Job Title: Food Technologist I. GENERAL INFORMATION: TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. We are a non-profit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs and wealth for their families and communities. With more than four decades or proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives. II. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Solutions for African Food Enterprises (SAFE) is a TechnoServe (TNS) program in partnership with USAID and Partners in Food Solutions, with the aims of increasing the competitiveness cf the African food processing sector and expanding availability of affordable and nutritious foods. Partners in Food Solutions (PFS) is a non-profit organization formed by General Mills to link the technical and business expertise of volunteer employees from General Mills. Cargill, Royal Dutch DSM and Bühler. III. POSITION DESCRIPTION: TechnoServe is seeking a FOOD TECHNOLOGIST for Zambia. This role is critical to the knowledge and technology transfer model and the individual will be responsible for identifying appropriate processors to work with, determining their capacity building needs; defining those needs as projects for PFS volunteer experts; and facilitating the implementation of the feedback and capacity building advice. The Food Technologist will also be responsible for identify industry sector knowledge gaps and working with local institutions to conduct sector wide trainings to close these industry knowledge gaps. V. EDUCATION!QUALIFICATION: B.Sc. in Food Technology, Master’s degree a plus At least 3 years’ experience in food processing, preferably at least 1 in the private sector Strong private sector experience and entrepreneurial skills Proven track record in providing technical solutions to food processors. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and Strong interpersonal and management skills. Ability to generate innovative solutions in work situations. Good computer skills in business software (Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint). Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English. Willingness to travel to remote rural locations and internationally A valid driving license. REPORTING UNIT/SUPERVISOR: Program Manager, Zambia LOCATION: Lusaka, Zambia with local travel up to 60% of the time VI. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Qualified and interested applicants should submit a single Word-formatted document consisting of cover letter, CV, and 3-year salary history (as applicable) to [email protected] before 17:OOhour, 14th November 2014.
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