Job Description
– Report to veterinary services program Coordinator
– Work with veterinary scientist in their regular activities namely collection of raw materials, laboratory work and in writing
reports and publications.
– Provide training to farmers and extension agents in regard to animal disease control prevention
– Provide technical assistance to local veterinarians and coordinate the activities of contract veterinarians through field
visits;
– Submit, on a timely basis, progress reports monthly, quarterly and annually;
– To implement provisions of the Livestock (Import) Quarantine Rules in aim to stop the introduction of Transboundary and
zoonotic disease through strict control
– Organize and inspects premises where animals are kept to ensure that animals’ food, water, sanitation and housing are
adequate during quarantine period;
– Keep records of movement of animals at border posts as part of passive surveillance
– Examine live animals and verifying animal, hides and skin permit for authenticity at the border
– Implementing regulations preventing the movement of animal from infective areas,
– Promote the awareness of animal welfare and strengthen the collaboration with security entity for animal health law
enforcement;
– Prepares and submits investigative reports and daily activity reports; and assists other vet technicians, vet guards and
extensionist in emergencies.
– Contribute to scientific publications on his/her research results in accordance with prescribed policy published in force
– Prepare weekly, monthly, a quarterly and annual report on disseminated innovation activities carried out
– Performing any other duty assigned by his employer.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Advanced Diploma in Animal Sciences
3 Years of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Sciences
3 Years of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Biotechnology
3 Years of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Studies
3 Years of relevant experience
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Advanced Diploma in Animal Biotechnology
3 Years of relevant experience
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Advanced Diploma in Veterinary Studies
3 Years of relevant experience
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Agronomy
15 Years of relevant experience
Competency and Key Technical Skills
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Integrity
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Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
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Inclusiveness
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Accountability
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Client/citizen focus
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Professionalism
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Commitment to continuous learning
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Analytical skills
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Resource management skills
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Problem solving skills
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Decision making skills
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Risk management skills
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Results oriented
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Digital literacy skills
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Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English and/or French. Knowledge of all is an added advantage
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Having produced 3 technical reports
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