Under the general direction of the CEO, plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises, and executes the training service activities of the company; assesses and identifies training needs of the food and agricultural sectors; and ensures the development of training programs for selected  areas of training and the provision of the required human, material and financial resources for their implementation.

The Training Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing training programs related to food safety, quality control, and laboratory procedures on food laboratory sector. This role ensures that laboratory personnel are well-trained in regulatory compliance, testing methodologies, and best practices in food analysis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in food laboratory operations, training, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the execution of the training, consultancy, research, of the food and agricultural sectors.

• Directs the preparation of long, medium and short term operation plans of the training, and ensures their implementation upon approval.

• Design and implement comprehensive training programs for laboratory personnel, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

• Develop and maintain training materials, manuals, and documentation for laboratory procedures and quality control measures.

• Conduct hands-on training sessions on food testing methods, safety protocols, equipment handling, and data analysis.

• Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of training programs through assessments, audits, and feedback mechanisms.

• Stay updated with current food safety regulations, industry trends, and emerging laboratory technologies to enhance training programs.

• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment with best practices and compliance requirements.

• Provide ongoing support, mentorship, and technical guidance to laboratory staff to maintain high operational standards.

• Assist in internal and external audits by preparing necessary training records and ensuring staff competency.

• Manage training schedules, resources, and budget allocations to optimize efficiency.

Job Requirements

4.1 Education:

MSc//BSc/ in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field.

 4.2 Experience:

8/10 years of experience in a food laboratory testing, & related field.    Having Training License in QMS, Food Safety & related is mandatory. 

 5. COMPETENCIES

• In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, including HACCP, ISO/IEA 17025, ISO/IEA 17065  ISO/IEC 17020,National & international ( Codex ……) , and other standards.

• Strong background in laboratory testing methods such as microbiological analysis, chemical testing, and sensory evaluation.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex information effectively.

• Experience in developing training programs, instructional materials, and competency assessments.

• Proficiency in laboratory equipment operation and maintenance.

• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple training initiatives simultaneously.

• Certification in food safety, laboratory quality management, or training development

How To Apply

Interested applicants fulfilling the above requirement are invited to apply by submitting their application letter, CV and supporting documents through email jobs@blesslaboratory.com within 7 days mentioning the position in the subject line. For more information contact through Telephone No. +251116679905/ +251116679231.