Regulatory Affairs Officer at Ubereness Nigeria Limited

Ubereness is a confectionery manufacturing, trading, and distribution company, part of the Givanas Group of Companies; Founded to serve Nigerian households. We commit ourselves to provide every Nigerian individual and household only the best quality products at the most affordable price, in the most convenient setting, and in the most professional manner. In so doing, we believe we are significantly contributing to the elevation of service standards as well as the development of the market economy

Ubereness manufacture, tradesand distribute confectionery, powder milk, flavored milk, tea, and tea drinks, carbonated and non-carbonated drinks.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Regulatory Affairs Officer 

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• To ensure the food factory operates in full compliance with local, national, and international food safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• The officer safeguards product integrity, consumer safety, and the company’s reputation by monitoring, auditing, and enforcing compliance practices.

Key Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance:

• Monitor and interpret food safety laws, regulations, and standards (e.gHACCP, ISO 22000, NAFDAC).
• Ensure factory operations comply with government regulations and certification requirements.
• Prepare and submit regulatory documentation, permitsand licenses.

Policy Development:

• Develop, implement, and update compliance policies and procedures.
• Train staff on regulatory requirements, hygiene practices and compliance protocols.

Auditing & Monitoring:

• Conduct internal audits and inspections of production processes, storageand distribution.
• Identify non-compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory agencies during inspections.
• Risk Management
• Assess risks related to food safety, labeling, packaging, and distribution.
• Investigate compliance breaches and implement preventive measures.
• Documentation & Reporting

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with production, quality assurance, procurementand logistics teams.
• Ensure suppliers and contractors meet compliance standards.
• Maintain accurate compliance records, audit reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Report compliance status to management and recommend improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field.
• Professional certifications in food safety/regulatory compliance (e.gHACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC).
• 3 - 5 years of experience in food manufacturing compliance or regulatory affairs.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned area.

Competencies:

• Team Leadership – Effectively manages and motivates field sales teams.
• Execution Excellence – Delivers results with speed and accuracy.
• Customer Focus – Builds strong relationships and delivers on customer needs.
• Market Awareness – Understands local market dynamics and consumer buying behaviour.
• Problem-Solving – Quickly addresses challenges and finds practical solutions.
• Analytical Thinking – Leverages market data to inform and optimize sales strategies

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and industry standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and training abilities.
• Ability to manage audits and regulatory inspections effectively.
• Problem-solving and risk assessment skills.

Application Closing Date
24th July, 2026. 

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CVs to: hra.ubereness@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.