Message-ID: <s1c543ae.014@jsi.com> Date: Mon, 17 Jun 1996 10:13:07 -0400 From: Project Omni <mailto:omni_project@JSI.COM> Subject: USAID Project OMNI Recruiting Food Technologist To: Multiple recipients of list DEVEL-L <mailto:DEVEL-L@AMERICAN.EDU>
******OMNI NEWS FLASH********OMNI NEWS FLASH*******OMNI NEWS ************************************************************************************** SENIOR FOOD TECHNOLOGISTUSAID Opportunities for Micronutrient Interventions (OMNI) Project
The University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff is recruiting a Technical Advisor (TA) for the OMNI Project office in Arlington, Virginia. The position will be based in Arlington, Virginia. The TA will formulate, coordinate and manage project activities related to food-based approaches in preventing and controlling micronutrient malnutrition in developing countries. The TA will provide leadership within the framework of the USAID OMNI strategy and program priorities related to: * Technical approaches to increasing the availability and access to micronutrient-rich foods; * Promotion and marketing of fortified foods through the private sector; * Quality assurance and control measures of food production and preservation processes; and * Development of food-based approaches including dietary diversification to increase micronutrient intake
Qualifications: PhD in Food Science (or closely related discipline). 5-10 years experience in food technology area. Related work experience in private sector and food industry required. International work experience, particularly in developing countries highly desirable. International program management experience highly desirable. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability and willingness for international travel.
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience and based on salary history. Salary plus University of Arkansas benefit package.
Term: Available immediately - assignment through September 15, 1998.
Application: Applicants should address their qualifications and experience in a cover letter, and in a vita that highlights their education and any unique strengths which make them suitable for the position. The application should include names, addresses and phone numbers of six references who are knowledgeable of the applicants' background.
Closing Date: June 30, 1996 or until candidate is selected. Address applications to: Dr. Shadrach O. Okiror, Director International Programs University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff P.O. Box 4960, 1200 N. University Drive Pine Bluff, AR 71611 ***************************************************************************** OPPORTUNITIES FOR MICRONUTRIENT INTERVENTIONS (OMNI) is funded by the Office of Health and Nutrition of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in Washington, D.C. and managed by John Snow, Inc. OMNI's mission is accomplished by developing integrated, comprehensive programs and strategies to reduce and eliminate major micronutrient deficiencies throughout the developing world. Participating countries are based on their micronutrient malnutrition problems, commitment by local officials (public and private) to micronutrient activities, and their capacity to achieve and sustain a demonstrable impact. ****************************************************************************** OMNI is located at 1616 North Fort Myer Dr, Suite 1100, Arlington, Virginia 22209 USA - Tel: 703 528-7474 - Fax: 703 528-7480 E-mail: mailto:omni@jsi.com WWW: http://www.jsi.com/intl/omni/home ******************************************************************************