Food Safety & Regulatory Affairs Specialist
About the Role
National Agri Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA) is hiring qualified technical professionals for regulatory inspection, sanitary & phytosanitary (SPS) compliance, and agricultural trade certification in Islamabad and Karachi.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect agricultural commodity consignments, food processing facilities, and cold chains for sanitary compliance.
- Formulate food quality standards, maximum residue limits (MRLs), and inspection protocols in line with Codex Alimentarius.
- Review laboratory chemical and microbiological assay reports for imported and exported food products.
- Ensure compliance with international WTO-SPS agreements and national food safety regulations.
- Conduct regulatory audits, issue phytosanitary certificates, and handle border rejection appeals.
Qualifications & Skills
Basic Requirements
- Master's or 16-year Bachelor's degree in Food Science & Technology, Agriculture, Microbiology, or related discipline.
- 4-7 years of professional experience in food safety auditing, regulatory inspection, or agro-export quality assurance.
- In-depth knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, Codex Alimentarius, and national food safety laws.
- Strong technical report writing, analytical investigation, and regulatory enforcement skills.
- Upper age limit: 35-40 years (permissible relaxations apply).
Preferred Qualifications
- Lead Auditor certification in ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000.
- Experience working with public food safety authorities or international export inspection agencies.
How to Apply
Official application process and instructions for National Agri Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA).
Submit online application via the National Job Portal (https://njp.gov.pk) or NAFSA official recruitment portal.
Attach attested educational documents, CNIC, and experience certificates.
Applications must be completed before the November 25, 2026 closing date.
About National Agri Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA)
NAFSA is the federal regulatory body mandated to ensure food safety, sanitary compliance, and seamless international agricultural trade for Pakistan.
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