Senior Planner Food Processing, NPA-OS-4 at National Planning Authority

The National Planning Authority (NPA) was established by an Act of Parliament No. 15 of 2002 in compliance with article 125 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda (1995). Accordingly, it is the principal statutory agency responsible for the management of national and decentralized development planning in Uganda. The primary function of the Authority is to produce comprehensive and integrated development plans for the country elaborated in terms of the perspective Vision, Long and Me
Through its external sourcing strategies and career offers, NPA Executive Authority is desirous of filling selected vacancies to strengthen its human resources capacity by recruiting dynamic and self-motivated professional individuals to complement its current staff in the effective and efficient implementation of its mandate. The offer is open to interested professionals with the required qualifications, experience, competencies, skills and the right work attitude. A competitive and attractive remuneration package is attached to each position. .

Senior Planner Food Processing,NPA-OS-4
Reports to: Manager Science Planning
Preferred age: 30-55 years

Main function:
To organize and inform the strategic growth and development of the Food Processing industry in the country and ensure its integration in the national development process
Duties and Responsibilities: Please refer to details on www.npa.go.ug

Person Specifications/ Qualifications
• Hons first degree in Food Science and Technology, Food and Nutrition or closely related field from a recognised university.
• A Masters’ Degree in Food Science, Food Processing or a closely related discipline from a recognized University;
• Post graduate training in Food Processing and/or planning for the development of the Food Processing industry a closely related discipline will be desirable;

Experience and Knowledge;
• Worked for at least 8 years in Food Processing industry and at least 4 years of which must be at Senior level in a reputable institution/ organization,
• Must have a thorough working knowledge of public sector management, Policy development and other areas;
• Must have a good understanding of the Food Processing industry at both the national and International levels.

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