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Future Generations (FG) is the collective name for an international network of non-governmental organizations including FG Country Programs in Asia and Africa, Future Generations University (FGU) and its alumni in 17 countries, academia, and individual’s experts. The original charitable organization, Future Generations, was established in 1992 for the purpose of learning from, and building upon the world’s most successful examples of community empowerment and social change. It is complemented by the Future Generations Graduate School (Future Generations University) in 2006 in the State of West Virginia with authorization to provide a Master's Degree in Applied Community Change focus on Conservation and Peace building.  The Future Generations Afghanistan (FGA) established in May 2002 and obtained its registration certificate from Ministry of Economy, Government of Afghanistan in October 2005.  Since 2007, FGA has been operational in Eastern Afghanistan, and successfully completed development and humanitarian programs in Nangarhar, Laghman , Kunar, Nuristan, Logar, Wardak, Nimruz, Herat, Kanadahar, Badghis, Panjshir, Bamyan, Helmand & Zabul Provinces

The Dairy Processing Specialist will be responsible for providing technical support, practical training, and guidance to local dairy producers in the processing, preservation, and marketing of dairy products. The goal is to improve the quality, productivity, and market competitiveness of local dairy production.

Train local dairy producers on modern and hygienic methods of dairy processing (milk, yogurt, cheese, butter, cream, etc.).

Assess technical needs of dairy processing centers, cooperatives, or producers regarding equipment and materials.

To deliver practical training sessions on small scale dairy processing such as Milk hygiene and handling, Production of yogurt, butter, cheese, and ghee, Packaging, labeling, and storage techniques, Basic food safety and hygiene practices (70% practical, 30% Theory) and using participatory and culturally appropriated methods.

To demonstrate Dairy Processing techniques such as hygienic milk handling, fermentation, churning, and packaging techniques using locally available resources and equipment.

Ensure quality control standards for dairy production and supervise laboratory testing where applicable.

Introduce and demonstrate standard techniques for storage and preservation of dairy products.

Provide technical advice for marketing and value chain improvement of dairy products.

Organize and facilitate training workshops, seminars, and on-site demonstrations for producers.

Offer guidance on food safety, hygiene, and nutrition related to dairy processing.

Prepare and submit regular reports, documentation, and progress updates to the main office.

Monitor and evaluate project activities to ensure alignment with project goals.

Maintain coordination and communication with project staff, local cooperatives, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of dairy processing equipment, production lines, and storage facilities.
• Good teaching, communication, and report-writing skills; familiarity with digital tools.
• Fluency in English and Dari and/or Pashto, both written and spoken
• Ability to travel within Panjshir Province and nearby districts as required.

Interested and qualified candidates for this position are encouraged to apply and send their CVs with a cover letter., only qualified candidates who are meeting the position requirements will be shortlisted &  contacted

Please do not forget to mention the title of position, Location and Vacancy Number in subject line of your email.

Emails with no title of position, Location and Vacancy Number in subject line will not be considered.

hr.afg@future.edu