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We are looking for a dedicated Human Resource Business Partner Associate to join our team. As the HRBP Associate you will support the HR Business Partner and play a vital role in delivering strategic HR solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and employee engagement. This position offers valuable exposure to HR operations and initiatives, providing a platform for professional growth within the HR field.

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Company Description

Founded in 2015, Victory Farms is the fastest-growing white protein platform in East Africa. Victory Farms disrupts the aquaculture industry by embedding data-driven thinking throughout its value chain. The company operates a fully-integrated platform across production, processing, distribution, and sales, directly serving tens of thousands of Kenyan mass market customers. Victory Farms aims to build the world's most sustainable end-to-end protein platform, providing affordable, fresh, and healthy meals to 2 billion Africans.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an HR Operations and Payroll Manager located in Nairobi County, Kenya. The HR Operations and Payroll Manager will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of HR operations, including payroll processing, employee benefits management, compliance with labor laws, and maintaining employee records. The role involves developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, supporting talent acquisition, and ensuring effective employee relations practices are in place. Additionally, the HR Operations and Payroll Manager will handle payroll discrepancies, prepare payroll reports, and work closely with different departments to ensure smooth HR operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR Operations, Payroll Processing, and Employee Benefits Management
• Knowledge of Labor Laws and Regulatory Compliance related to HR
• Skills in Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, and HR Policy Development
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in HR Software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience working in the African market and the aquaculture industry is a plus

We are seeking a dynamic Breeding Program Supervisor to oversee breeding cycles, fish health, and water quality management. This role involves leading daily operations, feeding regimes, and staff training to ensure compliance and efficiency. You will manage equipment, logistics, and quality assurance while driving continuous process improvement. The Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented and passionate about sustainable aquaculture and operational excellence.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Task Assignment & Scheduling:
  Efficiently assign tasks, develop schedules, and train staff on breeding techniques, fish handling, and biosecurity measures, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Breeding Cycle Management:
  Oversee all aspects of the breeding cycle, including broodstock management, spawning, egg collection, incubation, fry rearing, tagging, and harvesting. Monitor fish health and growth, enforcing stringent biosecurity protocols.
• Water Quality Monitoring:
  Regularly monitor critical water parameters (pH, dissolved oxygen, temperature) and supervise pond and lake cage preparation to maintain optimal environments for fish.
• Feeding Regimes:
  Implement and manage precise feeding regimes across all life stages of fish, ensuring proper feed dispensation and storage to promote maximum growth and health.
• Record Keeping & Analysis:
  Maintain comprehensive records of production, health, inventory, feeding, and genetic data. Analyze this data to optimize operational processes and report progress to management.
• Equipment Oversight:
  Oversee the operation and maintenance of HERO program equipment and assist with budget allocation. Coordinate logistics related to fish transfers, tagging, harvesting, and other major events.
• Quality Assurance:
  Ensure high-quality fish seed production, collaborate on continuous process improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Daily Operations:
  Supervise daily feeding, monitoring, and health assessments of fish populations at different stages of development.
• Coordination of Activities:
  Supervise and coordinate additional activities within the HERO program as assigned by management.

Skills and qualifications:

• Education:
  A Bachelor's degree or Diploma in a relevant field such as Aquaculture, Fisheries Management, Marine Biology, Aquatic Science, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Experience:
  A minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven, hands-on experience in fish breeding, hatchery operations, and fish farm management. Experience in a supervisory or team lead role is a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of
  fish nutrition, broodstock management,
  and
  aquaculture feed trials.
• Expertise in developing and implementing precise feeding regimes for various life stages of fish.
• Knowledge in
  water quality monitoring
  ,
  biosecurity
  , and
  agricultural/environmental finance models
  .
• Familiarity with
  data collection, analysis,
  and
  impact reporting
  , especially in ESG or biodiversity contexts.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and supervise a team, ensuring high standards of work and safety.
• Strong organizational and planning skills to manage tasks, schedules, and resources efficiently.
• Proficiency in maintaining meticulous records and analyzing production data to inform business decisions and drive process improvements.
• Competence in using relevant software for data entry and analysis.
• Familiarity with local and national regulations governing aquaculture, as issued by the Kenya Fisheries Service.

Benefit
:

• Visibility into the world's fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate's success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications to

Indicate the Job Title as the email subject –
Breeding Program Supervisor

Victory Farms Limited a leading aquaculture company is looking for a We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Skipper to join our growing team in Homa Bay. With the addition of an 11-meter catamaran to our expanding fleet, the successful candidate will be responsible for operating this vessel and other boats ranging from 8 to 14 meters. This is a hands-on role for a skilled skipper who is passionate about marine operations and safety.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· Operate and navigate the 11-meter catamaran and other fleet vessels (8–14 meters) safely and efficiently.

· Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company procedures, and maritime laws.

· Conduct pre-departure checks, routine maintenance, and safety drills.

· Supervise crew and passengers, providing clear safety briefings and ensuring a positive onboard

experience.

· Maintain accurate logs of voyages, incidents, and maintenance activities.

· Assist with docking, anchoring, and general upkeep of vessels.

· Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies or mechanical issues.

· Collaborate with the operations team to optimize fleet scheduling and logistics.

Skills and qualifications:

· Proven experience as a boat captain/skipper, ideally with catamarans or similar vessels (8–14 meters).

· Valid boat operating license and up-to-date safety certificates (STCW or equivalent).

· Strong knowledge of navigation, seamanship, and boat handling in various weather conditions.

· Demonstrated commitment to safety and emergency procedures.

· Good communication and leadership skills for managing crew and interacting with passengers.

· Ability to perform routine vessel maintenance and basic troubleshooting.

· Additional marine or technical qualifications are an advantage.

Benefit
:

· Visibility into the world's fastest growing aquaculture company.

· Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.

· The team is committed to the candidate's success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector

About Victory Farms

Victory Farms is building the most sustainable and scalable protein business in Africa through an innovative aquaculture business platform. This vertically integrated protein platform owns and operates the inputs to fish production: feed, genetics and hatchery. The platform owns and operates farming sites, where tilapia is produced efficiently in the pristine waters of Lake Victoria (Kenya) and Lake Kivu (Rwanda). Victory then processes its fish and operates cold chain to move fresh and processed fish throughout Kenya and Rwanda. And lastly, Victory operates 80 retail locations in Kenya and 5 retail locations in Rwanda, where the fish are sold to tens of thousands of market ladies, who serve the mass market consumer.

Victory Farms aspires to be the world's first truly regenerative aquaculture business. The Company uses two simple metrics to track its achievement toward this goal: carbon negative and biodiversity positive. The first major step to achieve carbon negative operations, the company has built the world's first 100% geothermal feed mill. More programs are underway. To achieve biodiversity positive on land and water, the Company has a number of land-based and water-based restoration projects, which can demonstrate progress toward improved biodiversity on all the company's earth footprints.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a Cover Letter as one document expressing your interest and qualifications to

Applications will be processed on a roll in basis.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Maintenance Engineer (Marine)
with a strong bias in Marine Engineering to join our team. This role is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance, maintenance, and reliability of our marine vessels, aquaculture equipment, and associated mechanical systems. The successful candidate will apply engineering principles to design, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize mechanical components, contributing directly to our operational efficiency and sustainability goals.

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Marine Engineer
with a strong bias in Marine Engineering to join our team. This role is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance, maintenance, and reliability of our marine vessels, aquaculture equipment, and associated mechanical systems. The successful candidate will apply engineering principles to design, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize mechanical components, contributing directly to our operational efficiency and sustainability goals.

Click Maintenance Engineer (Marine) - Victory Farms Kenya for more on the role.