Veterinary Officers (Surgeons) - 3 Posts at Nairobi City County Public Service Board

Job Requirement

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Veterinary Medicine (BVM) 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

Previous relevant work experience required.

Entry point of the Veterinary Surgeons

Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to build and lead cohesive teams
• Problem-solving skills
• Must meet Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya leadership and integrity

Job Description

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the provision of animal health, veterinary public health and animal control and welfare matters in the county.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Coordinate Veterinary activities in the Sub County
• Supervise Sub-County Veterinary Technical Officers

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Undertake disease control activities such as disease search, vaccination and enforcement of livestock movement regulations
• Participate in the training of stakeholders in vector control programs
• Treat sick animals
• Advise on good veterinary practices
• Collect data on animal health, products and markets
• Prepare reports on animal health, products and markets
• Provide advice on animal breeding and welfare
•  Undertake postmortem examination and other diagnostic tests