Veterinary Officer I at Kericho County

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 209 sub-locations. It covers an area of2,479 sq. km.

KCPSB/2023/209

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 2023; and


• Have a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.


• Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable.

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