The African Cashew Alliance (ACA) was established in 2005 to promote the African cashew sector from production to consumption. members include representatives from all aspects of the value chain, including producers, processors, traders and international buyers. The Alliance is a platform for them to share their ideas, exchange information and experiences,
and develop recommendations on how to build a competitive African cashew industry.The Alliance aims to increase the competitiveness of Africa’s 15 producing nations in the world cashew market by expanding processing capacity, creating a production process that is both consistent and high quality, improving the overall economic and regulatory environment of the cashew sector, and promoting African cashews. The post of food safety and quantity advisor is available in Accra, Ghana. VACANCY: Food Safety and Quantity Advisor (Full time) Location: Accra, Ghana DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES . Define and communicate facility and equipment standards to cashew processors . Implement and audit systems for quality and food safety including training and assistance missions . Provide laboratory and technical support for reference samples, non-routine analytical testing and microbiology support . Recommend and revoke food safety and quality seal approval for factories . Develop and maintain resources for technical information on cashew shelling and packaging . Support development of communications relating to food safety and quality. . Ensure coordination with ACA partner organizations . Assure sustainability of program and develop appropriate contingency plans REQUIREMENTS: Proficiency in food safety and quality assurance systems Proficient in critical controls in cashew processing Effective communicator, arbitrator and manager Adaptable to culture and costs limitations Ability to travel frequently and remotely Very good language skills in English and French TO APPLY Please send your application to: aca.cashew@gmail.com by 5 March, 2011 |
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