Assistant Director Veterinary Services Job Nairobi City CPSB

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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

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
• 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.

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