Senior Agri-Food Logistics / Cold Chain Expert
NTU International
is preparing a proposal for the
EU-funded
project “ EU Assistance for the Uzbekistan AgriFood Development Strategy 2020–2030 ”, which aims to support the Government of Uzbekistan in the implementation of a sustainable, market-oriented, inclusive and climate-smart agri-food system. The project focuses on strengthening policy and regulatory frameworks, institutional capacities, and public sector governance in support of the Agri-Food Development Strategy 2020–2030.
The Technical Assistance will support improvement of agri-food logistics systems, post-harvest management, cold chain infrastructure, and market connectivity in order to strengthen agricultural competitiveness and reduce food losses across Uzbekistan.
NTU International
is seeking a Senior Agri-Food Logistics / Cold Chain Expert to support logistics modernisation, cold chain development, and post-harvest management initiatives related to the agri-food sector in Uzbekistan.
Key Responsibilities
Support development and modernisation of agri-food logistics and cold chain systems;
Provide technical assistance on post-harvest management, storage systems, refrigerated transport, and supply chain optimisation;
Conduct assessments related to logistics infrastructure, warehouse systems, cold storage facilities, and market connectivity;
Support development of cold chain investment plans, logistics strategies, and operational improvement frameworks;
Advise public institutions and private stakeholders on logistics efficiency, food quality preservation, and export-oriented supply chains;
Promote integration of sustainability, energy efficiency, digital tracking systems, and climate-smart approaches into logistics systems;
Contribute to preparation of logistics assessments, technical studies, operational guidelines, and policy recommendations;
Coordinate with Ministries, logistics operators, agribusinesses, producer organisations, exporters, and development partners;
Deliver workshops, technical training, and capacity-building activities related to agri-food logistics and cold chain management;
Contribute to monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of logistics and supply chain development initiatives.
Education
Master’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, agricultural engineering, agribusiness, food systems, or another relevant field.
General Professional Experience
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in logistics, cold chain systems, supply chain management, or agri-food infrastructure;
Proven experience working on agricultural, logistics, or market development projects in developing or transition economies;
Experience in international development cooperation and donor-funded programmes.
Specific Professional Experience
Minimum 7 years of experience in agri-food logistics, cold chain systems, post-harvest management, or supply chain development initiatives;
Demonstrated experience with refrigerated transport systems, storage infrastructure, warehouse management, or export logistics systems;
Experience related to horticulture, food processing, export-oriented agriculture, or market access initiatives is considered an advantage;
Experience supporting projects financed by the EU, World Bank, IFAD, FAO, ADB, EBRD, or other international financial institutions is considered a strong asset;
Experience working with agribusiness companies, logistics operators, producer organisations, or export agencies is considered an advantage;
Experience in Central Asia, Eastern Europe, or post-Soviet countries is considered an asset.
Languages
Working knowledge of Russian is considered a strong asset.
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NTU International
is preparing a proposal for the
EU-funded
project “ EU Assistance for the Uzbekistan AgriFood Development Strategy 2020–2030 ”, which aims to support the Government of Uzbekistan in the implementation of a sustainable, market-oriented, inclusive and climate-smart agri-food system. The project focuses on strengthening policy and regulatory frameworks, institutional capacities, and public sector governance in support of the Agri-Food Development Strategy 2020–2030.
The Technical Assistance will support improvement of agri-food logistics systems, post-harvest management, cold chain infrastructure, and market connectivity in order to strengthen agricultural competitiveness and reduce food losses across Uzbekistan.
NTU International
is seeking a Senior Agri-Food Logistics / Cold Chain Expert to support logistics modernisation, cold chain development, and post-harvest management initiatives related to the agri-food sector in Uzbekistan.
Key Responsibilities
Support development and modernisation of agri-food logistics and cold chain systems;
Provide technical assistance on post-harvest management, storage systems, refrigerated transport, and supply chain optimisation;
Conduct assessments related to logistics infrastructure, warehouse systems, cold storage facilities, and market connectivity;
Support development of cold chain investment plans, logistics strategies, and operational improvement frameworks;
Advise public institutions and private stakeholders on logistics efficiency, food quality preservation, and export-oriented supply chains;
Promote integration of sustainability, energy efficiency, digital tracking systems, and climate-smart approaches into logistics systems;
Contribute to preparation of logistics assessments, technical studies, operational guidelines, and policy recommendations;
Coordinate with Ministries, logistics operators, agribusinesses, producer organisations, exporters, and development partners;
Deliver workshops, technical training, and capacity-building activities related to agri-food logistics and cold chain management;
Contribute to monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of logistics and supply chain development initiatives.
Education
Master’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, agricultural engineering, agribusiness, food systems, or another relevant field.
General Professional Experience
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in logistics, cold chain systems, supply chain management, or agri-food infrastructure;
Proven experience working on agricultural, logistics, or market development projects in developing or transition economies;
Experience in international development cooperation and donor-funded programmes.
Specific Professional Experience
Minimum 7 years of experience in agri-food logistics, cold chain systems, post-harvest management, or supply chain development initiatives;
Demonstrated experience with refrigerated transport systems, storage infrastructure, warehouse management, or export logistics systems;
Experience related to horticulture, food processing, export-oriented agriculture, or market access initiatives is considered an advantage;
Experience supporting projects financed by the EU, World Bank, IFAD, FAO, ADB, EBRD, or other international financial institutions is considered a strong asset;
Experience working with agribusiness companies, logistics operators, producer organisations, or export agencies is considered an advantage;
Experience in Central Asia, Eastern Europe, or post-Soviet countries is considered an asset.
Languages
Working knowledge of Russian is considered a strong asset.
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Senior Agri-Food Logistics / Cold Chain Expert Arbeitgeber: NTU International A/S
NTU International ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern die Möglichkeit bietet, an bedeutenden Projekten zur Entwicklung nachhaltiger Agrar- und Lebensmittelsysteme in Usbekistan mitzuwirken. Mit einem starken Fokus auf berufliche Weiterbildung, institutionelle Kapazitätsentwicklung und ein unterstützendes Arbeitsumfeld fördert das Unternehmen eine Kultur des Lernens und der Zusammenarbeit. Die Mitarbeiter profitieren von vielfältigen Wachstumschancen und der Möglichkeit, einen positiven Einfluss auf die Gesellschaft zu nehmen, während sie in einem dynamischen internationalen Umfeld arbeiten.
