Position Overview:

Food for Education (F4E) is seeking a passionate and skilled Mobile Engineer to join our dynamic technology team in Nairobi. Reporting to the Software Engineering Manager, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining innovative cross-platform mobile applications using Flutter. These solutions are key to enabling F4E’s mission to improve access to affordable, high-quality school meals for public primary school children in Kenya.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a strong grasp of mobile application development and deployment, and is eager to contribute to a purpose-driven organization that is scaling rapidly. You’ll be a part of a collaborative and innovative team that values ownership, curiosity, and continuous improvement as we aim to serve 1,000,000 meals daily by 2027.

Our Values

At Food for Education, our values are guiding principles that provide us with purpose and direction and set the tone for our interactions with all stakeholders:

• Build with excellence and curiosity – We’re not afraid to try new things and iterate as much as we can to find the best and most efficient way to get results;
• Be the change you seek – We acknowledge that continuous improvement is a shared responsibility;
• We do what we say; and say what we do – We embrace an ownership mentality;
• Ask why; and commit– Share openly and question respectfully and commit fully. When we understand the why, we are able to work with a purpose.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy cross-platform mobile applications using Flutter.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Optimize applications for maximum performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Integrate mobile applications with cloud infrastructure (GCP, Azure, AWS
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices.
• Debug and resolve technical issues to ensure smooth user experiences.
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to architecture discussions, and mentor junior engineers.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 5 years hands on experience.
• Strong proficiency with Flutter and Dart for cross-platform mobile development.
• Experience with JavaScript and familiarity with modern frameworks (e.g.,React, Vue, or Angular).
• Hands-on experience with at least one cloud provider (GCP, Azure, oAWS)
• Understanding of mobile development lifecycle, architecture patterns (e.g.,MVVM, Bloc), and best practices.
• Familiarity with mobile CI/CD pipelines and tools for automated testing and deployment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Skills

• Basic experience with Java for Android development (nice to have).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, or WebSockets for backend integration.
• Knowledge of app performance optimization techniques.
• Experience with database technologies (e.g Relational and Nonrelational databases).
• Samples of your work in app stores.

Position Overview

The Associate IT Support professional will assist in managing day-to-day IT operations, ensuring the smooth functioning of hardware, software, and network systems. This role involves providing first-level technical support to employees, troubleshooting IT issues, and maintaining IT assets.

The ideal candidate is a tech-savvy individual with a passion for problem-solving and delivering excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first-level technical support to end-users via phone, email, or in person.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues in a timely manner.
• Install, configure, and maintain computers, printers, and other peripherals.
• Assist with managing user accounts, permissions, and access in various IT systems.
• Document and track support requests using the organization’s ticketing system.
• Perform regular maintenance and updates on IT equipment and systems.
•  Assist in the procurement, setup, and deployment of new hardware and software.
• Support IT onboarding for new employees, including setting up workstations and providing training on IT tools.
• Escalate unresolved issues to higher-level support when necessary.
• Maintain an inventory of IT equipment and supplies.
• Stay updated on IT best practices and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 2 years hands on experience
• Strong understanding of Windows,Mac and Linux operating systems.
• Familiarity with basic networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, VPN).
• Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Google Workspace, Office 365, and cloud-based applications.
• Knowledge of IT ticketing systems (e.g. Jira).
• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles.
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified: Fundamentals, or equivalent.

About the Role

The Legal Associate provides comprehensive legal support and guidance to the organization across a wide range of legal and business matters. This role requires a strong understanding of corporate, regulatory, commercial, and employment law. The Legal Associate will work closely with the various departments to ensure the organization’s legal and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise the organisation on a wide variety of legal and compliance matters.
• Responsible for conducting extensive legal research, and providing opinions on various legal matters
• Structuring, drafting, reviewing, interpreting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts and other legal documents, as well as overseeing compliance of these contracts by all parties.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including contract tracking, renewals, and terminations
• developing and reviewing company policies
• Assist with corporate governance matters.
• conducting due diligence on all partners of the organisation.
• advise on general legal compliance matters, including regulatory, intellectual property matters, employment matters, and non-profit law among others,
• advise all relevant departments on pending legislation or changes in relevant laws and statutes to ensure the company’s compliance in these areas, in order to mitigate or minimize compliance risks.
• Conduct regular compliance audits in order to identify weaknesses and provide recommendations to resolve any non-compliance issues to relevant stakeholders.
• Responsible for collaborating and building valuable relationships with outside counsel, as well as setting priorities for, overseeing, and supervising the performance of outside counsel.
• Resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries.
• Support internal investigations or other legal or administrative proceedings and manage any litigation matters.
• Other duties may be assigned from time to time by the head of the Legal.

Qualifications and experience

• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Minimum 5 years experience in corporate commercial law
• In-house counsel experience will be an added advantage.

Personal Attributes 

• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to understand, summarize, and convey complex information in readily understandable terms.
• Analytical and detail-oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Good organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Result-oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications/commonly used packages like MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience in the use of various legal software applications would be valuable.
• A good team player: Able to cultivate excellent working relationships with colleagues and collaborate effectively as part of a team of professionals while still capable of working well independently.
• Able to represent F4E effectively and professionally to external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Management

• Review kitchen  operations through the looker and/or tablue and flag any trends and issues associated with quality and kitchen performance
• Guide analysts in implementing and overseeing kitchen trends and problem-solving during and after operations
• Oversee analyst’s adherence to their Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conduct regular checks to ensure compliance
• Track the number of meals cooked and consumed weekly, ensuring compliance with set KPIs for meal production.
• In close collaboration with finance teams, identify key regional vendors and distributors that keep the cost of produce low and maintain a high quality in sourcing and distribution of perishable and non-perishable SKUs
• Creating plans for expansion and scaling in different Regions
• In collaboration with operations compliance conduct monthly assessments of the current operational gaps and priorities for F4E activities in the region.
• Develop and execute operational improvement plan across the region and cascade critical strategies to all teams within the region
• Manage the warehouse & inventory analysts, ensuring compliance with all warehouse processes and procedures.
• Oversee vendor selection and interview process
• Evaluate the selection logistics and warehouse process and workflows to improve efficiency

Team Leadership and Capacity Building

• Set out region-specific training schedules and materials for all teams within the region in accordance with the organisation’s objectives and team OKRs
• Facilitate ongoing training and capacity-building initiatives for program analysts and Program support teams, focusing on reporting, troubleshooting and KAIZEN Lean methods
• Manage individual performance for direct and sub-level reports through appropriate performance management systems and assessments.
• Develop a capacity-building and training plan for program analysts to ensure their continuous improvement
• Conduct timely reviews and appraisals in accordance with company objectives and goals
• Work closely with the people team on disciplinary cases involving all teams within the region ensuring company policies are adhered to
• Support and guide program analysts on leadership principles and support on capacity building and training development of their county teams

Financial Budgeting and Production Planning

• Develop and manage region-specific budgets and purchase schedules
• Develop monthly financial performance reports, highlighting differences in Cost per Meal across different programs within the region
• Collate all financial performance data across the different regions
• Develop and own kitchen-specific strategies to reduce and improve financial performance
• Review and approve program analysts’ budget proposals, reviewing quotations and justification for expenditures
• Develop and own justification for expenditure documentation for critical purchases that affect kitchen operations within the region

Desired Candidate Profile 

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Food and Beverage Management, or related field.
• Proven experience in managing decentralized operations, preferably in food production or large-scale kitchen environments.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and stock control systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in data management tools and operational reporting systems.

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Position Overview;

• The Kitchen Trainee Program is a structured 6-month training initiative designed for graduates who aspire to grow into leadership roles in commercial kitchen operations. During this period, trainees will gain hands-on experience while assisting the Kitchen Manager and Junior Kitchen Manager in daily operations. The program focuses on building skills in Production and Planning, Logistics, Food Safety, and People Management. Successful trainees will transition into the Junior Kitchen Manager role.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Planning:

• Assist the Kitchen Manager and Junior Kitchen Manager in preparing and executing daily production schedules for large-scale meal preparation.
• Learn and ensure adherence to production procedures, recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.
• Support the monitoring of production processes to optimize efficiency and minimize waste.

Logistics & Supply Chain Management:

• Work with kitchen staff to ensure timely receipt, storage, and organization of ingredients and supplies.
• Participate in stock management activities alongside the Kitchen Manager and Junior Kitchen Manager, including stock counts and replenishment planning.

Food Safety & Quality Assurance:

• Adhere to food safety standards and hygiene practices under the guidance of the Kitchen Manager.
• Conduct routine checks on food handling, storage, and preparation to ensure compliance with HACCP and other regulations.

People Management:

• Shadow the Kitchen Manager and Junior Kitchen Manager to understand team coordination and management practices.
• Support team workflows and assist in addressing challenges within the team.

Financial Performance:

• Gain exposure to petty cash management, requisition processes, and expense reporting.
• Support adherence to budgetary guidelines by assisting in cost control efforts.

School Management:

• Assist in coordinating meal delivery schedules and addressing school-related queries.
• Support initiatives to ensure high satisfaction levels among headteachers, parents, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in food manufacturing, hospitality, or a similar environment.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and industry best practices.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Competencies

• Proactive and eager to learn: Demonstrates enthusiasm for acquiring new skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality: Ensures precision and high standards in all tasks.
• Team player with a positive attitude: Collaborates effectively and maintains a constructive approach.
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments: Thrives under pressure and handles multiple tasks effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Warehouse and Inventory

• Maintain accurate records of all stock, including grains, rice, and other consumables, using inventory management systems.
• Track and monitor stock levels to ensure optimal supply at all times, preventing overstocking or shortages.
• Update inventory data daily, ensuring transparency and accuracy for all stock movements in and out of the warehouse.
• Warehousing Operations:
• Oversee the receiving, storage, and dispatch of goods, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to warehousing protocols.
• Ensure that the dukas and Kitchen stores are organized and food items are stored under optimal conditions, adhering to food safety regulations.
• Coordinate with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of stock to school kitchens, minimizing disruptions in meal preparations.
• Conduct regular stock audits and physical counts to reconcile inventory levels with system records.
• Investigate discrepancies in stock levels and recommend corrective measures to avoid future inconsistencies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within warehousing and inventory management to enhance efficiency and reduce wastage.
• Implement best practices for stock rotation, FIFO (First In, First Out), and minimize food spoilage or wastage.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, warehousing regulations, and organizational policies.
• Implement and monitor safety practices within the warehouse, ensuring the well-being of all staff and the proper handling of goods.

Reporting

• Prepare and share periodic inventory reports with management, highlighting key trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensure the AppSheet (or any other stock management tool) is accurately updated with real-time inventory data, and monitor its usage for data consistency.
• Train warehouse staff on data entry protocols and best practices for maintaining accurate records.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to track the consumption of ingredients and identify usage trends for forecasting.
• Run monthly reports/queries for the receipt accrual process

Procurement

• Work closely with suppliers to ensure timely replenishment of stocks, maintaining a strong relationship for seamless operations.
• Monitor the quality of delivered goods, ensuring that all supplies meet program standards before being accepted into the warehouse.
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the purchasing of perishable and non-perishable goods at kitchen level
• Support the  purchasing committee by helping to formalise processes, templates and policies
• Support the Purchasing Intelligence project by gathering and analysing relevant market information on a certain spending category
• Define and lead improvement projects and set up sourcing projects for indirect purchases
• Review market trends for perishable goods across all regions and advise changes in recipes to drive cost per meal down where applicable
• Monitor unit purchase price for all items to ensure all kitchens meet the targeted cost per meal.
• On-board new Vendors, and keep a detailed record of all vendor data
• Conduct periodic spot-checks of vendors to review and ensure they meet food safety and health  standards

Desired Candidate Profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics,, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory management, warehousing, or supply chain roles, preferably within food programs or the FMCG industry.
• Proficient in inventory management software (e.g., AppSheet, Odoo, G-Sheets/Excel, or similar tools)
• Strong understanding of warehousing and stock management principles.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and handling requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to adapt to dynamic operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across a designated number of kitchens, ensuring adherence to set guidelines for meal preparation, hygiene, and food safety.
• Provide support to kitchen teams to resolve operational challenges and ensure consistent execution of daily meal plans.
• Monitor meal production and consumption data, ensuring kitchens meet daily targets and quality standards.
• Supervise and provide guidance to a team of 5 Field Associates, ensuring they effectively support kitchen teams within their assigned areas.
• Coordinate and distribute tasks to Field Associates to ensure all kitchens are visited and monitored regularly.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Field Associates, providing operational guidance and addressing any issues they escalate.
• Assist in collecting operational data from kitchens and Field Associates, ensuring data accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and submit reports to the Program Analyst on kitchen performance, meal production, and any operational challenges encountered.
• Monitor the implementation of corrective actions suggested by the Program Analyst or during kitchen inspections.
• Support the enforcement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for food safety, hygiene, and meal production in all kitchens.
• Conduct regular spot checks on kitchens to ensure compliance with program guidelines.
• Assist in identifying areas of non-compliance and work with kitchen teams to implement corrective measures.
• Support the training of kitchen staff and Field Associates to enhance their skills in operational excellence, food safety, and data management.
• Help organize and facilitate capacity-building workshops for kitchen teams, ensuring they are up to date with the latest procedures and guidelines.
• Liaise with kitchen teams, Field Associates, and community stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and local support for the feeding program.
• Assist in building and maintaining relationships with local authorities and community leaders to foster collaboration and program support.
• Act as the first point of contact for any operational issues that arise at kitchen sites, escalating them to the Program Analyst if necessary.
• Monitor the resolution of any problems, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented and sustained.