JOB DETAILS:

Description

Donswift Company is hiring a Veterinary Doctor to do the following;

Key Responsibilities:

• • Input Needs Assessment: Identify farmer demand for livestock inputs such as veterinary drugs, feeds, day-old chicks, vaccines, and other related products alongside the branch managers.
  • Supplier Collaboration: Work with suppliers to ensure timely stocking of relevant and affordable veterinary inputs alongside the branch managers.
  • Farmer Training & Extension: Organize and deliver training sessions on poultry, goat, and cattle production, focusing on profitable and scalable enterprises.
  • Market Linkages: Support farmers to access reliable markets for livestock and livestock products alongside the Foods Team.
  • Value Chain Development: Assess and document market trends, demand levels, and emerging opportunities in the livestock input and production sector.
  • Technical Support: Provide continuous veterinary advisory services and extension support to farmers and farmer groups.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Medicine (BVM) OR Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Production and Management from a recognized institution.

Experience:

• Proven experience in commercial livestock value chain management (poultry, goats, cattle).
• Experience in farmer training, livestock enterprise management, and agribusiness development.

Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge in animal health, nutrition, and production.
• Good understanding of input supply chains and livestock markets.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work independently and with farmer groups in rural communities.