Senior Agri-Food Logistics​/Cold Chain Expert

Senior Agri-Food Logistics / Cold Chain Expert

NTU International is preparing a proposal for the EU-funded project “
EU Assistance for the Uzbekistan Agri Food 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.

• 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.

• Master’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, agricultural engineering, agribusiness, food systems, or another relevant field.

• 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.

• 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.

• Working knowledge of Russian is considered a strong asset.