Job title: Coffee Cupping Instructor 

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Company: TradeEthiopia Bussiness Group, TradeEthiopia Business & Innovation Training Institute (TESBINN)

Employment Type: Full-time

Deadline: January 30, 2025

Quantity: 2

Starting Date: As soon as possible

🏢 About TradeEthiopia Business & Innovation Training Institute (TESBINN)

TradeEthiopia Business & Innovation Training Institute (TESBINN) is dedicated to equipping professionals, entrepreneurs, and businesses with practical skills, industry knowledge, and strategic insights to succeed in today’s dynamic global marketplace. Our training programs focus on international trade, business development, emerging technologies, financial management, and hospitality

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach trainees the science of coffee cupping, including:

• Ethiopian coffee varieties (e.g., Yirgacheffe, Sidamo, Harrar) and their unique flavor profiles.

• International and Ethiopian grading systems (e.g., Ethiopian Commodity Exchange/ECX standards).

• Coffee defects, quality parameters, and Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) protocols.

• Documentation practices for traceability, certifications (e.g., organic, Fair Trade), and export requirements.

• Conduct classes on sensory analysis, covering aroma, acidity, body, and aftertaste.

• Explain Ethiopia’s coffee cultural heritage and its significance in global markets.

• Lead hands-on cupping sessions using Ethiopian coffee samples and tools (e.g., spoons, grinders, cupping bowls).

Demonstrate:

• Aroma evaluation, slurping techniques, and scoring using SCA or ECX scorecards.

• Identification of defects (e.g., sourness, ferment) and their impact on grading.

• Supervise trainees in calibration exercises to ensure consistency in scoring.

• Design and administer written exams on theoretical concepts (e.g., ECX grading criteria).

• Evaluate trainees’ practical skills through blind cupping tests and real-world scenarios.

• Provide individualized feedback to improve trainees’ cupping accuracy and documentation.

• Maintain training records in compliance with Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority (ECTA) regulations.

• Prepare reports on trainee progress for company and regulatory purposes.

• Ensure training materials align with Ethiopia’s coffee export laws and global standards (e.g., SCA, CQI).

• Conduct training sessions on coffee cupping, grading, sensory evaluation, and related subjects.

• Deliver both theoretical and practical lessons using approved curriculum and training materials.

• Demonstrate proper cupping protocols and ensure trainees follow correct procedures.

• Assist in developing and updating training modules, lesson plans, and practical exercises.

• Ensure all training content aligns with industry standards and organizational quality requirements.

• Evaluate trainee performance through practical tests, cupping exams, and written assessments.

• Provide feedback, guidance, and support to trainees throughout the training program.

• Maintain accurate records of attendance, performance, and completion.

• Ensure training sessions adhere to safety, hygiene, and professional cupping protocols.

• Assist in quality control tasks when required (sample cupping, calibration, grading).

• Prepare training spaces, equipment, cupping supplies, and materials before each session.

• Ensure all training tools are cleaned, maintained, and organized after lessons.

• Submit training reports, trainee results, and required documents on time.

• Stay updated on industry trends, cupping innovations, and global coffee standards.

• Participate in workshops, calibration sessions, and professional development activities.

• Uphold consistent cupping procedures, quality standards, and calibration practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conducting both theory sessions and live cupping demonstrations.

2. Explaining international coffee grading, tasting notes, and cupping protocols.

3. Supervising trainees during practical cupping, ensuring accurate techniques and documentation.

4. Developing training schedules and materials for both classroom and practical work.

5. Evaluating trainee performance through tests, practical assessments, and feedback.

6. Creating professional course outlines and ensuring they are relevant and current.

7. Adjusting instruction style based on feedback and effectiveness.

8. Providing a respectful, hands-on learning environment.

9. Conduct professional coffee cupping sessions and training

10. Teach the principles of sensory analysis, flavor profiling, and defect identification

11. Develop cupping protocols and curriculum based on industry standards

12. Evaluate and certify trainees' cupping skills

13. Maintain high standards of hygiene and professionalism in the lab

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Coffee Technology, Food Science, Agriculture, or a related field (preferred).

• Certificate of Competency (COC) Level 4 in Coffee or equivalent recognized certification.

• Has experience in coffee cupping, grading, sensory evaluation, or quality assessment.

• Has prior experience in teaching or training, preferably in coffee-related courses.

• Strong understanding of coffee quality control procedures and industry standards.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and instructional skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality education and consistent training results.

• Ability to evaluate trainee performance and maintain accurate training records.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and impactful working environment.

• Opportunities to grow with one of Ethiopia’s fastest-growing trade platforms.

• Exposure to international markets, expos, and professional networks.

• Performance-based incentives and growth pathways.

How to Apply

Send your CV, cover letter, and references to:

Email: job@enisra.com

Subject Line: Application on Coffee Cupping Instructor

For further information contact Tel: +251907597231

Website: www.tradethiopia.com