Job Description
VETERINARY OFFICER – THIRTY (30) POSTS – V/NO 107/2024
Basic Salary Scale: Ksh 44,400 p.m - Ksh 61,110 p.m. (CSG 9)
House Allowance: Ksh 14,055 p.m.- Ksh 28,000 p.m
Commuter Allowance: Ksh 6,000 p.m.
Leave Allowance: As provided in the Civil Service
Annual Leave: 30 working days
Medical Cover: As provided by the Government
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
(i) a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) Degree from a university recognized in
Kenya; and
(ii) been registered by the Kenya Veterinary Board
Duties and Responsibilities
This will be the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work
under the guidance of a senior officer. Duties and responsibilities will include:-
(i) undertaking disease control activities such as disease search, vaccination and
enforcement of livestock movement regulations;
(ii) participating in the training of stakeholders in vector control programs;
(iii) treating sick animals;
(iv) advising on good veterinary practices;
(v) collecting data and preparing reports on animal health, products and markets;
(vi) providing advice on animal breeding and welfare; and
(vii) undertaking post-mortem examination and other diagnostic tests