Internship as Trainee for the Good Trading Practices (GTP) scheme

Job category: Administration - EU Food & Feed policies
Job experience: Internship
Job location: Brussels, BELGIUM
Contact name: Julien Taïeb
Expiration date: 15th of March 2013
Website: http://www.gtpcode.eu

Internship as Trainee for the Good Trading Practices (GTP) scheme

• The GTP is a Food & Feed safety Assurance Scheme developed ten years ago by COCERAL, the EU Association representing the trade of cereals, rice, feedstuffs, oilseeds, olive oil, oils and fats and agro-supply.
• The GTP covering the collection, storage, trading and transport of the above-mentioned products, aims at assisting Food & Feed Business Operators in:

• Implementing good trading and hygiene practices relating to operating sites, premises, equipment, transport, waste, and staff;
• Identifying and controlling potential risks for consumers’ safety and establishing appropriate procedures based on the principles of the HACCP system.

• The GTP manages and supervises certification services via 15 independent and approved Certification Bodies responsible for auditing app. 150 companies EU-wide. We are also active in major Global and EU initiatives in relation to food & Feed certification.
• The GTP gives the opportunity to a young and motivated person to get a very practical experience on how the industry and operators are managing food & Feed safety all along the chain. 

Job description:
Assist the GTP Manager in his daily workload, in particular:

• Actively participating  in the daily management of the GTP scheme
• Communicating and cooperating with Certification Bodies and certified companies.
• Managing and updating the GTP website and its related database
• Supporting in meetings and events
• Reporting on media and legislative coverage

Requirements:

• University degree in Agronomy, Food technology, EU political and administrative studies, law.
• Interest in agricultural, environmental and food and feed safety issues.
• Strong team player and willing to integrate in an active professional environment
• Excellent English and French proficiency. Any other EU language is an asset.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills: motivated, meticulous, flexible and professional.
• Eyes for details, strong skills in editing and proofreading.
• Computer and IT skills
• Practical experience in a relevant company, knowledge in Food & Feed Safety matters and EU procedures will be considered as assets.

Terms and conditions:

• Duration: 6 months minimum
• Financial: paid internship
• Beginning of employment: as soon as possible

To apply:

• Please send your curriculum vitae and a short motivation letter using this FORM.
• Please insert in the subject of your email the reference: Internship – GTP trainee
• Applications must be sent as soon as possible and no later than March 15th, 2013.