An officer at this level will be responsible to the Chief Veterinary Inspector and /or Manager Compliance and Enforcement.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspecting private veterinary practices, veterinary laboratories, animal health
training institutions and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) handling animals; and
Enforcing veterinary standards in animal welfare and veterinary inputs.
In addition, duties will entail:-
Sensitizing practitioners on Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Paraprofessionals (VSVP) Act, Regulations & Code of Ethics;
Attending court cases to give evidence as witnesses in veterinary malpractices
Initiating legal proceedings against those violating the Veterinary Act and Regulations; and closing down illegal veterinary practices.
Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) Degree from a recognized institution;
Has at least ten (10) years’ experience in relevant field;
A Valid Certificate of registration by Kenya Veterinary Board;
Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police and
