Kerchanshe Trading Job 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Qualifications & Education

Key Responsibilities

• Record Incoming Red Cherry: -Accurately document the quantity and condition of red cherries received from suppliers or farmers.
• Document Coffee Types Processed:-Maintain proper records of the different coffee types and processing methods handled at the station (e.g., washed, natural, honey).
• Control Fermentation Time:- Monitor fermentation processes to ensure they follow recommended timelines and prevent over- or under-fermentation.
• Oversee Drying Methods:- Ensure coffee is dried using approved techniques and that drying conditions support optimal quality.
• Calculate Mass Balance:-Track input versus output at each processing stage to identify losses, inefficiencies, or inconsistencies.
• Monitor Quality at Every Stage:-Identify and report quality issues during receiving, pulping, fermentation, drying, storage, and transport.
• Record Purchased Dry Cherry:-Maintain accurate documentation of all dry cherry purchases, including quantity and supplier details.
• Check Moisture Content:-Verify that dry cherries meet acceptable moisture standards before storage or processing.
• Verify Standard Ratios:-Ensure processing ratios comply with established operational standards.
• Inspect Cargo Cleanliness:-Check that trucks, storage areas, and loading equipment are clean and suitable to prevent contamination during loading and unloading.

Qualifications & Education

•  BSc or MSc in Biology, Plant Science, Agriculture or related fields with Cupping Certificate

Experience

• 0 years of experience
• Willingness to work at different sites of Kerchanshe Group.

Skills 

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher amongst others.
• Time management skills

Location: Jimma,Bulehora ,Guangua(Dilla area) & Kerchanshe Site

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Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct coffee cupping and sensory evaluation according to established standards.
• Assess coffee aroma, flavor, acidity, body, aftertaste, sweetness, and balance.
• Identify defects and quality variations in green and roasted coffee.
• Prepare and maintain accurate cupping records and quality reports.
• Evaluate coffee samples from different farms, suppliers, and processing methods.
• Support green coffee grading and quality classification.
• Provide feedback to coffee processing and production teams.
• Participate in sample preparation, roasting, and cupping sessions.
• Monitor consistency and quality throughout coffee processing and production.
• Support the development of coffee profiles and blends.
• Maintain proper hygiene, safety, and cupping-room standards.
• Stay updated on coffee quality standards, sensory evaluation techniques, and industry practices.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Coffee Technology, Food Science, Horticulture, Plant Science or a related field.
• Professional coffee cupping/sensory evaluation training or certification is Mandatory.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in coffee cupping, coffee quality control, or coffee processing.
• Experience in coffee cupping, quality control, coffee processing, or green coffee evaluation is preferred.
• Good knowledge of coffee varieties, processing methods, grading, and defects.

Required Skills:

• Excellent sensory and analytical skills.
• Ability to identify and describe coffee flavors and aromas.
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• Willingness to work at different coffee farms, processing sites, or company locations.

Location: Jimma,Bulehora ,Guangua(Dilla area) & Kerchanshe Site

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Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Makes recommendations on the systems and procedures being reviewed,
• Reports on the findings and recommendations and monitors management’s response and implementation of same,
• Identifies and assesses financial risks to the company’s financial statements, operations, and compliance with laws and regulations,
• Develops audit programs to test the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of improvement,
• Prepares audit reports that communicate the findings and recommendations of the audit,
• Interacts with management and other stakeholders to ensure that audit findings are addressed in a timely and effective manner,
• Ensures that comments of external auditors are addressed by concerned departments,
• Ensures the performance of audit procedures to verify that controls are operating through testing and interviewing techniques,
• Inspects transactions and related documents and verify accuracy and legitimacy,
• Performs analysis and concludes on the effectiveness and efficiency of the control system,

Qualification and Skills

• BA or MA in Accounting, Accounting & Finance  and related fields.

Experience:  

• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experiance
• Having experience in corporate and farming industries will be advantageous.

Skills.

• Internal Auditing skills
• Accounting skills
• Complex data analytical problem- solving skills,
• Written and verbal Communication skills,

Location:  Guangua (Dila area)

https://forms.gle/1fQuefXfMPAcTa7v9

Deadline : August 19th, 2026