JOB TITLE: ISO AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER

About This Job:

Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a
manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the
countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a
competent, skilled, and experienced ISO and Compliance Officer to work in
Kisii, Kenya.

Job Summary:

The overall purpose of this job is to ensure effective
implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the Quality
Management System (QMS) and Food Safety Management System (FSMS), ensure
compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and drive improvement in
overall product quality, operational efficiency, and food safety standards.

Key duties and responsibilities:

a) Review product specifications for existing and new
products; conduct hazard analysis for all production processes and develop or
update related procedures.

b) Conduct daily compliance rounds across all production
sections to identify gaps in quality and food safety implementation and follow
up corrective actions.

c) Plan, conduct, and document internal audits for quality,
food safety, ISO standards, and GMP compliance.

d) Coordinate trainings conducted by auditors or
subject-matter experts to strengthen compliance with ISO, QMS, FSMS, and
regulatory requirements.

e) Conduct regular refresher training for the Quality team
and relevant staff on standards, compliance, SOPs, and updates to QMS/FSMS
documentation.

f) Participate in the drafting, updating, and review of
policies, procedures, and manuals in line with ISO, Quality Management, and
Food Safety Management requirements.

g) Coordinate and respond to queries during external audits
and inspections from regulatory bodies (e.g., UNBS, KEBS, Public Health
Officers, NEMA, County Health Inspectors, HALAL, FSSC/ISO certification
bodies).

h) Lead and coordinate root cause analysis for any
non-conformities or quality issues, and support teams in developing corrective
and preventive actions (CAPA).

i) Oversee inter-laboratory comparison activities; review
results, analyze variances, and lead root cause analysis where discrepancies
occur.

j) Conduct hazard analysis and develop or update HACCP plans
for existing products and new product development.

k) Participate in new product development by preparing
product specifications and ensuring compliance with food safety and quality
standards.

l) Prepare for and participate in monthly Management Review
Meetings (MRM) by compiling compliance reports, audit results, and improvement
recommendations.

m) Inspect and validate new equipment, tools, and processes
to ensure they meet food safety and quality requirements before commissioning.

Knowledge, experience and qualifications:

▪ Bachelor’s degree in food science, Food Technology,
Microbiology, or a related field.

▪ Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance, Food
Safety, ISO implementation, or

compliance within a manufacturing environment.

▪ Training and certification in ISO standards (ISO 22000,
ISO 9001, HACCP) is an added

advantage.

Technical competencies:

▪ Strong knowledge of food safety and quality management
standards.

▪ Knowledge of local and international food regulations and
certification requirements.

▪ Proficiency in hazard analysis, HACCP principles, and risk
assessment.

▪ Strong analytical and reporting skills.

▪ Competence in conducting internal audits.

▪ Leadership

Behavioral competencies:

▪ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

▪ High attention to detail and accuracy.

▪ Strong leadership and influencing skills without direct
authority.

▪ Good problem-solving skills and ability to drive
corrective actions.

▪ Computer literacy and basic IT skills.

▪ High integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.

Interested and qualified applicants should submit their
applications through the link below

Note:

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY
SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.