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Victory Farms Kenya has announced several employment opportunities for professionals seeking careers in human resources, fish processing, transport and logistics, health and safety, information technology, cybersecurity, and supply chain management.

The current recruitment drive includes seven positions based mainly in Nairobi and Homa Bay County, with some positions requiring travel to other Victory Farms sites. The vacancies range from operational positions such as Long-Haul Driver and Short-Haul Driver to management and specialist opportunities including Health, Safety & Environment Manager, Head of Supply Chain, and Manager – Group Systems, IT & Cybersecurity.

Victory Farms was established on Lake Victoria in 2016 and operates an integrated aquaculture business covering production, processing, sales and distribution. The company has its head office in Nairobi and farm operations in Homa Bay County. Its operations include hatcheries, fish farming, processing, cold-chain distribution and a growing network of branches serving customers across Kenya.

Interested candidates should carefully review the responsibilities and requirements for the respective positions before submitting applications.

1) HR Operations – Payroll & Compensation

Location: Roo Farm, Homa Bay County

Application Deadline: September 26, 2026

The HR Operations – Payroll & Compensation position is responsible for supporting accurate and efficient human resource operations, with particular emphasis on payroll administration, employee master data, HR systems and analytics. The successful candidate will oversee end-to-end payroll processes for both permanent and casual employees while ensuring that employee information remains complete and accurate.

The position also supports HR reporting and the use of Business Intelligence and other analytical tools to provide information that can assist management in decision-making. Accuracy, confidentiality, statutory compliance and proper management of HR records form an important part of the assignment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Oversee full-cycle payroll processing for full-time and casual employees and ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time.
• Maintain and regularly update HR master data in accordance with company requirements.
• Promote consistent adoption and effective use of HR systems and tools throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Analyse payroll information and trends and provide reports and variance explanations to HR Business Partners, line managers and the Executive Committee.
• Support contract administration, including monitoring renewals, deadlines and relevant documentation.
• Maintain physical and electronic employee records while protecting employee information and ensuring appropriate accessibility.
• Prepare and consolidate monthly HR reports and analytics.
• Coordinate HR projects and ensure payroll changes are communicated and updated appropriately.
• Facilitate statutory compliance, audits and reporting requirements.
• Manage employee separation processes and ensure the necessary payroll documentation is submitted.
• Verify payroll deductions and statutory deduction information.
• Prepare payroll-related documentation, including salary review communications and deduction letters.
• Maintain information on employee attendance, bonuses and personal leave for payroll purposes.
• Administer employee benefit programmes, including insurance policies.

Qualifications and Requirements

Candidates should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• At least three years of relevant experience in HR operations, payroll, master data management or a related area. Experience in manufacturing or agribusiness is considered an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and statutory deductions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in HR systems, with ERPNext experience considered an advantage.
• Good communication and data analytical skills.

How to Apply

Candidates should send a two-page CV and cover letter expressing their interest and qualifications to [email protected].

The email subject should indicate: HR Operations – Payroll & Compensation.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

2) Assistant Processing Manager – Fish Processing

Location: Roo Bay Farm, Homa Bay County

The Assistant Processing Manager – Fish Processing will support the Head of Processing Operations in overseeing the company’s daily fish-processing activities. The position is responsible for helping ensure that production targets, quality requirements, food-safety standards and operational-efficiency expectations are consistently achieved.

The role involves direct supervision of processing activities and teams, monitoring production performance and ensuring efficient utilization of employees, equipment and materials. It also requires continuous attention to product quality, processing yields, waste reduction, equipment reliability and workplace safety.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Assist with planning, organising and monitoring daily fish-processing operations.
• Ensure production schedules are completed within required timelines.
• Monitor utilization of resources and work to minimise product losses and waste.
• Coordinate receiving, gutting, washing, sorting, chilling and dispatch activities.
• Ensure labour, processing facilities and equipment are used efficiently.
• Monitor compliance with relevant food-safety standards.
• Work closely with the Quality Control department to maintain required product specifications.
• Monitor product quality throughout the processing chain.
• Investigate quality-related problems and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure traceability requirements are properly documented and maintained.
• Supervise production supervisors, line leaders and processing operators.
• Conduct daily team briefings and allocate responsibilities.
• Train employees on processing procedures, hygiene, food safety and workplace safety.
• Monitor employee performance and recommend necessary improvements.
• Coordinate with the maintenance department to promote equipment reliability.
• Report equipment breakdowns and support preventive maintenance.
• Ensure equipment is operated according to established standard operating procedures.
• Monitor production yields and processing efficiency.
• Support product inventory control, including fish transfers within the ERP system.
• Assist with controlling operational costs and improving productivity.
• Prepare production reports and analyse departmental KPIs.
• Monitor indicators such as throughput, yield, waste, downtime and labour productivity.
• Diagnose operational challenges within the processing plant and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries Technology, Food Science, Food Processing or a related field.
• A postgraduate qualification in Operations Management, Food Safety, Business Administration or a related discipline is an added advantage.
• HACCP, ISO 22000, BRCGS, GMP, Food Safety Management Systems or related certifications are highly desirable.
• Five to seven years of progressive experience in fish processing, seafood manufacturing, food processing or a related production environment.
• At least three years of experience in a senior supervisory or management position within a high-volume processing operation.
• Experience in production planning, cold-chain management, storage and dispatch.
• A record of meeting production targets, improving resource utilization and supporting operational efficiency.
• Experience managing supervisors, production teams and cross-functional departments.
• A strong background in food safety, quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

How to Apply

Candidates should send a two-page CV and cover letter to [email protected].

The email subject should indicate: Assistant Processing Manager – Fish Processing.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

3) Long-Haul Driver

Location: Nairobi

Application Deadline: September 8, 2026

The Long-Haul Driver will support Victory Farms’ supply-chain operations by transporting fresh fish and other company goods between logistics centres across Kenya. The role requires safe, reliable and efficient long-distance transportation while protecting product quality, particularly when handling perishable products requiring an uninterrupted cold chain.

The driver will also be responsible for vehicle inspections, transport documentation, communication with logistics teams and compliance with road-safety requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Transport fresh fish, company inputs and other goods between Victory Farms logistics centres.
• Carry out pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Ensure the assigned vehicle remains roadworthy and compliant with applicable safety standards.
• Report mechanical problems, vehicle damage, accidents and other safety concerns promptly.
• Follow vehicle repair and preventive-maintenance schedules.
• Maintain cold-chain integrity when transporting perishable products.
• Plan and adjust routes where necessary to avoid traffic congestion, road closures and delays.
• Use approved navigation tools, including Google Maps or similar applications.
• Ensure vehicles are adequately fuelled, clean and operational.
• Assist with loading and offloading products and materials.
• Complete trip logs, fuel records, delivery notes and inspection documentation accurately.
• Observe traffic laws, NTSA requirements, company policies and safety procedures.
• Maintain communication with logistics and dispatch teams during journeys.
• Protect company cargo, equipment and other assets while in transit.
• Practice defensive driving.
• Support emergency procedures in the event of accidents or breakdowns.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A minimum KCSE certificate. A Diploma or higher qualification is an added advantage.
• A valid driving licence with a minimum Class CE.
• At least three years of proven long-haul or commercial driving experience.
• A clean driving record and strong knowledge of Kenyan roads and road regulations.
• Ability to use navigation applications such as Google Maps.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is an added advantage.
• Ability to follow instructions and work within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Willingness to travel long distances and work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends when required.

How to Apply

Candidates should submit a two-page CV and cover letter to [email protected].

The email subject should indicate: Long-Haul Driver.

4) Short-Haul Driver

Location: Roo Bay, Homa Bay County

Application Deadline: September 8, 2026

The Short-Haul Driver will be responsible for transporting fresh fish and other company goods from Victory Farms logistics centres to branches. The position supports daily supply-chain operations by helping ensure products reach their destinations safely, efficiently and within the required delivery timelines.

The driver must maintain product quality during transportation, observe cold-chain requirements, maintain the assigned vehicle and comply with applicable traffic and safety regulations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Transport fresh fish, inputs and other company goods between logistics centres and branches in different regions of Kenya.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections before and after trips.
• Report mechanical faults, accidents, damage and safety concerns.
• Follow preventive-maintenance and vehicle-repair schedules.
• Maintain cold-chain requirements and appropriate handling of perishable products.
• Plan and modify travel routes to minimise avoidable delays.
• Use Google Maps and other approved navigation applications.
• Keep the assigned vehicle fuelled, clean and operational.
• Assist with loading and offloading products and materials.
• Maintain accurate trip logs, delivery notes, fuel records and inspection reports.
• Observe NTSA regulations, traffic laws, company policies and safety procedures.
• Keep logistics and dispatch teams informed about progress, delays and incidents.
• Safeguard cargo, equipment and other company assets.
• Apply defensive-driving practices.
• Assist with emergency procedures in the event of accidents or vehicle breakdowns.

Qualifications and Requirements

Candidates should have:

• A minimum KCSE certificate. A Diploma or higher qualification is an added advantage.
• A valid driving licence with a minimum Class C.
• At least three years of proven commercial driving experience.
• A clean driving record and good knowledge of Kenyan roads and regulations.
• Ability to use navigation applications effectively.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is an added advantage.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends where required.

How to Apply

Candidates should send a two-page CV and cover letter to [email protected].

The email subject should indicate: Short-Haul Driver.

5) Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager

Location: Roo Bay, Homa Bay County

The Health, Safety & Environment Manager will be responsible for implementing and operating Victory Farms’ established HSE systems and governance framework across its operations. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the manager will help ensure that health, safety and environmental standards are consistently applied across farms, hatcheries, processing facilities, road operations and construction sites.

The role combines HSE governance with operational safety, environmental compliance, employee training, incident management and engagement with regulatory authorities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Implement and maintain the company’s HSE management system, policies, procedures, risk registers and safe systems of work.
• Operate the established HSE governance structure and convene safety committees.
• Report agreed HSE performance indicators to the Managing Director and leadership team.
• Exercise authority to stop work considered unsafe.
• Implement updates required by Group management and regulatory authorities.
• Enforce water and marine safety requirements across lake operations.
• Ensure appropriate boat, vessel, life-jacket, rescue and man-overboard procedures.
• Apply machinery, chemical and cold-room safety controls.
• Enforce road and fleet safety requirements across the company’s cold-chain distribution operations.
• Apply construction and engineering safety standards, including controls covering working at height, lifting, excavation and contractors.
• Manage day-to-day environmental compliance, including NEMA licensing conditions, EIA/EA obligations, waste management, effluent management and water-quality monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 2007, WIBA, EMCA and related DOSHS and NEMA requirements.
• Manage statutory audits, registrations, inspections and returns.
• Act as the company’s primary contact with relevant regulators.
• Deliver HSE induction and ongoing training to employees and contractors.
• Promote near-miss reporting and corrective action.
• Lead incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Coordinate emergency-preparedness activities and drills.

Qualifications and Requirements

Candidates must have:

• At least eight years of progressive HSE experience in Kenya or East Africa, including experience implementing and operating HSE management systems in high-hazard, multi-site environments.
• Experience in a high-hazard sector such as marine/maritime operations, manufacturing and food processing, construction, oil and gas, or logistics.
• Registration as an OSH Advisor/Practitioner with DOSHS, together with NEBOSH and/or a professional HSE qualification. IOSH or ISO 45001/14001 lead-auditor credentials are considered an advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of Kenyan HSE legislation, including OSHA 2007, WIBA and EMCA, as well as NEMA and DOSHS processes.
• Demonstrated experience implementing HSE programmes and reducing incidents through consistent enforcement.

Water/marine or cold-chain safety experience and experience commissioning HSE systems for a new processing or manufacturing facility are strongly preferred.

How to Apply

Candidates should send a two-page CV together with a short note describing their most significant HSE achievement to [email protected].

The email subject should be: HSE Manager – VF Kenya.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

6) Manager – Group Systems, IT & Cybersecurity

Location: Nairobi, with travel to other Victory Farms sites

Application Deadline: September 14, 2026

The Manager – Group Systems, IT & Cybersecurity will lead improvements in the use of ERPNext and other enterprise systems across Victory Group’s operations. Approximately 75% of the role focuses on ERPNext and enterprise systems, while the remaining portion covers IT operations and cybersecurity.

The position is expected to improve business processes through automation, stronger system adoption and scalable solutions while maintaining system reliability, governance, cybersecurity controls and effective support to users.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Manage day-to-day ERPNext operations, administration and user support.
• Identify opportunities to use ERPNext to eliminate manual activities and improve operational and financial processes.
• Develop and maintain an ERPNext improvement roadmap.
• Work with business owners to redesign processes before automation.
• Prototype, test and scale successful system improvements.
• Establish processes for incidents, service requests and change requests.
• Work with finance directors and other business process owners to translate operational requirements into practical system improvements.
• Strengthen role-based access, segregation of duties, workflow controls, master-data management and audit trails.
• Coordinate integrations involving Aqua, Snowflake, Power BI and other platforms.
• Reduce unnecessary spreadsheet dependency and duplicate data entry.
• Ensure reliable networks, devices, endpoints, connectivity and Microsoft 365 services.
• Maintain registers covering hardware, software, licences, warranties, users, privileged accounts and technology vendors.
• Standardise technology-related employee onboarding, transfers and offboarding.
• Coordinate IT support across Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania.
• Manage technology vendors, contracts, renewals and spending within approved controls.
• Maintain and implement the Group cybersecurity roadmap.
• Strengthen identity and access management, multi-factor authentication, endpoint protection, patching and secure configurations.
• Lead cybersecurity incident response and corrective action.
• Maintain backup, recovery and disaster-recovery arrangements.
• Coordinate access reviews, vulnerability follow-up, phishing awareness and user training.
• Lead and coach Systems and IT team members.
• Provide management reporting on systems performance, cybersecurity risks, incidents, budgets and major actions.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Seven to ten years of relevant experience across enterprise systems, IT operations and cybersecurity, including at least three years leading teams or significant multi-site services.
• Strong practical experience with ERP platforms. Direct ERPNext experience is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, identity and access management, networks, endpoints, cloud services, backups and cybersecurity controls.
• Experience in a multi-country, multi-site or operationally intensive environment such as aquaculture, agriculture, food production, FMCG, manufacturing, logistics or retail.
• Demonstrated ability to improve technology-service reliability and implement practical system improvements and controls.
• Experience identifying technology-enabled business opportunities and turning them into sustained operational improvements.
• Commercial awareness in vendor, licence, budget and project management.
• Ability to communicate with operational users, technical professionals and senior management.
• Willingness to work regularly from operational sites and travel across countries where the Group operates.

How to Apply

Candidates should send a two-page CV and cover letter to [email protected].

The email subject should indicate: Manager – Group Systems, IT & Cybersecurity.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

7) Head of Supply Chain

Location: Nairobi and Homa Bay, with regular travel

The Head of Supply Chain will lead Victory Farms Kenya’s end-to-end supply chain covering procurement, logistics and warehousing. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the position is responsible for ensuring efficient movement of materials and finished products throughout the company’s operations.

This includes managing the movement of feed to farms and fresh fish from production facilities to markets while maintaining cold-chain integrity, controlling costs and improving supply-chain performance. The position also has substantial responsibility for imports, customs processes, procurement controls, inventory management and team leadership.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Manage daily distribution of fresh fish from the farm to logistics centres and branches throughout the country.
• Protect freshness and cold-chain integrity throughout distribution.
• Manage inbound feed logistics from local mills and import channels.
• Coordinate inbound movement of materials from local and international suppliers.
• Lead fleet and transport strategy, including route planning, vehicle utilization, third-party logistics contracts and transportation costs.
• Oversee warehouses and stores while maintaining stock accuracy and GRN discipline.
• Apply appropriate FEFO/FIFO inventory controls.
• Plan inventory for feed, packaging materials, spares and consumables.
• Lead the Kenya procurement team across category buying, local sourcing, imports coordination and procure-to-pay analysis.
• Manage sourcing of operating expenditure, services, consumables and operational capital expenditure.
• Maintain supplier master-data, purchase-order and three-way matching controls.
• Execute Group-led framework agreements within Kenya.
• Manage end-to-end imports covering feed, capital equipment, spare parts and other materials.
• Manage import documentation, including IDFs, commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading or airway bills, certificates of origin and relevant permits.
• Ensure correct HS classification and calculation of applicable taxes, duties and levies.
• Manage KEBS PVoC and Certificate of Conformity requirements and other commodity-specific approvals.
• Track customs entries through KRA’s iCMS and manage licensed clearing agents.
• Control exposure to demurrage, detention and storage costs.
• Maintain audit-ready import documentation.
• Coordinate weekly and monthly supply planning with Farm Operations, Sales and Finance.
• Manage supply-chain performance indicators, including OTIF delivery, distribution cost per kilogram, stock accuracy, PO compliance and import-clearance lead times.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives across procurement, feed logistics and distribution.
• Lead and develop a multi-site supply-chain team.
• Promote ERP adoption and data quality throughout supply-chain transactions.

Qualifications and Requirements

Candidates must have:

• At least ten years of progressive supply-chain experience in Kenya or East Africa, including at least four years leading procurement, warehousing and logistics as an integrated function.
• Experience in high-volume and fast-moving product businesses such as FMCG, food and beverage, dairy, edible oils, consumer-goods manufacturing or distribution.
• Hands-on experience with perishables and cold-chain distribution is strongly preferred.
• Extensive hands-on knowledge of imports and customs, including IDF documentation, HS classification, duty and tax calculations, KEBS/PVoC processes, clearing agents and KRA iCMS entries involving consignments through Mombasa Port and JKIA.
• Strong ERP-driven procure-to-pay experience and a record of clean audits.
• Demonstrated success in building, restructuring and developing multi-site teams.

How to Apply

Candidates should submit a CV and a short note describing their most relevant supply-chain achievement to [email protected].

The email subject should indicate: Head of Supply Chain – VF Kenya.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Important Application Information

Candidates interested in the current Victory Farms Kenya job vacancies should ensure that they apply for positions for which they meet the stated requirements. Application instructions differ slightly between the vacancies, particularly regarding whether a cover letter or a short note describing a professional achievement is required.

Applicants should also use the exact job title or specified subject line when sending their applications. The company states that applications for several of these positions are being reviewed on a rolling basis, meaning interested candidates should consider submitting complete applications without unnecessary delay.

The vacancies listed above can also be verified through the Victory Farms Kenya careers page.

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