Job Requirement
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Veterinary Medicine (BVM) from a recognized institution.
Master of Science Degree in any of the following disciplines is an added advantage: -
Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Surgery, Veterinary Public Health, Veterinary Anatomy, Veterinary Epidemiology and Economics, Occupational Safety and Health from a recognized institution.
Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
Registration and retention by the Kenya Veterinary Board
Certificate in Computer application skills from a recognised Institution
Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution
Demonstrate high degree of professional and technical competence and administrative capabilities as reflected in work performance and results.
Previous relevant work experience required.
Have served in the grade of Chief Veterinary Officer (job group N) for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:
Leadership Skills b) Communication skills c) Interpersonal skills d) Organizational skills e) Negotiation skills f) Ability to build and lead cohesive teams g) Problem-solving skills
Must meet Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya leadership and integrity
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for providing animal health services, veterinary public health services, animal disease control and welfare services.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise Sub-County technical Officers as they implement planned pest control activities;
Coordinate and promote the development and transfer of appropriate technologies for disease control;
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
Participate in carrying out economic impact assessment on animal diseases
Undertake forensic investigations and compile appropriate reports
Offer veterinary services at ports of entry
Undertake disease control activities such as disease search, mapping, vaccination and enforcement of livestock movement regulations
Train stakeholders on vector control programme, animal health, breeding, welfare and good veterinary practices
Treat sick animals
Analyse data and prepare reports on animal health, products and markets
Undertake postmortem examination and other diagnostic tests
Interpreting laboratory results and making appropriate recommendations
Inspect, grade and license plants processing animal products and transport carriers/containers
Exame and issue animal health certificates
Participate in field efficacy trials for drugs, vaccines and acaricides
Disseminate data/information on animal health, products and markets; and
Collaborate with stakeholders in providing veterinary services.
Job Dimensions:
Financial Responsibility
Participate in development of annual budget of the section
Responsibility for Physical Assets
Office Equipment and Furniture
Any other allocated assets
Decision Making / Job Influence
Provide guidance and Supervise Sub-County technical Officers as they implement planned pest control activities;
Coordinate and promote the development and transfer of appropriate technologies for disease control;