Vacancy title:
Chief Veterinary Officer
Jobs at:
Laikipia County GovernmentDeadline of this Job:
31 January 2023
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 23, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -
Disseminating data/information on animal health, products and markets; collaborating with stakeholders in providing veterinary services; undertaking disease control activities such as disease search, vaccination and enforcement of livestock movement regulations; training stakeholders on vector control programmes, animal health, breeding, welfare and good veterinary practices; treating sick animals; collating data and preparing reports on animal health, products and markets; undertaking post-mortem examination and other diagnostic tests; Inspecting, grading and licensing plants processing animal products and transport carriers/containers; examining and issuing animal health certificates; and participating in field efficacy trials for drugs, vaccines and acaricides.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must.-
• have served in the grade of Senior Veterinary Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Be in-possession of a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) Degree from a recognized institution;
• Be registered by the Kenya Veterinary Board;
• Have Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
Or
• Have served in the directorate’s senior management position for not less than 5 years.
• Have a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution; and
• Have shown ability and demonstrated merit as reflected in work performance and results.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 48
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
Applications complete with a detailed resume, a copy of the National Identity card, copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials should be emailed to: careers@laikipia.go.ke
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO ALL APPLICANTS
To be considered, your application must be received on or before 30th January 2023.
Application and all other attachments should be sent as ONE PDF document of not more than 5 MBs.
ONLY Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present their original academic and Professional documents during the interview.
Laikipia County Public Service Board only contacts through the number indicated above and does not charge any fee at any of the recruitment stages.
Any form of Canvasing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Laikipia County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Persons with disability, marginalized and minorities are encouraged to apply
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