5 empleos en NTU International A/S

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

• English (C1 mandatory);
• Working knowledge of Russian is considered a strong asset.

Please note that inclusion in the expert pool does not guarantee immediate assignment. Experts will be contacted based on project requirements and matching qualifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Senior Water–Agriculture Foresight 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 strategic planning, climate resilience, and sustainable resource management approaches related to agriculture and water systems, including long-term foresight and scenario-based policy planning.

NTU International is seeking a Senior Water–Agriculture Foresight Expert to support integrated water-agriculture planning, foresight analysis, and long-term resilience strategies related to sustainable agri-food development in Uzbekistan.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development of foresight analyses and long-term planning frameworks related to water and agriculture systems;
• Provide technical assistance on integrated water resource management and sustainable agricultural water use;
• Conduct scenario analyses, climate impact assessments, and strategic modelling related to agricultural production and water availability;
• Support development of evidence-based strategies for drought resilience, irrigation efficiency, and sustainable resource allocation;
• Advise Ministries and public institutions on water-agriculture nexus policies, resilience planning, and future risk management approaches;
• Support integration of climate adaptation, food security, and resource sustainability considerations into sector planning processes;
• Contribute to preparation of foresight studies, policy analyses, strategic recommendations, and technical reports;
• Coordinate with Ministries, water agencies, agricultural institutions, research organisations, and development partners;
• Deliver workshops, technical training, and capacity-building activities related to water-agriculture foresight and strategic planning;
• Contribute to monitoring, reporting, and analytical outputs related to water management and agricultural resilience initiatives.

Education

• Master’s degree in water resources management, agricultural economics, environmental sciences, irrigation engineering, climate policy, or another relevant field.

General Professional Experience

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in water management, agricultural planning, foresight analysis, or climate resilience;
• Proven experience working on water, agriculture, or rural 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 integrated water-agriculture planning, foresight studies, or strategic resource management;
• Demonstrated experience with scenario analysis, climate impact modelling, irrigation systems, or long-term agricultural planning;
• Experience related to drought management, water allocation systems, climate adaptation, or food security analysis is considered an advantage;
• Experience supporting projects financed by the EU, World Bank, IFAD, FAO, ADB, UN agencies, or other international financial institutions is considered a strong asset;
• Experience working with Ministries, water authorities, agricultural institutions, or research organisations is considered an advantage;
• Experience in Central Asia, Eastern Europe, or post-Soviet countries is considered an asset.

Languages

• English (C1 mandatory);
• Working knowledge of Russian is considered a strong asset.

Please note that inclusion in the expert pool does not guarantee immediate assignment. Experts will be contacted based on project requirements and matching qualifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Senior Veterinary and Laboratory Accreditation 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 institutional capacity building for veterinary services and laboratory systems, including compliance with international SPS standards, quality management systems, export certification procedures, and laboratory accreditation frameworks.

NTU International is seeking a Senior Veterinary and Laboratory Accreditation Expert to support veterinary governance systems, laboratory accreditation, SPS compliance, and institutional quality assurance initiatives in Uzbekistan.

Key Responsibilities

• Support strengthening of veterinary services, animal health systems, and laboratory accreditation frameworks;
• Provide technical assistance on veterinary governance, SPS compliance, export certification systems, and laboratory quality management;
• Support development and implementation of laboratory accreditation systems aligned with international standards and ISO requirements;
• Advise veterinary and laboratory institutions on inspection procedures, quality assurance systems, and institutional reforms;
• Support strengthening of diagnostic capacities, testing systems, and veterinary surveillance mechanisms;
• Contribute to preparation of veterinary assessments, accreditation procedures, technical guidelines, and institutional development plans;
• Support harmonisation of veterinary and laboratory procedures with international standards and export market requirements;
• Coordinate with veterinary authorities, laboratories, accreditation bodies, Ministries, and development partners;
• Deliver workshops, technical training, and capacity-building activities related to veterinary systems and laboratory accreditation;
• Contribute to monitoring, reporting, and analytical outputs related to SPS compliance, veterinary governance, and laboratory quality systems.

Education

• Master’s degree in veterinary medicine, laboratory sciences, microbiology, food safety, animal health, or another relevant field.

General Professional Experience

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in veterinary services, laboratory systems, SPS compliance, or quality assurance frameworks;
• Proven experience working on veterinary, laboratory, or agricultural 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 veterinary systems, laboratory accreditation, quality management systems, or SPS compliance frameworks;
• Demonstrated experience with ISO laboratory accreditation standards, veterinary inspection systems, export certification, or institutional strengthening initiatives;
• Experience related to food safety systems, laboratory diagnostics, animal health surveillance, or regulatory compliance is considered an advantage;
• Experience supporting projects financed by the EU, FAO, World Bank, IFAD, WOAH/OIE, or other international financial institutions is considered a strong asset;
• Experience working with veterinary agencies, accreditation bodies, laboratories, or Ministries of Agriculture is considered an advantage;
• Experience in Central Asia, Eastern Europe, or post-Soviet countries is considered an asset.

Languages

• English (C1 mandatory);
• Working knowledge of Russian is considered a strong asset.

Please note that inclusion in the expert pool does not guarantee immediate assignment. Experts will be contacted based on project requirements and matching qualifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Senior Legal / Regulatory Reform 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 legal and regulatory reforms related to food safety, land use rights, agricultural subsidies, environmental sustainability, agricultural insurance, and institutional modernisation in the agri-food sector.

NTU International is seeking a Senior Legal / Regulatory Reform Expert to support legal approximation, regulatory reform, and institutional governance initiatives related to Uzbekistan’s agri-food sector reforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the review, drafting, and reform of agri-food sector legislation, regulations, and institutional frameworks;
• Provide technical assistance on food safety legislation, land use rights, agricultural subsidy regulations, and agricultural financing frameworks;
• Support regulatory impact assessments, comparative legal analyses, and legal harmonisation initiatives;
• Advise public institutions on legal and regulatory reforms related to market-oriented agriculture and sustainable rural development;
• Support development of regulatory frameworks aligned with international standards and best practices, including SPS and food safety requirements;
• Contribute to preparation of legal analyses, policy recommendations, institutional reviews, and reform roadmaps;
• Support stakeholder consultations, public-private dialogue, and inter-institutional coordination processes;
• Advise on governance arrangements, compliance systems, and institutional mandates related to agri-food sector reform;
• Deliver workshops, technical training, and capacity-building activities related to legal and regulatory reforms;
• Contribute to monitoring, reporting, and analytical outputs related to regulatory reform initiatives and policy implementation.

Education

• Master’s degree in law, agricultural law, public policy, governance, international trade law, or another relevant field.

General Professional Experience

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in legal reform, regulatory advisory services, public sector governance, or institutional reform;
• Proven experience working on agricultural, rural development, or public administration reform projects in developing or transition economies;
• Experience in international development cooperation and donor-funded programmes.

Specific Professional Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience in legal drafting, regulatory reform, or institutional governance related to agriculture, food systems, or rural development;
• Demonstrated experience with regulatory impact assessment, legislative review, or legal harmonisation processes;
• Experience related to food safety legislation, land management, agricultural subsidies, SPS frameworks, or agricultural insurance systems is considered an advantage;
• Experience supporting projects financed by the EU, World Bank, IFAD, FAO, ADB, or other international financial institutions is considered a strong asset;
• Experience working with Ministries, regulatory agencies, or parliamentary/legal institutions is considered an advantage;
• Experience in Central Asia, Eastern Europe, or post-Soviet countries is considered an asset.

Languages

• English (C1 mandatory);
• Working knowledge of Russian is considered a strong asset.

Please note that inclusion in the expert pool does not guarantee immediate assignment. Experts will be contacted based on project requirements and matching qualifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.