Vacancy title:
Director -Veterinary Services

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Management, Healthcare, Animal Care, Civil & Government, Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Embu County Government

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, January 5 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, December 18 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Job Group 'R'

Responsibilities or duties

Planning & coordinating programmes on the control and eradication of epizootic and zootic diseases and pests

Compiling and interpreting technical reports

Evaluating slaughter house designs and making recommendations for approval

Enforcing food safety and quality assurance regulations

Planning field efficacy trials for drugs, vaccines and acarides

Disseminating information on animal health, products and markets

Collaborating with stakeholders in providing veterinary services

Coordinating veterinary services in the County

Organizing disease search, investigations, monitoring, mapping and outbreak response

Planning collaborative activities in the animal health sector

Coordinating inspection of private veterinary practices and input outlets.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine degree from a recognized institution.

Master's degree in any of the following Disciplines; Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Surgery, Livestock Economics, Forensic Science, Animal Nutrition & Feed Sciences, Animal Genetics And Breeding, Clinical Studies, Veterinary Public Health, Livestock Production Systems, Poultry Science, Veterinary Anatomy, Reproductive Biology, Veterinary Pathology And Microbiology, Clinical Pathology And Laboratory Diagnosis, Fish Science, Apiary Science, Master Of Public Health, Applied Veterinary Parasitology, Applied Microbiology, Comparative Mammalian Physiology, Pharmacology And Toxicology, Wildlife Health And Management, Veterinary Epidemiology And Economics, Animal Production Or Aquatic Science from a recognized academic institution.

Registered by Kenya Veterinary Board

Certificate in computer applications

Experience needed

Served in a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years.

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Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

VACANCY NO. CPSB 34/25 (E)

All applicants are requested to download an application form and a detailed document containing requirements relevant to the positions advertised from Embu County website:- www.embu.go.ke

Candidates MUST attach photocopies of the following documents:

• National Identity Card
• Academic, Professional Certificates and Testimonials
• Any other relevant supporting documents.

NB: Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

The vacancy number of the position being applied MUST be indicated on the envelope and the application form.

Any candidate who directly or indirectly canvases shall automatically be disqualified.

Women, Youth and Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide original academic and professional certificates, ID and current chapter six documents during the interview. i.e clearance documents from:

• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Credit Reference Bureau
• Directorate of Criminal Investigation

Embu County Public Service Board is an equal opportunity employer and does NOT charge any fee for recruitment.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure

All applicants are requested to download an application form and a detailed document containing requirements relevant to the positions advertised from Embu County website:- www.embu.go.ke

Candidates MUST attach photocopies of the following documents:

• National Identity Card
• Academic, Professional Certificates and Testimonials
• Any other relevant supporting documents.

NB: Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

The vacancy number of the position being applied MUST be indicated on the envelope and the application form.

Any candidate who directly or indirectly canvases shall automatically be disqualified.

Women, Youth and Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide original academic and professional certificates, ID and current chapter six documents during the interview. i.e clearance documents from:

• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Credit Reference Bureau
• Directorate of Criminal Investigation

All applications should be sent to the undersigned on or before 5th January, 2026.

THE CEO/SECRETARY

EMBU COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD

P.O BOX 2871-60100 EMBU

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