Victory Farms (VF) was established on Lake Victoria in 2016 with both on-shore and off-shore facilities. The head office is in Nairobi, and its Farm site is in Homa Bay County, with distribution across Kenya. VF has since become one of the fastest growing companies in aquaculture globally. In its first eight months of operation, the Company became the largest aquaculture producer in Kenya. Victory Farms aims to become the leading tilapia farm in Africa over the next 5 years while maintaining the highest environmental and social standards; as the most sustainable tilapia farm in the world, adhering to global standards and best practices, and producing affordable, sustainable protein to feed millions of people across Africa. Today, it is the largest commercial aquaculture player in East Africa and operates one of largest hatcheries on the continent.

The Company is continuing to rapidly expand its vertically integrated model: production, processing, and sales & distribution, to keep pace with the rapid growth in demand for protein. To support this, Victory Farms employs world class technologies, people, and processes to build its model for sustainable protein production on the continent. VF strives for the highest standards in performance, execution, culture, and integrity.

VF’s growth trajectory provides enormous opportunity for excited professionals to uplift their careers and make an impact within a diverse operation. We recognize the utmost importance which contributions by individuals and teams have to the success of Victory Farms. We work to create a fantastic environment for our employees. An environment where employees have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally.

Key Responsibilities:

Processing and Quality

• Supervise daily fish processing activities, including receiving, descaling, gutting, sorting and chilling.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining product quality.
• Monitor processing yields and minimize product waste while optimizing output.
• Coordinate workflow to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, HACCP requirements, and quality assurance procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of products and processing areas.
• Monitor product quality and address any quality-related issues promptly.

Staff Supervision and Equipment

• Supervise, train, allocate duties and manage staff within the processing plant while evaluating their performance.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and disciplinary standards.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels during shifts.
• Monitor processing equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Ensure machinery and processing areas are cleaned and sanitized according to standards.

Inventory and Documentation

• Maintain production, quality, sanitation, and inventory records in compliance with company requirements.
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly production reports in a timely manner.
• Process and monitor fish stock transfers in the ERP system, ensuring all transactions are accurate, completed on time, and correctly reflected.
• Ensure stock updates are maintained in real time and that inventory records remain accurate and up to date at all times.
• Investigate and report any stock discrepancies, ensuring timely corrective actions are implemented.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Fisheries, Production Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in fish processing or food manufacturing.
• At least 1-2 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Familiarity with fish processing equipment and procedures.

Benefit:

• Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.

• Supervise daily fish processing activities, including receiving, descaling, gutting, sorting and chilling.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining product quality.
• Monitor processing yields and minimize product waste while optimizing output.
• Coordinate workflow to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, HACCP requirements, and quality assurance procedures.
• Conduct routine inspections of products and processing areas.
• Monitor product quality and address any quality-related issues promptly.
• Supervise, train, allocate duties and manage staff within the processing plant while evaluating their performance.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and disciplinary standards.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels during shifts.
• Monitor processing equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Ensure machinery and processing areas are cleaned and sanitized according to standards.
• Maintain production, quality, sanitation, and inventory records in compliance with company requirements.
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly production reports in a timely manner.
• Process and monitor fish stock transfers in the ERP system, ensuring all transactions are accurate, completed on time, and correctly reflected.
• Ensure stock updates are maintained in real time and that inventory records remain accurate and up to date at all times.
• Investigate and report any stock discrepancies, ensuring timely corrective actions are implemented.

• HACCP
• GMP
• Food safety standards
• Fish processing equipment
• Fish processing procedures
• ERP system
• Supervisory skills
• Training
• Performance evaluation
• Policy enforcement
• Equipment monitoring
• Maintenance coordination
• Sanitation standards
• Inventory management
• Report preparation

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Fisheries, Production Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in fish processing or food manufacturing.
• At least 1-2 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Familiarity with fish processing equipment and procedures.