Quality Assurance Manager at Sa'ianwara 'I'jumai Consultaire Limited (SCL) - 2 Openings

SCL is a fully indigenous, limited liability Agro-Allied company registered in 2010. With a focus on Environment, Crops, Livestock, and People, SCL is committed to transforming the agricultural landscape and contributing to sustainable development. Our Farm-Farmer School, located within our 100-hectare farm, provides hands-on training in regenerative agriculture to farmers, institutions, policymakers, trainers, and extension workers.

Our vision is to restore the lost glory of agriculture as a vital sector for sustaining the Nigerian people. Our mission is to produce premium products and services through modern concepts and technology, making Agro-Allied Business a major source of economic empowerment and livelihood for Nigerians.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Quality Assurance Manager

Locations: Maitama and Kwali - Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Procurement/Quality Assurance
Reports To: CEO/Project Manager

Job Summary

• The Quality Assurance (QA) Manager at Sa’i’anwara’I’jumai Consultaire Limited (SCL) will lead the development and implementation of quality assurance systems across the regenerative agriculture value chain-from sustainable on-farm practices to eco-friendly processing and ethical sales.
• The QA Manager will ensure that every aspect of our production lifecycle aligns with regenerative agriculture principles, regulatory requirements, and high-quality standards that promote environmental health, social responsibility, and economic viability.

Key Responsibilities
Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Design and implement quality assurance frameworks that align with SCL’s Agricore and Regenerative Agricultural Methods, ensuring alignment with ecological, food safety, and organic certification standards.
• Monitor compliance with national and international standards for soil health, biodiversity, input use, carbon sequestration, and eco-labelling.
• Conduct regular audits of farm operations, post-harvest handling, processing units, packaging, and distribution channels.
• Maintain detailed documentation to meet compliance and traceability requirements across the full value chain.

Product & Service Quality Monitoring:

• Oversee the testing and verification of regenerative farm outputs, processed products, and agroecological inputs.
• Implement quality control protocols that reflect organic integrity, fair trade principles, and sustainable packaging.
• Track quality metrics from production to sales, ensuring transparency and consumer confidence.

Training & Capacity Building:

• Train farmers, field officers, processors, and sales teams in regenerative quality assurance practices, including composting, crop rotation, zero-chemical use, and eco-certification requirements.
• Collaborate with the Farm-Farmer School to develop learning modules on value chain quality, ethical sourcing, and regenerative processing techniques.

Process Improvement & Risk Management:

• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance soil regeneration, minimise input waste, and improve product shelf life sustainably.
• Evaluate risks related to pest outbreaks, supply chain disruptions, and quality inconsistencies; devise strategies rooted in resilience and agroecological intelligence.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting:

• Liaise with local and international certification bodies, sustainability alliances, and regenerative agriculture networks to remain compliant and innovative.
• Prepare reports that measure the environmental and social impacts of production practices, as well as standard QA performance metrics.
• Work closely with suppliers, off-takers, and retailers to maintain quality expectations and regenerative standards across all touchpoints.

Key Deliverables for this role
Below are strategic deliverables for the role (this would be finalized with supervisor)

• SCL Regenerative QA Framework aligned with organic, ecological, and food safety standards.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for inspection, grading, and testing of farm and processed products.
• QA training modules for regenerative farmers, processors, and sales teams, co-branded with the Farm-Farmer School
• Process Improvement Plan identifying areas for optimization (e.g., compost quality, packaging sustainability, waste reduction).
• Risk Register identifying key QA vulnerabilities (e.g., pest outbreaks, contamination risks) with mitigation strategies and response plans.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Food Science, Quality Management, or a related field. A master’s degree is an advantage.
• 5-8 years of experience in quality assurance, preferably within the agro-allied sector.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural standards, food safety regulations, and best practices.
• Experience in conducting audits, inspections and implementing quality control systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities to train and guide teams.
• Proficiency in quality management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Ensures precision in quality control measures.
• Leadership & Teamwork: Ability to lead quality assurance initiatives and collaborate effectively.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of compliance frameworks.
• Problem-solving: Ability to identify and resolve quality-related challenges efficiently.
• Process Optimization: Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Application Closing Date
29th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
And
Submit their resumes along with a cover letter outlining their experience and suitability for the role to recruitment@sclng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.