Food for Education (F4E)
Decentralized Regional Coordinator – Full-Time
Position: Decentralized Regional Coordinator
Company: Food for Education
Location: Willing to Relocate
Type of Job: Full-Time
Reporting to: Decentralized Operations Manager
Application Deadline: November 15, 2024
About Food for Education
Food for Education (F4E) is an African-led, women-led social enterprise that harnesses technology, smart operations, and logistics to provide low-cost, high-quality meals aimed at enhancing nutrition and education outcomes for primary school children in Kenya. Since its inception in 2012, F4E has delivered over 40,000,000 meals, making a significant impact in the lives of countless children.
Our organization’s mission is to scale innovative models that prioritize efficient supply chain management and sustainable sourcing. This helps to continuously lower the cost of school lunches while improving access to nutritious food for children. With ambitious goals, we are rapidly expanding and are committed to reaching at least 1,000,000 public primary school students in Kenya every day by 2027.
Position Overview
The Decentralized Regional Coordinator will play a crucial role in managing kitchen operations, inventory, and meal production across multiple counties in the region. This position ensures that all kitchens are compliant with central guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality control measures. The coordinator will regularly audit kitchen processes, collect and analyze operational data, and facilitate training for local teams. By fostering local partnerships and maintaining high operational standards, this role will contribute significantly to Food for Education’s continued growth and success.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily kitchen operations across counties, ensuring adherence to guidelines for preparing both uji and meals.
- Maintain compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), hygiene, food safety, and quality control across all kitchen sites.
- Monitor meal production metrics, ensuring kitchens meet key performance indicators (KPIs) for the number of meals cooked and consumed daily.
- Provide training and capacity-building to local program analysts and support teams in areas such as KAIZEN Lean methods, troubleshooting, and reporting.
- Collaborate with local teams to drive continuous improvement in operational practices, while fostering relationships with community leaders and local authorities.
- Plan and conduct regular audits of kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and performance standards.
- Act as the first point of contact for any issues related to kitchen operations, escalating issues to central management when necessary and following up to ensure timely resolution.
- Work with program analysts and associates to ensure data accuracy regarding meal production, stock usage, and kitchen performance.
- Oversee kitchen stock management, ensuring timely replenishment and accurate record-keeping.
- Coordinate with procurement teams and local vendors to manage inventory, preventing shortages and overstocking.
- Conduct monthly stock takes and reconcile operational data with financial records to ensure accurate reporting.
- Compile and analyze operational data from local kitchens, preparing reports for central management to inform decision-making and improve overall program effectiveness.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timely dashboard updates on meal production and kitchen performance.
- Adherence to kitchen stock levels and inventory management processes.
- Compliance with operational and safety standards across all kitchens.
- Timely replenishment of stock with minimal shortages.
- Number of audits conducted and issues resolved within stipulated timelines.
- Effectiveness of training programs for local teams.
Desired Candidate Profile
To succeed in this role, candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Food and Beverage Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience in managing decentralized operations, preferably within food production or large-scale kitchen environments.
- Strong understanding of inventory management and stock control systems.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Proficiency in data management tools and operational reporting systems.
- Willingness to relocate as required by the position.
Company Culture and Values
At Food for Education, our core values guide everything we do. These principles shape our work ethic and interactions with stakeholders, ensuring we maintain a strong, collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement:
- Build with excellence and curiosity – We are committed to innovation, constantly striving to find the most efficient solutions to challenges.
- Be the change you seek – We believe in continuous improvement and view it as a shared responsibility among all team members.
- We do what we say, and say what we do – Accountability is key to our success, and we expect all employees to take ownership of their responsibilities.
- Ask why, and commit – We encourage open communication and respectful questioning, fostering a work environment where everyone is fully committed to achieving the best results.
Career Growth and Development
At Food for Education, we are deeply invested in the professional growth of our employees. We offer opportunities for continuous learning and development through:
- Weekly check-ins with managers for regular feedback.
- Career reviews every six months, where employees can discuss aspirations and goals.
- Opportunities to contribute to the growth of a fast-expanding organization while shaping your long-term career.
Application Process – Apply Now For Decentralized Regional Coordinator
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply now by submitting their applications via the company’s official job portal. Please include a detailed resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the best fit for the role. Ensure your application is received before the deadline on November 15, 2024.
We aim to contact all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the application deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful. Keep an eye on our job board for future opportunities that match your skills and experience.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Food for Education is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
To apply for this job please visit foodforeducation.keka.com.