Avocado Oil Consultant at One Acre FundJobWebKenya • Kenya
Avocado Oil Consultant at One Acre Fund
JobWebKenya • Kenya
30+ days ago
Job descriptionHelp obtain necessary licenses and certifications (e.g., food safety, HACCP, export certifications). Ensure alignment with local health, safety, and environmental standards. Provide documentation and SOPs for quality control and traceability. Train staff on safe operations, hygiene standards, and quality assurance. Advise on raw material sourcing and post-harvest handling. Guide the development of packaging, labeling, and shelf-life testing. Provide insights into market trends, potential buyers, and quality benchmarks. Proven experience in avocado oil production. Demonstrated involvement in facility setup or plant commissioning. In-depth knowledge of food processing standards and international certifications (e.g., ISO , HACCP, GMP). Strong understanding of mechanical equipment used in oil extraction. Excellent communication, training, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with the Kenya regulatory landscape. Degree in Food Science, Agricultural Engineering, or related field. Consultancy experience with a startup or scale-up agri-processing ventures
Job Description
One Acre Fund is a nonprofit organization that supplies smallholder farmers in East Africa with asset-based financing and agriculture training services to reduce hunger and poverty.
Avocado Oil Consultant
Terms of Reference
Operational Setup
- Guide the layout optimization of existing machinery and production flow.
- Oversee the commissioning and testing of avocado oil extraction equipment.
- Recommend improvements for processing efficiency and product quality.
Regulatory & Compliance
Team Support & Training
Product Development & Market Readiness
Qualifications
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Avocado Oil Consultant at One Acre Fund • Kenya