Career Options Limited is a leading recruitment-consulting firm based in Nairobi Kenya and offering specialized services to effectively manage the entire recruitment process for companies based in Africa and Middle East. We cover various business verticals like Oil and Gas, Power, Green Energy, Engineering, Retail, FMCG, Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Hospitality, Travel and Tourism ,Construction, Telecoms, Pharmaceuticals, Bio Technology, Manufacturing and Agriculture. Career Option's is an acknowledged leader in the recruitment industry in Kenya and Across Africa. Working across commercial, government and not for profit sectors, career option's has forged an enviable reputation, as the consultancy that gets it right. We find the right people to meet your needs; we provide the highest possible levels of service; and we stand by our results. Having placed over 3,000 people since inception, Career Options knows it's market place, and more importantly WE KNOW PEOPLE. Our clients range from SMEs to FTSE 100 businesses and include Beiersdorf East Africa,BASF Chemicals, EMC, Aramex International, Unilever, Reime Group, Fairmont Hotel & Resorts, Emaar Group, Mars Group, Landmark Gulf retail, Mantis Collection, Wilo, , IBM among many others. But whatever their size, location or sector, they know they can rely on Career Options to work harder and go the extra mile to meet their recruitment needs. Here' a brief overview of our strengths: Circle On-site or off-site dedicated consultants. Circle Ability to source the right candidates globally. Circle Multi location coordination. Circle Customized recruiting, screening, testing and employees orientation. Circle Single point of contact and centralized order process Circle Large database of candidates; updated on a regular basis through our online and offline database. Circle Credible recruitment partners in Africa, Middle East, Australia, Europe and North America. Circle Affordable service fee upon successful recruitment. We have been matching appropriate candidates with the right opportunities. Our recruitment consultants are experts in sourcing and attracting candidates by enabling them to sift through the vast amount of data available on the Internet and our large database zoom in on potential employees and pre-qualify candidate data. We are focusing on sourcing talent globally for blue chip companies in Africa and Middle East. We take challenge is finding the right candidate through selective headhunting from the same sector and competing companies. Background Information Career Options Africa Group is a HR Consultancy firm specialized in Recruitment, HR outsourcing and Immigration support in Africa with offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, Nigeria, South Africa and South Sudan. We are seeking to recruit a food science technician to join our exceptional team. THE JOB The Food Science Technician will support production operations and business development initiatives while ensuring products meet the required quality, food safety, and production standards. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support production activities to ensure efficient and consistent manufacturing processes. Assist in business development initiatives, including product improvement and new product development. Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and workplace safety standards. Participate in research and development of new products and product enhancements. Work closely with the production team to achieve established production and quality standards. Monitor production processes and recommend continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to production and quality activities. QUALIFICATIONS We are targeting candidates with the following qualifications. A diploma in food production, food science or a related field At least 2 years of experience in a similar role SKILLS AND COMPETENCES The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal Strong organizational and time management skills Good problem-solving skills  Passion for innovation and sustainability in food systems Knowledge of local consumer trends and nutritional needs WHAT WE ARE OFFERING THE RIGHT PERSON We are offering the successful candidate a monthly salary of KES 35,000.