Experienced Veterinary Vacancy at Invivo

JOB DESCRIPTION
InVivo NSA supports Olam in the design, equipment selection and installation of its feed mills across Nigeria. Nutrition and formulation experts work closely with Olams team to build a strong understanding of the local market and develop cost effective formulation using both local and imported raw materials.

InVivo NSA also trains Olams staff on providing veterinary field support to poultry and fish farmers in order to help deliver consistent product performance.

In addition, Olam gains access to InVivo NSAs R&D and product development facilities as well as their feed manufacturing units in other developing markets across Asia and Latin America.

To drive and strengthen this development in the Asian region, INVIVO NSA is recruiting a Head Nutrition and Veterinary M/W used to work in developing countries and exposed to Africa.

THE SUCCESFULL APPLICANT

• S/he should have a strong knowledge on the nutritional properties of all raw materials used in the feed industry, including alternative RM. Good knowledge of micronutrients.
• His/her experience should primarily be in Poultry and Fish.
• S/he should have a strong track record on delivering high-quality feed at optimal cost and hands-on experience on handling field veterinary teams.
• S/ he will deal with farmers (small/medium/large).

Requirements:

• Degree in Agriculture, Veterinary, Business or Marketing
• +10 years of feed experience working across various markets
• English fluent
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to build strong relationships
• Ability to travel
• The company is willing to play relocation for qualified candidates.

The position is based at Abuja, Nigeria and will have 2 Nutritionists, 2 QA Managers and 3 Regional Veterinary Heads (+12 field Vets) reporting to him/her. The team size will expand as more feed mills are added in Nigeria