CHIEF: FAN (FARM ASSURED NAMIBIAN) MEAT – The Meat Board

The misston of tho Mca! Board of Namibia is to promote a conducive environment for sustainable livestock production, market grovdh and diversification for livestock, meat and meat products.

The Meat Board is looking for a suitably capable, experienced, qualified and mature:

CHIEF: FAN (FARM ASSURED NAMIBIAN) MEAT

Reporting directly to the Manager: Meat Standards, the incumbent will mainly be responsible for assisting in the administration of the FAN Meat Scheme through monitoring of compliance to the FAN Meat scheme, identification of non-compliance and risks to integrity, development of mitigating strategies and implementation of corrective actions. Promotion of the FAN Meat scheme and public relations will form part of his/her responsibilities, as well as effective leadership and supervision of a team. The incumbent will also be responsible for the implementation and administration of the Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001).

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a related field, of which 3 years should be in a Supervisory/Leadership position.

Strong computer based data gathering, processing and reporting skills.

• Sound knowledge of the meat industry, with broader background of the farming systems.
• Knowledge of the livestock sector Including livestock Identification and Traceability.
• Knowledge of the Quality Management Systems (ISO).
• Valid code BE Driver’s License.
• Namibian Citizen.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Capability to work independently, and effectively lead and supervise a team.
• Capability of handling heavy workloads effectively, efficiently, professionally and against deadlines.
• Organising, conducting and coordinating audits and report writing.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Analytical mind with the ability to analyse data and information, with relevant problem solving stalls.
• Knowledge of other indigenous languages will be an advantage.

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant BSc Agriculture Degree (Animal Science) or related field
• Advanced MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint competence
• Previous successful completion of a Lead Auditor course will be an added advantage.