Ref.
2024/QCALETAFTDOTG/10932
Job offer type
Experts
Type of contract
Service contract
Deadline date
2024/04/14 23:55
Duration of the assignment
Long term
Duration
12 mois renouvelable
Quality control and laboratory expert - Tech. assist. for the develop. of the GI Armenian brandy (M/W)
Departement Economie Durable et Inclusive - EDIN > Pôle Entreprenariat et Innovation
Published on : 2024/03/22
ASIE
ARMENIA
Mission description
In the framework of a tendering process, Expertise France is currently looking for a Quality control and laboratory expert, which will work in coordination with the Team Leader and two other experts:
- Legal expert
- Production and technical expert
Under the supervision and in close collaboration with the headquarters of Expertise France, the main team of experts will be responsible for following activities (non-exhaustive list):
- GI Definition and Registration
- Legal and Regulatory Framework
- Quality Control System Design
- Brand Identity and Marketing Strategy
- Producer Engagement and Capacity Building
Project or context description
This project aims to support the Armenian brandy industry by establishing a unique Geographical Indication (GI) system. It will define the specific production zone, grape varieties, and methods, ensuring quality through robust controls and defining laboratory infrastructure requirements. A distinct brand identity and targeted marketing strategy will prepare the positioning of Armenian brandy competitively in both domestic and international markets. Through legal protection and producer training, the project aims to safeguard authenticity and empower producers, ultimately boosting the Armenian economy and preserving its cultural heritage.
Required profile
Qualifications and skills
• Master's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or other related field.
• Knowledge in the use of analytical equipment and methodologies used for brandy quality testing.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality management systems (e.g., ISO 17025) and accreditation standards.
• Working knowledge of relevant international standards for brandy production and analysis (e.g., OIV, Codex Alimentarius).
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles.
• Knowledge of English.
General professional experience
• At least 5 years of experience working in a quality control laboratory for a food or beverage company, preferably in the spirits industry.
Specific professional experience
• At least 3 years of experience in designing and managing quality control systems, including documentation, record-keeping, and internal audits.
• At least 3 years of experience developing and implementing quality control procedures for brandy production in accordance with GI specifications.
• Experience in validating analytical methods used for quality testing.
• Experience in training personnel in quality control procedures and the use of analytical equipment.
• Experience in advising or working in regulatory authorities and accreditation bodies.
Additional information
Duration of the project : 2 years
Start date: Mid-June
Position based in Yerevan, Armenia
Selection criteria for applications
The selection process for candidates will be based on the following criteria :
- Candidate’s training/diplomas related to the expert assignment
- Candidate’s experiences linked with the expert mission
- Candidate’s expected linguistic understanding
Deadline for application : 2024/04/14 23:55
Expertise France is the public agency for designing and implementing international technical cooperation projects. The agency operates around four key priorities :
- democratic, economic, and financial governance ;
- peace, stability, and security ;
- climate, agriculture, and sustainable development ;
- health and human development ;
In these areas, Expertise France conducts capacity-building initiatives and manages project implementation, leveraging technical expertise and acting as a project coordinator. This involves combining public sector expertise with private sector skills to drive impactful results.