Obadiah Ayuma

Results-driven Public Health Officer and certified NITA Trainer with over 5 years of hands-on experience in formulation, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and training within the food and pharmaceutical sectors. Proven track record in developing and improving products—including snacks, seasonings, and spices—through ingredient selection, sensory evaluation, stability testing, and cost optimization. Strong cross-functional collaborator with expertise in scaling formulations from pilot trials to full production, ensuring adherence to HACCP, ISO, and food safety standards.

Combines technical rigor with project management skills to drive innovation, consistency, and continuous improvement in fast-paced FMCG environments.

Trainer (Food and Beverages) - Waterfront Training Institute

(2025-08)

• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs in food and beverage production, covering formulation, ingredient selection, and processing techniques.
• Conduct practical trials, sensory evaluations, and stability testing to ensure product quality, consistency, and compliance with food safety standards.
• Prepare and maintain accurate training documentation, technical data sheets, and product specifications for regulatory compliance and operational handover.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, and Procurement teams to align training outcomes with industry standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

Trainer (Homecare Management) - Imara School Limited

(2024-11 - 2025-05)

• Led development and delivery of training programs, applying formulation and instructional design principles to enhance student competency in home nursing and life skills.
• Conducted practical trials and sensory evaluations to assess trainee performance and ensure quality standards.
• Prepared and maintained accurate training documentation, technical data sheets, and assessment reports.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align curriculum with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Sales Representative (Pharmaceuticals) - Philmed Pharmaceutical Company

(2023-12 - 2024-10)

• Leveraged pharmacological knowledge to promote pharmaceutical products, conducting product demonstrations and technical presentations to clients.
• Benchmarked competitor products and tracked market trends to propose new sales opportunities and product improvements.
• Managed product portfolios, ensuring formulations and claims adhered to regulatory guidelines and food safety requirements.
• Coordinated with Quality, Procurement, and Marketing teams to align product performance with customer needs and compliance standards.

Lead Trainer & NITA Assessor - Kenashi International Limited, Sky Landers Skills Centre & Dykaan College

(2021-05 - 2023-12)

• Led formulation and development of training curricula, conducting ingredient selection, trials, and sensory evaluations to ensure quality and consistency.
• Scaled training programs from pilot sessions to full-class delivery, overseeing successful handover to operational teams.
• Prepared and maintained accurate technical documentation, including formulations, product specifications, and assessment records.
• Conducted shelf-life studies, allergen assessments, and risk evaluations to ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO, and food safety standards.
• Benchmarked competitor training models and tracked industry trends to propose new program opportunities and continuous improvements.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams including Quality, Procurement, and Marketing to ensure training outcomes met regulatory and market requirements.
• Acted as Lead Trainer at Sky Landers Skills Centre, overseeing trials, preparing reports, and ensuring successful integration of training into operations.

Volunteer Public Health Officer - Ogembo Level 4 Hospital, Department of Public Health

(2020-03 - 2020-10)

• Conducted formulation and implementation of community health interventions, including vaccination drives and food handler examinations.
• Supported scale-up of public health programs from pilot initiatives to full community deployment, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Prepared technical data sheets, inspection reports, and product specifications for food safety and building approvals.
• Collaborated with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure all activities adhered to public health standards and food safety requirements.
• Conducted sensory evaluations, shelf-life studies, and risk assessments for food products to ensure consumer safety and compliance.
• Led factory and field trials, preparing trial reports and ensuring successful handover to operational teams.

Diploma - Environmental Health Science (Public Health Officer) - Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) – Kwale Campus (2017-12 - 2020-02)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - Itierio Boys High School (2011-02 - 2015-11)

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - Eburi Primary School (2002-01 - 2010-11)