Dairy Specialist

  • Senior-level, Long-term consulting assignment
  • Posted on 18 January 2018

Job Description

Dairy Specialist

Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is recruiting applicants for the position of Dairy Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded Tajikistan Agribusiness Competitiveness Activity project.

Winrock is seeking senior-level agriculture marketing, supply chain, and finance experts for a USAID funded project that will support the growth of a competitive agriculture industry in Tajikistan. The experts will design and provided technical leadership to activities that will support agribusinesses in accessing and competing in domestic, region, and international markets. Through its market-driven interventions the project will spur on and off-farm employment opportunities and incentivize investment in business service provision and market infrastructure. For all positions, preference is given to those with previous private sector experience and advanced degrees.

Position Description:

Dairy Specialist will improve dairy productivity and marketing.

He/she will design embedded extension solutions to facilitate the transfer of recognized quality compliance systems to producers and SMEs. Incentivize investment in upgrading market infrastructure and supporting services. Facilitate transfer and adoption of technology and agricultural practices that will improve quality and competitiveness. Co-create sustainable supply chain models with private sector linked to high value domestic.

Minimum Experience Required:

  • Advanced degree in veterinary science, agronomy or related field
  • 10 years’ experience in dairy production and marketing
  • Track record of working with service providers in the dairy sector
  • Fluency in English, Russian and Tajik.

National candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

To apply for this position, please visit our career site at: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=1836716

About the Organization

Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.

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