UNDP Jobs - 49788- Fortified Noodle Production Feasibility Plan Speci

Fortified Noodle Production Feasibility Plan Specialist

Location :

Dili, Timor Leste

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

29-Sep-2014

Application Deadline :

23-Sep-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

20 days

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

20 days

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

As one of the newest nations in the world, Timor-Leste has made significant achievements in the road to democratization and economic growth; the country is working hard to accelerate the progress in its long road to achieve sustainable economic development. To support the efforts of Timor-Leste, UNDP ‘Mobilize Social Businesses to Accelerate MDG Achievement in Timor-Leste’ project (Social Business Project) in partnership with Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Environment is piloting various approaches to promote social businesses in Timor-Leste as a means to achieve Millennium Development Goals (MDG) in Timor-Leste with ensured sustainability.

One of the social business models that the Social Business Project is supporting is the development of agro-transformative industries as a mean for linking farmers to inclusive market and economic growth. Instant noodles is one of the major imports in Timor-Leste and hence the Ministry of Commerce Industry and Environment would like to explore the possibility of establishing a local fortified instant noodles industry that can serve as multiple national objectives: creation of market for local agro-products, import substitution and also supply quality fortified food blend that can be used both for commercial consumptions and targeted feeding programmes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Establishment Plan for 2 production lines of fortified instant noodles that include but not limited to:

Detailed cost of setup of 2 production lines, including required inputs, machineries and equipment
Timeframe of establishment;
Cost of establishing cassava milling plant.

Operational plan and prospects:

The cost of production of noodles in Timor (both fortified and commercial, including quality control, labor, raw materials, operational cost and overhead);
The incremental cost of fortification and protein addition (from soybeans);
The quantities of cassava starch required to produce noodles, and the quantities needs to be purchased from the local farmers;
The quantities of wheat that needs to be imported;
The production capacity in various scenarios (type of noodle, number of batch etc.).

The detailed financial feasibility of the overall project

Competencies

Proficiency in written and spoken English is a must;
Demonstrated expertise and capacity in production facility planning, production planning and processing;
Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills;
Strong analytical skills;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.

Required Skills and Experience

Academic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, food technology and industries , agro-business and agriculture technology, or related field from recognized institutions;
Preferably master degree in Business administration, food technology or any other field.

Work of experience:

At least 15 years of relevant experiences in agro-food processing field, preferably on instant noodle production;
Minimum 5-10 years of experiences in noodle-processing business planning, factory planning and designing, production planning, machinery and equipment planning, quality control;
Experiences in various functions/units of the agro-food/instant noodle production facilities;
Experiences in various countries and cultures, preferably in Timor-Leste is asset;
Practical experiences in food-processing facility management and strategic planning;
Familiarity with fortified instant noodles manufacturing is an asset.

Language:

Proficiency in written and spoken English is a must.