Job Description
- Position: Food Safety and Quality Officer
- Position Type: Full time.
- Duty Station: Taiz -– School Food Project (Healthy school Kitchen).
- Duration of Contract: 5 months / The cost of work is lump-sum, non-incapable and the employee liability does not end except with the closure of the project.
- Supervision: Direct supervision of the Projects Manager
- Deadline: 12/12/2024
Background
The Humanitarian Development Program (HDP) is a nonprofit and independent NGO in Yemen. It focuses on improving the quality of Yemeni people’s life through well-planned and comprehensive projects in WASH, Education, Food security & livelihood Shelter, CCCM, Protection, Health and related activities that strengthen underserved communities in all parts of Yemen with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergencies.
HDP uniquely believes in the power of community, and the strength of partners and donors to make a positive impact in the lives of Yemeni people HDP uniquely believes in the power of community, and the strength of partners and donors to make a positive impact in the lives of Yemeni people. Humanitarian Development Program (HDP) places human dignity at the center of its relief and development work. At the heart of the Program’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. HDP defines the program’s commitment to the protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) of vulnerable adults, involving HDP Employees and Related Personnel. In recognition of the special vulnerability of children, also HDP affirms commitment to the welfare and protection from sexual exploitation and all forms of abuse of children, involving HDP employees and related personnel.
The Food Safety and Quality Officer is responsible for ensuring that all food prepared and distributed under the Healthy Kitchen Project meets local and international food safety and quality standards. These responsibilities include monitoring adherence to hygiene practices, conducting periodic inspections, and training staff to maintain high food safety standards. The Officer also works to enhance food quality and meal safety while ensuring that they are in line with WFP guidelines and the Human Development Program's regulations.
Summary of the project
The School Kitchen project aims to provide healthy and proper school nutrition for male and female students. The project targets 15,000 students in 20 schools in Taiz Governorate - Salah and Al-Mudhaffar Districts and is funded by the World Food Program (WFP) and partnership with Haeel Saeed Anam (HSA).
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of Projects Manager, the Food Safety and Quality Officer, will undertake the following tasks:
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Develop and implement food safety protocols and procedures in line with WFP standards and local regulations.
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تطوير وتنفيذ بروتوكولات وإجراءات سلامة الغذاء بما يتماشى مع معايير برنامج الأغذية العالمي واللوائح المحلية.
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Conduct periodic inspections of sanitary kitchen facilities to ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety practices.
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إجراء عمليات تفتيش دورية على مرافق المطبخ الصحي لضمان الالتزام بممارسات النظافة وسلامة الغذاء.
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Monitor storage, handling and preparation processes to prevent contamination and ensure food safety.
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مراقبة عمليات التخزين والتداول والتحضير لمنع التلوث وضمان سلامة الغذاء.
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Ensure that all ingredients and meals meet quality and safety standards before distribution.
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ضمان أن جميع المكونات والوجبات تلبي معايير الجودة والسلامة قبل التوزيع.
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Establish a quality assurance system to monitor meal production and ensure that they comply with the required food and safety standards.
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إنشاء نظام ضمان جودة لمراقبة إنتاج الوجبات وضمان توافقها مع المعايير الغذائية والسلامة المطلوبة.
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Supervise the supply process to ensure that all food items comply with quality specifications and safety standards.
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الإشراف على عملية التوريد لضمان توافق جميع المواد الغذائية مع مواصفات الجودة ومعايير السلامة.
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Analyze feedback from beneficiaries and stakeholders to identify areas for food quality improvement.
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تحليل ردود الفعل من المستفيدين وأصحاب المصلحة لتحديد مجالات تحسين جودة الغذاء.
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Training kitchen staff on best practices in food safety, hygiene and quality assurance.
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تدريب موظفي المطبخ على أفضل الممارسات في سلامة الغذاء والنظافة وضمان الجودة.
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Develop and deliver training programs for food handlers that focus on adherence to food safety standards.
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تطوير وتقديم برامج تدريب لمناولي الطعام تركز على الالتزام بمعايير سلامة الغذاء.
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Collaborate with local authorities, WFP representatives and other stakeholders to ensure that food safety measures are consistent with the overall project objectives.
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التعاون مع السلطات المحلية وممثلي برنامج الأغذية العالمي وأصحاب المصلحة الآخرين لضمان توافق تدابير سلامة الغذاء مع الأهداف العامة للمشروع.
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Coordination with suppliers to ensure a continuous supply of high quality food ingredients.
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التنسيق مع الموردين لضمان توريد مستمر لمكونات غذائية عالية الجودة.
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Maintain comprehensive records of inspections, audits and corrective actions.
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الاحتفاظ بسجلات شاملة للتفتيش والتدقيق والإجراءات التصحيحية.
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Prepare periodic reports on food safety and quality performance for internal use and for external parties, including WFP and project donors.
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إعداد تقارير دورية عن أداء سلامة وجودة الغذاء للاستخدام الداخلي وللجهات الخارجية، بما في ذلك برنامج الأغذية العالمي وممولي المشروع.
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Follow up on updates to national and international food safety regulations and WFP guidelines to ensure continued compliance.
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متابعة تحديثات اللوائح الوطنية والدولية الخاصة بسلامة الغذاء وإرشادات برنامج الأغذية العالمي لضمان الامتثال المستمر.
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Identify gaps in food safety and quality processes and implement corrective actions to address them.
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تحديد الفجوات في عمليات سلامة وجودة الغذاء وتنفيذ إجراءات تصحيحية لمعالجتها.
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Perform any other tasks assigned by the direct manager.
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أداء أي مهام أخرى يكلفه بها المدير المباشر.
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Core Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the HDP’s values and ethical standards.
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of HDP.
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
- Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
Functional Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and diplomacy.
- Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.
- Analytical Thinking.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
II. Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Public Health or related field.
- Minimum 2-4 years experience in Food Safety, Quality Assurance or similar roles.
- Preferably have knowledge of WFP food safety and quality standards and guidelines.
- Familiarity with food safety management systems such as HACCP or ISO 22000.
- Experimental working and commentary programs are food production.