Director-Veterinary Services at Laikipia County Government

The Director will be responsible to the Chief Officer. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: - participating in the formulation, development and implementation, monitoring and review of policies, laws and strategies in the animal health sector; planning and coordinating programs on the control and eradication of epizootic and zoonotic diseases and pests; and compiling and interpreting technical reports; evaluating slaughterhouse designs and making recommendations for approval; enforcing food safety and quality assurance regulations on local and export slaughter houses and in animal products processing plants; evaluating export/import request documents in respect to live animals, animal products, by-products and inputs and making appropriate recommendations; planning field efficacy trials for drugs, vaccines and acaricides ; disseminating information on animal health, products and markets; collaborating with stakeholders in providing veterinary services; coordinating veterinary services at ports of entry; organizing disease search, investigations, monitoring, mapping and outbreak responses; carrying out investigations on antimicrobial and acaricides resistance; liaising with training institutions on training and development of staff, students and interns; planning collaborative activities with relevant stakeholders in the animal health sector; and coordinating inspection of private veterinary practices and input outlets in collaboration with Kenya Veterinary Board. Other duties and responsibilities will entail: -preparing, implementing, monitoring and reporting on implementation of strategic plans, budgets, performance management system and coordinating staff management and development

Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must: -

• Have relevant knowledge and experience of not less than seven (7) in the professional field, three (3) of which should be at supervisory or managerial level
• Be in possession of a Bachelor in Veterinary Medicine (BVM) Degree from a recognized institution
• Be Registered by Kenya Veterinary Board;
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of National Goals, Policies and Development Objectives including the Kenya Vision 2030, County Integrated Development Plan and County Strategic Plan;
• Have thorough understanding and respect of the diversity within the County;
• Certificate in computer application skills
• (Possession of a Masters degree in the relevant discipline will be an added advantage)