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Job Title: Food Technologist (Nigeria)
Reporting to the Regional Program Director (RPD), the Fortification Country Manager (FCM) will manage the implementation of the Food Fortification program at the country level, working within the program resources and mandate to meet the objectives of his/her country plan. The FCM will establish relationships with food processors and industry stakeholders to support technology transfer and building their capacity to meet compliance standards for fortification. The FCM will proactively review, make recommendations and report on programmatic activities to deliver TechnoServe’s strategic plan for Food Fortification in the country and as part of the broader regional program.
In addition to providing direct technical support to assisted companies, the FCM will oversee the country team, including Senior Business Advisors (SBA) and Business Advisors (BA) in supporting their country objectives, managing the country finances and reporting their country progress. Business support will include assisting processors with customized business planning, adoption of food fortification and food safety protocols, overseeing market studies, and developing customized processor marketing strategies, business operations and provision of other business advisory services. As the Lead Manager in the country, the FCM will oversee the activities of the country team and work in close cooperation with project partners and will receive technical oversight from the Regional Technical Manager.
Key Organizational Relationships
The Fortification Country Manager will report directly to the Regional Program Director on strategic issues related to work planning, targets, budgets, staff and program delivery
The FCM will receive technical oversight and support from the Regional Fortification Manager with respects to training and technology transfer to assisted companies
Country Director— to align with country objectives, administrative and compliance requirements and to receive support and assistance from the local office as required
Regional M&E Manager to facilitate data capture and reporting
Regional Program Accountant to reconcile program expenses, budget tracking and prepare for upcoming expenses
Skills & Attributes
Food processing experience, preferably in staple foods; with an understanding of fortification technology
Strong project management and strategic thinking abilities
Analytical mind and commitment to quality; rigorous approach with a high level of attention to detail.
Management skills
Proven ability to work in an environment requiring collaboration with the private sector, government, and national and international organizations
Strong negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal
Flexible, proactive, goal-oriented and with a willingness to travel in challenging environments.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Ability to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
Clear and systematic thinking that demonstrates good judgment, problem solving, and creativity
Experience
At least 8 years of experience in developing and managing projects, preferably in the design, implementation and monitoring and evaluation of PPP programs in developing countries
Experience in working with financial and project management systems
Experience of working in the food industry in Nigeria will be an advantage
Education
Masters in Food Technology, Nutrition, Business Administration or related fields
Computer literacy with excellent Excel, MS word, Outlook, and PowerPoint skills
Other Requirements
Excellent command of spoken and written English is essential
Working knowledge of other languages is highly desirable
Ability and willingness to travel both locally and abroad
Job Duties
Represent TechnoServe at the country level, meeting with potential partners and stakeholders: processing company directors and production managers, government institutions and regulators, technical industry experts, service providers and universities, complimentary programs, NGOs and related agencies
Identify, review and select prospective companies for program support, familiarize them with the program offering and expectation for all participating partners
Work with selected companies to identify their challenges to adequate fortification compliance, design project charters to address these challenges and work with program partners to facilitate the appropriate technology and knowledge transfer in support of the assisted food companies
Identify common fortification industry weaknesses and support the design and delivery of sector wide training workshops to strengthen these gaps
Review, monitor, and report on all programmatic activities including periodic progress, and financial reports, ensuring strict compliance with TechnoServe’s objectives, strategies, policies and procedures. Make appropriate recommendations on the implementation plan
Assist the Regional Program Director and management unit in timely tracking of country expenditures, budget management and forecasting, HR recruiting and country staff management, monitoring and evaluation of program results and the development of country workplans
Represent the country activities through reports, presentations, hosting of leadership, donor or stakeholder site visits and other communications as required.
Instructions
We welcome hearing from qualified and interested applicants. Click “Apply Now” to complete a short application and upload your resume and cover letter. Due to a high volume of applicants, please understand that we are able to contact only those who meet the minimum qualifications. No phone calls, please.
TechnoServe encourages diversity in all levels and across all facets of our organization. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ages, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.
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