year contract renewable on mutual agreement.

Applicants should forward 10 copies application letters with similar number certified copies of certificates & CVs giving details of qualifications, experience, research activities & publications.

They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.

Applications should be addressed to:-

The Principal, CHS,
Box 30197-00100,
Nairobi

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: Friday, 4th March 2011.

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A dynamic and fast growing ISO22000 certified food manufacturing company is urgently looking to recruit highly competent, proactive and self-driven persons to fill the following positions;

Area Sales Manager (Rift Valley Region)
The area sales manager must have good geographical knowledge of the region. He/she will be responsible for the sourcing of new business and managing continuous sales. Duties will include, but not limited to executing a strategy to generate business through local relationships, networking and developing a portfolio of key accounts to produce revenue for both the local market and the entire network. He/she shall ensure maximum conversion of all products by using proven sales methods, resulting in increased profitability. He/she shall develop good local and territory knowledge with particular attention on competition, target companies and industry segments.

We require applicants with a degree/diploma in Sales and Marketing from a recognized Institution with at least 2 years experience in sales, excellent communication skills, creativity and innovation, able to achieve sales targets, intelligent and a team player.

Export Sales Manager (1 position)
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities and developing and managing client relationship for both confirmed and potential customers. He/she will oversee sales targets in the export market, monitor customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts, review reports submitted by sales staff to recommend approval or to suggest changes, review operational records and report to project sales and determine profitability, identify new business opportunities, maintain good working relationships with own client base to further grow business opportunities, identifying new international customers and markets for products; contracting with international distributors; monitoring processes; forecasting requirements and profits for each product and international market.

We require applicants with a minimum 5 years experience in Export Sales & Marketing in FMCG, good knowledge of export documents, Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Sales and Marketing, strong analytical and planning skills, with business sense and marketing strategy skills.

Production Supervisor
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will be responsible for;
* Ensuring that production targets and efficiencies are achieved
* Training and management of production staff
* Production planning for the various food products which the company manufactures
* Coordinating the implementation and maintenance of Food safety systems
* Allocation of resources and planning for raw materials to meet the companies production schedules

Qualifications; A degree in food science or related field, at least 3 years experience in a similar manufacturing industry. Must be computer literate and have the necessary management and supervisory skills. Training and knowledge in HACCP/ISO22000/KAIZEN will be an added advantage.

Head of Stores
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out stock taking on a regular basis and reconcile physical stock with records, ensuring proper receiving and issuing of goods from stores, supervising & controlling all stock movements, ensuring that all stocks are arranged in a systematic order & are easily accessible at any time, ensuring that all re-order levels are being followed & no stock outs are experienced, ensuring 24hrs delivery standards are maintained among other duties. He/She should be good in planning and procurement practices to meet generally accepted quality standards for a busy ISO certified stores environment.

Qualifications: University graduate and above, professional qualification in procurement and stores management, at least 5 years experience as a Stores Manager in a large organization, computer literate, have high integrity and interpersonal skills.

We are inviting applications with detailed CV/ name and contacts of 3 referees to be submitted to:

Email: hr@tropicalheat.co.ke

Indicate your current and expected salary. Applications must reach us on or before 10th February 2011. The position being applied for should be indicated on the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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FIELD OFFICER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Identifying potential potato farmers in the target regions for contract farming through field surveys using company set criteria
* Development of long and medium term strategies and policies on raw potato supply to the company
* Development of support programmes to create greater partnership between the company and potato farmers
* Devising methods and procedures for obtaining required data
* Producing various technical and non-technical written reports
* Conducting numerous oral and visual presentations, which non-technical audiences must be able to understand thoroughly
* Identify competency gaps amongst contracted farmers, schedule and carry out farmer education, training and production forecasts
* Establish long term business arrangements with potato suppliers
* Liaise with the relevant stake holders and government officials on potato production and availability.
* Represent the company in stake holders meetings

Qualification and experience required;
o Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Economics from a recognized University or any other related degree qualification
o At least 5 years experience in farm management including a good understanding of marketing and credit structures for agricultural commodities.
o Good communication, leadership and organizational skills, very good report writing skills, Computer literate and a valid driving license.
o Able to meet set deadlines with minimal supervision.

If you have the above credentials, please email your current CV, quoting the position as the subject matter to careers@tropicalheat.co.ke

Please include your current and expected remuneration. The applications should reach us not later than 26th November 2010. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

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Field Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

Please include your current and expected remuneration. The applications should reach us not later than 26th November 2010. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

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AN OPPORTUNITY IN AN ISO22000:2005 CERTIFIED COMPANY

STORES CLERK
You will be responsible for maintaining effective inventory control, safe custody of goods, eliminating stock losses and stocks reconciliation.

Qualification and experience required;
o Minimum Degree/Diploma in Supplies and Stores Management
o Experience in a similar capacity will be an added advantage
o Excellent computer skills.
o Able to meet set deadlines and work long hours with minimal supervision.

We are an equal opportunities employer. State your current and expected remuneration.

Applications with a passport sized photo/ CV/ certificates/ copy of certificate of good conduct, name of 3 references to be submitted to:-

Human Resources Manager
Deepa Industries Ltd
P.o Box 44804 -00100
Nairobi

Email: careers@tropicalheat.co.ke
Applications must reach before 6th November 2010. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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