Djakaridja Sawadogo Member

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• More than 11 consecutive years of proven working in the field of the food safety and quality management, and food processing in the developing countries (food processor assessment according to the national and international standard, setup food safety and quality assurance system for small and large food processor, support for setting up food quality control, food testing and analysis tools and equipment in order to ensure the safety and quality of the finished products)
• Extensive expertise on support and accompaniment of the farmers and small food processors with a view to their connection with markets in order to support grow their business (Over 12 smallholder farmers cooperatives and more than 16 food processing units with more than 600 members have benefited accompaniment and support throughout 3 countries in Africa)
• Hands-on experience in training, capacity building, coaching, support, advice and follow-up (develop training material on Good Manufacturing and hygiene practices, HACCP, traceability and support for choosing, procuring and installing food processing equipment and material according to the international standard, perfume the diagnosis, develop the capacity building plan, training, support for hiring food technologist and nutrition associate and follow-up activities the implementation)
• High proficiency in food processor second part auditing and assessment management (auditor selection, support for developing assessment tools and material, coordinate and supervise the food processor audit or assessment according to the FSSC 22000/ISO 22000 standard)
• Strong analytical, networking, and coordination skills with excellent written and oral communication
• Leadership, ability to work within a team, strong drive for results, cultural sensitivity

OTHER STRENGTHS

• Certified on FSSC 22000 V5.1/ISO 22000 lead auditor to be qualified as IRCA/CQI lead auditor;
• Experience in supporting food manufacturer for ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 certification;
• Experience in food fortification project (infant flour, maize flour);
• Hands-on experience in report writing, monthly report related to the activity implementation in English;
• Creativity and listening skills, quick reaction;
• Mobility and dynamism Concern for priorities, autonomy, organization;
• Ability to work in a team and under pressure in the emergency context in English speak country (Liberia);
• Knowledge of food risk assessment and management, the FSSC 22000 standard Requirements;
• Knowledge of humanitarian principles and the United Nations code of conduct, experience of work with USAID as donor.