Land O’Lakes International Development is receiving applications for a long-term Food Fortification and Processing Expert to support anticipated USAID-funded efforts to identify strategies that improve the delivery of micronutrients to vulnerable populations and build the capacity of the private sector to develop and deliver nutrient-rich foods. The position will be based in Washington, DC, with occasional global travel.
Land O’Lakes International Development is a non-profit division of the farmer-owned agricultural cooperative, with more than 80 years of farm-to-market experience. For more information on our organization, please visit our website at www.idd.landolakes.com
The Expert will lead food product formulation to ensure products meet the nutritional requirements of target groups while retaining broad-based commercial appeal and conforming to food safety standards; consolidate international best practices in food fortification; build the capacity of partners to develop food fortification strategies; conduct feasibility studies on local production; assess market demand for fortified foods; prepare training guidelines on local food production and quality control; advise on shelf-life and stability testing; and develop strategies for home fortification, preservation, and processing of foods.
Required qualifications:
• MSc in food technology, food science, or other related field preferred; BSc required • Minimum 10 years of professional experience in food production technology, product cost analysis, quality control, packaging, processing, marketing and distribution required • Minimum 2 years of professional experience in a developing country required; consulting experience on a USAID or other donor-funded required
Please note that the above position is dependent on USAID award of the anticipated program to the Land O’Lakes consortium, and on USAID approval of any proposed candidate.
Qualified applicants are requested to submit CVs as soon as possible, and no later than May 23rd, 2011. To apply, please submit your CV through the website, www.idd.landolakes.com; please click on “Get Involved”, then “Opportunities”.
No phone calls, please. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Closing date: 23 May 2011
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