JOB DETAILS:

Salary Scale: USTEC
Department: Health
Reference No.: KDSC/02/2025

Job Summary:
The Assistant Veterinary Officer will provide veterinary services in the district, focusing on the health of livestock and other animals. This includes diagnosing and treating diseases, ensuring proper vaccination programs, and advising farmers on the care and management of their animals. The officer will also engage in disease surveillance, assist in public health education, and contribute to maintaining a healthy livestock population for the district.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide veterinary care for livestock, including diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• Administer vaccination and health programs for livestock in the district.

• Offer technical advice to farmers on livestock management, feeding, and health care.

• Monitor and manage disease outbreaks in animals and take preventive measures.
• Collaborate with local health officials on public health and animal disease control.

Qualifications and Experience:
• A Diploma in Veterinary Medicine or Animal Health.
• At least 2 years of experience in veterinary practice or animal health management.
• Knowledge of animal diseases, vaccinations, and veterinary treatments.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Karenga District Local Government
Office of the Secretary District Service Commission

P.O. Box 102, Kitgum – Uganda, Tel: +256 772 718541,
1. Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the vacant posts that exist in Karenga District Local Government.
2. Applications should be submitted in triplicate using PSC Form 3 (Revised 2008) and should be addressed to the SECRETARY DISTRICT SERVICE COMMISSION, P.O. Box 102, Kitgum.
3. The closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 16th January 2025 at 5:00 pm.
4. Application forms can be obtained from the District Service Commission offices Countywide and at Public Service Commission (PSC) offices, or can be downloaded from Public Service Commission Website ( www.publicservice.go.ug ).
5. Applicants should attach 3 copies of their Certified Certificates, Pass slips, academic transcripts, passport size photographs, and other relevant documents. Applicants should also indicate their telephone numbers and contact details, and should write their applications through the respective heads of departments.

NOTE:
For Job Description and Person Specification, please contact Public Service Commission Website ( www.publicservice.go.ug ).
Important Notice:
The Secretary District Service Commission DOES NOT SELL JOBS. Anyone who demands any bribe from a job applicant should be reported to the appropriate government authority like the RDC, DPC. Karenga has zero tolerance to corruption.
Secretary District Service Commission
Karenga District Local Government