Veterinary Officer I at Kericho County

Job Description

VISION A prosperous county in economic, social and political development with residents enjoying high quality of life. MISSION To foster equitable and sustained socio-economic development through effective and efficient mobilization and utilization of available resources. ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS The county is composed of six Constituencies, 15 administrative divisions namely: Ainamoi,Belgut, Kabianga, Bureti, Roret, Cheborge, Sigowet and Soin. Other Admibnistrative Divisions are: Kunyak, Chilchila, Kamasian, Kipkelion, Londiani, Sorget and Chepseon. These are further su-devided into 85 locations that are further sub-divided into sub-locations. It covers an area of2, sq. km.

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Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Sub County Veterinary Officer the duties and responsibilities will entail;- Undertaking disease control activities such as disease search, vaccination and enforcement of livestock movement regulations; Participating in the training of stakeholders in vector control programmes; Treating sick animals; advising on good veterinary practices; Collecting’ data and preparing reports on animal health, products and markets; Providing advice on animal breeding and welfare; Undertaking post-mortem examination and other diagnostic tests.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must. –

Be in possession of a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) Degree froma recognized institution; Be registered by the Kenya Veterinary Board, and must be retained in the Kenya Veterinary Board Veterinary Surgeons Register for the year ; and Have a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution. Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.