Vacancy Announcement International Post-Harvest Specialist(LURAS II)SNV Laos seeks an International Post-Harvest Specialist (1 position). 1. BackgroundThe Lao Uplands Rural Advisory Services (LURAS) project is a program of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and the Government of Laos, implemented by Helvetas in partnership with the Department of Technical Extension and Agro-Processing (DTEAP). The project works on the Northern Uplands on Laos.SNV implements activities towards achieving Outcome 2: Market systems in rural areas that are fair and profitable. The activities should have the following outputs:2.2 Rural enterprises are adding greater value to farm products, including improvements in processing, certification and contracting;2.3 A greater number of decent jobs exist in agribusiness, including promoting a code of conduct for companies, and awareness raising among farm labourers.At present, SNV focuses on:Identifying, selecting and introducing promising approaches, practices, tools and technologies for post-harvest management and food processing in target areas in a number of selected commodities, including rice, maize, coffee and tea.2. Description of responsibilitiesSNV is looking for a short term International Consultant who will in close cooperation with the National Agricultural Advisor:Conduct an appraisal of the opportunities and the conditions for the introduction of mechanisation and other improved post-harvest technologies (storage, processing) at household level with the highest potential for income generation and job creation in target communities.Design specific interventions to capitalise on opportunities identified for rural employment through improvements in supply chains or mechanisation, post-harvest management and processing.Successful completion of the appraisal may lead to a follow-up assignment (intermittent, 6-8 months between May 2020 and November 2021) for the implementation of the identified project activities aiming at creating in cooperation with both government and private sector partners an ecosystem related to post-harvest activities (input supply, introduction of agricultural machinery, maintenance and repairs, training, processing, etc.).3. Required qualifications and experienceAt least 10 years of experience working with the technical and commercial aspects of post-harvest technologies (including storage and processing);Demonstrable experience working with post-harvest management of maize, rice, coffee and/or tea is an advantage;Higher education degree (MSc) in agriculture, rural development or agricultural economics, preferably with some specialisation in the application of agricultural machinery and/or post-harvest management;Excellent command of spoken and written English; knowledge of the Lao language is an advantage.4. Timing, duration and duty stationsThe Post-harvest Specialist mission will take approximately 20 days between January and March 2020 (exact dates to be determined in consultation). The assignment may be extended upon the successful completion of the current project planning but is subject to approval by the contract partner Helvetas. The mission will involve travel to Xiengkhouang (and potentially Oudomxay or Houaphan) province.5. How to Apply Interested consultants should send their CV to: Beunh Sayaphimphone, HR manager SNV office, Vientiane capital, Lao PDR or email to bsayaphimphone@snv.org. Any questions can be sent to Emmanuel Santoyo Rio at esantoyorio@snv.orgThe deadline for application is 31 December 2019. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Career Opportunity at Huawei Laos Office About The Company: Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd is a Chinese multinational technology company that provides telecommunications equipment and sells consumer electronics, including smartphones and head quartered in ShenZhen, China. The company was founded in 1987 by Mr. Ren Zhengfei. Initially focused on manufacturing phone switches, Huawei has expanded business to include building telecommunications networks, providing operational and consulting services and equipment to enterprise inside and outside of China, and manufacturing communications devices for the consumer market. Huawei had over 188,000 employees, around 76,000 of them engaged in Research & Development (R&D). Huawei has deployed products and service in more than 170 countries and as of 2011 we served 45 of 50 largest telecom operators. Our networks, numbering over 1,500 reach one third of the world’s population. We ranks 72nd on the Fortune Global 500 list in December 2018. Annual revenue had risen to US$108.5 billion in 2018 (a 21% increase over 2017).And Huawei Technologies (Lao) Sole Co., Ltd has established the business in Laos since 1998. The total market share at the recently is about 80% across the countries. Huawei Laos has been supporting by the telecommunication in Laos. In 2013 we have been created 3G internet package and 4G as well, and now 5G.We are currently seeking for the Operator Business Account Manager (1 Position) based in Vientiane.Key responsibilities: Understand customers’ requirement and develop plans to drive them and Involve in all activities with customers;Promote high-quality with customers service processes;Approach potential customers to establish relationships;Identify key staff in client companies to cultivate profitable relationships;Explore opportunities to achieve sales targets with pre-sales team;Pro-actively deliver new sales into existing customer portfolio;Resolve customer complaints quickly and effectively;Build and maintain customer relationship;Requirements: Bachelor/master degree in communications and computer, telecommunication or in business administration or related filed;Good communication and interpersonal skills, like and be good at dealing with people;Fluent in English is required, Chinese or Vietnamese ability is preferred;Experience in major projects is preferred; familiar with operator markets and solutions;Positive attitude and hardworking and good time management;Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;Strong analytical skills, organizational and coordination skills;Strong team player and excellent influencing skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment;Ability to effectively multitask in a fast paced environment and strong process orientation;Strong learning ability, passion, willing to challenge, willing to accumulate new work experience.Interested candidates should submit an applicant form, CV and cover letter via email ketsana.sitthiduangleuthai@huawei.com or send to Human Resource by the following address: Vientiane New World, Located at Anouvong Road, Phiavat Village, Sisattanak District, Vientiane Capital, Lao P.D.R Tel: 020 23953656 or 020 55659941. Note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.
