Chief Veterinary Officer at Laikipia County Government

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.