About This Role
This position sits at the quality-control frontline of a dairy processing operation, where you would be the person translating raw milk and finished products into pass-or-fail data before they reach consumers. Working under Ehfat PLC within the ABIG group means you inherit structured management systems but also the pace of a factory floor, not a quiet research lab. It suits someone early in their microbiology career who is comfortable with shift-based plant realities and wants hands-on exposure to food safety systems in a growing FMCG group.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The 1–3 year band tells you they want someone who has already handled actual samples and lab equipment, not just coursework — but not so senior that they expect you to design testing protocols independently. Expect the selection to favor candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with dairy-specific organisms and spoilage indicators, since the role is product-focused rather than general microbiology. The mention of a factory duty station signals they value reliability and adherence to routine over research creativity.
How to Approach This Application
Lead with any hands-on laboratory experience involving food, beverage, or dairy matrices — even internship or university lab work counts if you describe the specific tests you performed. Since ABIG is a multi-sector holding company, show that you understand this is a commercial quality-assurance role where turnaround time and documentation discipline matter as much as technical accuracy. If you have exposure to standard food safety frameworks or HACCP principles, name them explicitly.
Who This Role Suits
Best suited to a recent microbiology or food science graduate with some practical lab exposure who wants to build a career in FMCG quality assurance. Competition is likely moderate — dairy microbiology is a niche skill, which works in your favor if you can prove genuine lab competence.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT 8-2025/26
ABIG is an umbrella management company overseeing a diverse investment portfolio across Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Import & Export, Healthcare, Retail, and Property Management. Our team brings together seasoned experts to drive growth and operational excellence across our group of companies, guided by our philosophy that "Our People Are Our Business.
Job Title: Junior Microbiologist
Duty Station: Company's factory location-Saris- Addis Ababa
Employment Type: Full Time
Availability: As Soon As Possible
JOB PURPOSE
Our sister company, Ehfat PLC, is seeking a Junior Microbiologist to conduct microbiological testing of raw milk, pasteurized milk, yoghurt, and other dairy products. The role is responsible for ensuring product safety and quality through accurate laboratory testing, proper sample handling, maintaining laboratory hygiene, and complying with microbiological safety procedures.
KEY RESPOSIBILITIES
- Conduct microbiological testing of raw milk, pasteurized milk, yoghurt, and other dairy products.
- Perform microbiological tests, including Total Plate Count (TPC), Total Coliform Count (TCC), E. coli, yeast, and mould.
- Collect, handle, and prepare samples using proper sampling procedures and aseptic techniques.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Sterilize laboratory equipment, glassware, and materials as required.
- Follow microbiological safety procedures and laboratory protocols.
- Record and maintain accurate laboratory test results and documentation.
- Identify and report test deviations and microbiological contamination.
- Recommend corrective actions to ensure product safety and quality.
- Support the implementation of food safety and quality assurance standards.
- BSc Degree in Microbiology, Applied Biology, Biology or a related field.
- One (1) year of relevant experience in microbiological laboratory testing, preferably in the dairy or food manufacturing industry.
How To Apply
All interested and qualified applicants may send a cover/application letter and updated CV with the relevant documents via recruitment@ab-ig.com or www.ethiojobs.com On or before November 19, 2026.
For further information, please call +251 (11) 558-9531 / +251 (11) 558-6868
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Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
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