SAM TURYATUNGA
Wakiso
Summary
Dynamic food safety expert with 10+ years of experience in project management, product certification, and business development. Proven success in coordinating stakeholders and manufacturers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Skilled in digital solutions for product authenticity and consumer protection. Trained in Agribusiness models and value chains. Master's degree in Food Safety and Quality Management. Passionate about promoting fair trade and protecting consumers. Ready to drive success in the Digital Conformity Stamps project with expertise and enthusiasm. Worked with various agri-food companies supporting them to comply with all health and safety regulations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Training and Food Product development
UHURU FOOD TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLING CENTRE (UFOTEC)
07.2020 - Current
- Company Overview: http://www.uhurufoodtechnology.com/
- Provided various training programs in Fermented Products (Kombucha, Yoghurt, Wine, and Fermented Cereal Beverage), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Good Hygienic Practices (GHPs). HACCP and SME Business development technical support services.
- Http://www.uhurufoodtechnology.com/
BDS Consultant
GOPA WORLDWIDE CONSULTANTS
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Business Diagnostic consultant responsible for Conducting Business verification and diagnosis, product certification to selected SMEs in Uganda, under the -Enhancing the Competitiveness of Small and Medium Enterprises in Uganda- ECOS/GIZ PROJECT.
Association President
KOMBUCHA MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION OF UGANDA
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Training on kombucha fermentation technology, Quality control programs, and product certification.
Training Consultant
BUKALASA AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Responsible for skilling 81 Agribusiness and Agriculture students in food product development, fruit and vegetables value addition, wine, yoghurt, bakery and confectionery products development and entrepreneurship.
CERRRP Project Consultant
PRIVATE SECTOR FOUNDATION UGANDA(PSFU) -CERRRP PROJECT
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Consultant for Business Development, product development and certification services for Wine fermentation technology.
Senior Consultant on Product development
NDEJJE UNIVERSITY
06.2020 - 06.2021
- - Successfully trained 30 participants on soursop processing and stabilization.
- - Developed a comprehensive training manual on value-added food products, covering standard operating procedures and food safety management.
- - Provided mentorship and coaching to participants, enabling them to establish self-sustaining agri-businesses.
- - Conducted a visit to a nearby food processing factory, providing participants with practical experience and industry insights.
- - Produced a detailed training report, outlining the achievements and outcomes of the training program under RUFORUM Entrepreneurship Challenge Program (RECAP) Project.
Training Consultant
UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (UNDP)
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed HACCP and SOPs for Banana Processing, wine processing and banana chips processing for nine facilities in western Uganda.
Senior consultant on RUFORUM Entrepreneurship Challenge Program (RECAP) Project
BISHOP STUART UNIVERSITY
02.2019 - 02.2019
- - Successfully trained 30 participants in fruit and vegetable processing, including fruit juice, jam, and ketchup production.
- - Developed a comprehensive training manual on value-added food products, covering standard operating procedures and food safety management.
- - Provided mentorship and coaching to participants, enabling them to establish self-sustaining agri-businesses.
- - Conducted a visit to a nearby food processing factory, providing participants with practical experience and industry insights.
- - Produced a detailed training report, outlining the achievements and outcomes of the training program under RUFORUM Entrepreneurship Challenge Program (RECAP) Project.
- Trained over 30 students in value addition.
Mentorship consultant
REGIONAL UNIVERSITIES FORUM FOR CAPACITY BUILDING IN AGRICULTURE (RUFORUM)
09.2021
- Mentorship for Entrepreneurs under the RUFORUM SME Hub; Provided mentorship to RUFORUM ENTREPRENEURS AND STUDENTS involved in value addition of fruits for post-harvest losses reduction & Commercialization.
Education
Ph.D. - Food Technology
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
04.2025
Master of Science - Food Safety and Quality Management
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Food Processing Technology
KYAMBOGO UNIVERSITY
01.2015
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
NTARE SCHOOL
01.2010
Uganda Certificate of Education -
NTARE SCHOOL
01.2008
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the facts given above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
References
- Prof. Ivan Muzira Mukisa, Head of Department, Food Technology and Nutrition, Makerere University, 0775414537, ivanmukisa@gmail.com
- Assoc. Prof. Yusuf Byaruhanga, Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Food Technology and Nutrition, Makerere University, 0772445113, ybbyaru@gmail.com
- Dr. Rebecca Kalibwani, Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, Environmental Sciences and Technology, Bishop Stuart University, 0772666145, rmkalibwani@as.bsu.ac.ug
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/17/88
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Ugandan
- Religion: Protestant
Timeline
BDS Consultant
GOPA WORLDWIDE CONSULTANTS
08.2022 - 10.2023
Training Consultant
BUKALASA AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE
08.2022 - 10.2022
Association President
KOMBUCHA MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION OF UGANDA
12.2021 - 12.2022
CERRRP Project Consultant
PRIVATE SECTOR FOUNDATION UGANDA(PSFU) -CERRRP PROJECT
10.2021 - 05.2022
Mentorship consultant
REGIONAL UNIVERSITIES FORUM FOR CAPACITY BUILDING IN AGRICULTURE (RUFORUM)
09.2021
Director of Training and Food Product development
UHURU FOOD TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLING CENTRE (UFOTEC)
07.2020 - Current
Senior Consultant on Product development
NDEJJE UNIVERSITY
06.2020 - 06.2021
Training Consultant
UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (UNDP)
05.2019 - 06.2020
Senior consultant on RUFORUM Entrepreneurship Challenge Program (RECAP) Project
BISHOP STUART UNIVERSITY
02.2019 - 02.2019
Ph.D. - Food Technology
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
Master of Science - Food Safety and Quality Management
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Food Processing Technology
KYAMBOGO UNIVERSITY
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
NTARE SCHOOL
Uganda Certificate of Education -
NTARE SCHOOL
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