Agricultural Scientist (Veterinarian) USDA-APHIS - All Interested Applicants
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi, KE
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Public Administration, and Government
Science & Engineering, Agribusiness, Agricultural Services & Products, Civil & Government
2026-02-08T17:00:00+00:00
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About
Announcement Number: Nairobi-2025-037
Hiring Agency: Embassy Nairobi
Position Title: Agricultural Scientist (Veterinarian) USDA-APHIS - All Interested Applicants
Open Period: 12/30/2025 - 02/08/2026
Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+3
Series/Grade: LE - 1515 11
Salary: KES KSh5,676,423 - KES KSh9,649,886 /Per Year
Work Schedule: Full-time - • 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: LE-11
Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Nairobi, KE
Telework Eligible: No
For More Info: HR Section 0203636000 NairobiRecruitment@state.gov
Overview
Hiring Path: • Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: This position is open to: • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
For USEFM - FP grade is 4. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.
Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
Appointment Type Permanent
Appointment Type Details: • Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Summary: The U.S. Mission in Kenya seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Agricultural Scientist (Veterinarian) in the United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service [USDA-APHIS] office.
Supervisory Position: No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
Travel Required: 50% or less
The incumbent's work may entail travelling to several countries in the region.
Duties
Job Overview
The Agricultural Scientist applies his/her knowledge and experience with animal and plant health programs, regional trade issues, and socio-political and cultural factors to provide export analysis and promote U.S. interests in these areas for the countries of coverage (10 countries). The incumbent works with government officials and other stakeholders in the area of coverage (1) to provide expert consultation on U.S. import and export regulations, (2) to develop sanitary and phytosanitary standards (SPS), implement quarantine and/or treatment procedures, and to maintain and increase bilateral and regional trade, (3) to resolve issues affecting the importation of U.S. products into the countries of coverage, and (4) to safeguard U.S. agriculture. The incumbent develops and facilitates, and/or coordinates capacity building projects, seminars, and workshops to enhance the ability of foreign officials to mitigate or eradicate animal and plant pests and diseases in their own countries and strengthen the regulatory infrastructures in these countries.
The position is complex as it includes 10 host economies, a variety of agricultural commodities, variations in geographic areas in terms of climate and terrain and its impact on commodity availability, economic, political considerations between host countries and the U.S., and the expansion of U.S. exports of agricultural commodities. The incumbent provides expert consultation in resolving technical barriers to U.S. exports and/or releasing commodities from quarantine in a foreign country of coverage; actively participates in prioritizing agency goals and objectives in conjunction with the USDA APHIS Foreign Service Officer/Head of Section, Regional Manager, USDA APHIS Veterinary Services, USDA APHIS Plant Protection and Quarantine, Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), embassy interagency, and other U.S. Government agencies. The incumbent represents APHIS and acts as a linking trade expert during trade negotiations, bilateral meetings, and trade conferences with counterparts, following guidance from APHIS management.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:
Security Certificate.
All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time [4 weeks] upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Education Requirements:
The incumbent must possess a master’s degree (or equivalent) in agriculture/agronomy, or plant pathology/entomology, or animal/veterinary sciences, or biology, is required.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.
Evaluations:
You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in agricultural science field in a public or private institution. Experience working in developing, directing, or evaluating agricultural health programs relating to trade or regulatory, or in dealing with sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) matters of an equivalent nature is required. In depth knowledge of local laws in the assigned area, regulations, programs, practices as related to animal and plant health issues in the region. Trade policy of the various countries and the sanitary and phytosanitary policies of international and regional SPS organizations must be understood and applied.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Language:
English: Level 4 - Fluent; written/spoken, including the ability to translate.
French Level 1 - Basic/ Limited; speaking, reading, writing (able to carry basic conversations)
Please address this language requirement in your ERA application.
Job Knowledge:
Expert and authoritative knowledge of animal and plant health sciences, applicable laws, precedent decisions, quarantine regulations, and preclearance facility operating procedures is required. In depth knowledge of local laws, programs, and practices related to animal and plant health relating to existing treaties and cooperative agreements is required.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Skills And Abilities:
Must have ability to analyze complex, novel, and/or sensitive regional issues, programs, and situations and to apply a complex body of knowledge, laws, and precedents to make decisions and recommendations. Must have ability to independently organize and execute work. Must have ability to use many different sources to research programs and techniques. Must have ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. Must be able to read and comprehend articles appearing in scientific journals and then apply this knowledge to program objectives. Must have ability to deal with high-level officials and other representatives in providing technical advice, negotiating agreements, and explaining complex regulations and laws.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits: The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.
For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.
Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: A hiring preference is extended to eligible
* Applies knowledge and experience with animal and plant health programs, regional trade issues, and socio-political and cultural factors to provide export analysis and promote U.S. interests. * Works with government officials and stakeholders to provide expert consultation on U.S. import and export regulations. * Develops sanitary and phytosanitary standards (SPS), implements quarantine and/or treatment procedures, and maintains and increases bilateral and regional trade. * Resolves issues affecting the importation of U.S. products into countries of coverage. * Safeguards U.S. agriculture. * Develops, facilitates, and/or coordinates capacity building projects, seminars, and workshops. * Provides expert consultation in resolving technical barriers to U.S. exports and/or releasing commodities from quarantine. * Actively participates in prioritizing agency goals and objectives. * Represents APHIS and acts as a linking trade expert during trade negotiations, bilateral meetings, and trade conferences.
* Ability to analyze complex, novel, and/or sensitive regional issues, programs, and situations. * Ability to apply a complex body of knowledge, laws, and precedents to make decisions and recommendations. * Ability to independently organize and execute work. * Ability to use many different sources to research programs and techniques. * Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. * Ability to read and comprehend articles appearing in scientific journals and then apply this knowledge to program objectives. * Ability to deal with high-level officials and other representatives in providing technical advice, negotiating agreements, and explaining complex regulations and laws.
* Master’s degree (or equivalent) in agriculture/agronomy, or plant pathology/entomology, or animal/veterinary sciences, or biology. * Minimum of five (5) years of experience in agricultural science field in a public or private institution. * Experience working in developing, directing, or evaluating agricultural health programs relating to trade or regulatory, or in dealing with sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) matters of an equivalent nature. * In-depth knowledge of local laws in the assigned area, regulations, programs, practices as related to animal and plant health issues in the region. * Understanding and application of trade policy of various countries and the sanitary and phytosanitary policies of international and regional SPS organizations. * Expert and authoritative knowledge of animal and plant health sciences, applicable laws, precedent decisions, quarantine regulations, and preclearance facility operating procedures. * In-depth knowledge of local laws, programs, and practices related to animal and plant health relating to existing treaties and cooperative agreements. * English: Level 4 - Fluent; written/spoken, including the ability to translate. * French Level 1 - Basic/ Limited; speaking, reading, writing (able to carry basic conversations).
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Vacancy title:
Agricultural Scientist (Veterinarian) USDA-APHIS - All Interested Applicants
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Science & Engineering, Agribusiness, Agricultural Services & Products, Civil & Government]
Jobs at:
U.S. Embassy to Kenya
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, February 8 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi, KE | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, February 7 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
About
Announcement Number: Nairobi-2025-037
Hiring Agency: Embassy Nairobi
Position Title: Agricultural Scientist (Veterinarian) USDA-APHIS - All Interested Applicants
Open Period: 12/30/2025 - 02/08/2026
Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+3
Series/Grade: LE - 1515 11
Salary: KES KSh5,676,423 - KES KSh9,649,886 /Per Year
Work Schedule: Full-time - • 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: LE-11
Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Nairobi, KE
Telework Eligible: No
For More Info: HR Section 0203636000 NairobiRecruitment@state.gov
Overview
Hiring Path: • Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: This position is open to: • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
For USEFM - FP grade is 4. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.
Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
Appointment Type Permanent
Appointment Type Details: • Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Summary: The U.S. Mission in Kenya seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Agricultural Scientist (Veterinarian) in the United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service [USDA-APHIS] office.
Supervisory Position: No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
Travel Required: 50% or less
The incumbent's work may entail travelling to several countries in the region.
Duties
Job Overview
The Agricultural Scientist applies his/her knowledge and experience with animal and plant health programs, regional trade issues, and socio-political and cultural factors to provide export analysis and promote U.S. interests in these areas for the countries of coverage (10 countries). The incumbent works with government officials and other stakeholders in the area of coverage (1) to provide expert consultation on U.S. import and export regulations, (2) to develop sanitary and phytosanitary standards (SPS), implement quarantine and/or treatment procedures, and to maintain and increase bilateral and regional trade, (3) to resolve issues affecting the importation of U.S. products into the countries of coverage, and (4) to safeguard U.S. agriculture. The incumbent develops and facilitates, and/or coordinates capacity building projects, seminars, and workshops to enhance the ability of foreign officials to mitigate or eradicate animal and plant pests and diseases in their own countries and strengthen the regulatory infrastructures in these countries.
The position is complex as it includes 10 host economies, a variety of agricultural commodities, variations in geographic areas in terms of climate and terrain and its impact on commodity availability, economic, political considerations between host countries and the U.S., and the expansion of U.S. exports of agricultural commodities. The incumbent provides expert consultation in resolving technical barriers to U.S. exports and/or releasing commodities from quarantine in a foreign country of coverage; actively participates in prioritizing agency goals and objectives in conjunction with the USDA APHIS Foreign Service Officer/Head of Section, Regional Manager, USDA APHIS Veterinary Services, USDA APHIS Plant Protection and Quarantine, Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), embassy interagency, and other U.S. Government agencies. The incumbent represents APHIS and acts as a linking trade expert during trade negotiations, bilateral meetings, and trade conferences with counterparts, following guidance from APHIS management.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:
Security Certificate.
All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time [4 weeks] upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Education Requirements:
The incumbent must possess a master’s degree (or equivalent) in agriculture/agronomy, or plant pathology/entomology, or animal/veterinary sciences, or biology, is required.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.
Evaluations:
You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in agricultural science field in a public or private institution. Experience working in developing, directing, or evaluating agricultural health programs relating to trade or regulatory, or in dealing with sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) matters of an equivalent nature is required. In depth knowledge of local laws in the assigned area, regulations, programs, practices as related to animal and plant health issues in the region. Trade policy of the various countries and the sanitary and phytosanitary policies of international and regional SPS organizations must be understood and applied.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Language:
English: Level 4 - Fluent; written/spoken, including the ability to translate.
French Level 1 - Basic/ Limited; speaking, reading, writing (able to carry basic conversations)
Please address this language requirement in your ERA application.
Job Knowledge:
Expert and authoritative knowledge of animal and plant health sciences, applicable laws, precedent decisions, quarantine regulations, and preclearance facility operating procedures is required. In depth knowledge of local laws, programs, and practices related to animal and plant health relating to existing treaties and cooperative agreements is required.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Skills And Abilities:
Must have ability to analyze complex, novel, and/or sensitive regional issues, programs, and situations and to apply a complex body of knowledge, laws, and precedents to make decisions and recommendations. Must have ability to independently organize and execute work. Must have ability to use many different sources to research programs and techniques. Must have ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. Must be able to read and comprehend articles appearing in scientific journals and then apply this knowledge to program objectives. Must have ability to deal with high-level officials and other representatives in providing technical advice, negotiating agreements, and explaining complex regulations and laws.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits: The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.
For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.
Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: A hiring preference is extended to eligible
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
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