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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 ”, 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 .

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.

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📌 Senior Agri-Food Logistics / Cold Chain Expert (Madrid)
🏢 NTU International A/S
📍 Madrid