Deadline: 17th September 2025
The County Government of Kiambu, in collaboration with the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) and the Directorate of Veterinary Services, invites applications from qualified and licensed Veterinarians and Veterinary Para-professionals to take part in an upcoming livestock vaccination campaign.
This initiative focuses on controlling Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in cattle and Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) in sheep and goats. The vaccination exercise will be implemented through the e-voucher system, ensuring efficiency, accountability, and timely compensation for services delivered.
This opportunity is open to eligible professionals who are committed to advancing animal health and contributing to improved livestock productivity. By joining this project, you will not only provide critical veterinary services but also support the use of digital platforms to modernize service delivery in Kenya.
Objectives of the Campaign
The vaccination campaign aims to achieve the following:
- Strengthen livestock health systems and improve productivity across Kenya.
- Prevent and control outbreaks of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR).
- Enhance animal health service delivery through digital platforms, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Support Kenya’s livestock keepers by reducing disease risks that impact economic livelihoods.
Who Should Apply
This call is open to licensed and practicing Veterinarians as well as Veterinary Para-professionals who meet the following criteria:
- Registered, retained, and eligible to practice under the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB).
- Familiar with digital and mobile technology tools for communication and data management.
- Available for deployment between September and November 2025, during the implementation period.
Job Descriptions
1. Ward Veterinary Surgeons
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines to targeted cattle populations.
- Ensure proper animal registration using the designated digital platforms.
- Supervise and provide technical guidance to veterinary para-professionals during vaccination.
- Maintain the integrity of vaccines by adhering to strict cold chain management protocols.
- Record and report vaccination data accurately through the e-voucher system.
- Engage livestock owners and local communities to create awareness and support compliance.
- Provide professional oversight to guarantee adherence to veterinary health standards.
2. Veterinary Para-Professionals
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) vaccines to sheep and goats as assigned.
- Assist in the registration of animals via the digital vaccination platform.
- Support Veterinary Surgeons in maintaining vaccine quality and cold chain systems.
- Collect, record, and submit accurate vaccination data through the e-voucher system.
- Educate and sensitize farmers on the importance of vaccination and disease prevention.
- Participate actively in field operations and collaborate with fellow veterinary teams.
- Provide feedback on ground-level challenges to ensure smooth implementation.
The E-Voucher System
The project will leverage the e-voucher platform, which is a digital tool designed to streamline service delivery and ensure accountability. Selected animal health service providers will be fully onboarded and trained on its use.
The system will:
- Facilitate real-time tracking and reporting of vaccination activities.
- Enable timely and transparent payments for services rendered.
- Provide accurate data for monitoring, evaluation, and policy decision-making.
- Minimize administrative delays by digitizing the service delivery process.
This innovation marks a step forward in transforming veterinary service provision in Kenya and supports accountability in public programs.
Required Application Documents
Interested candidates are required to prepare and submit the following:
- A cover letter expressing interest in participating in the vaccination campaign.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with relevant veterinary experience.
- A copy of the updated KVB registration certificate.
- A copy of professional certification (Veterinarian or Veterinary Para-professional).
- A copy of the National ID and full contact details.
- All the above documents compiled into one PDF document for ease of upload and review.
Important Note: Successful applicants will also be required to have personal insurance covering incidents or accidents that may occur during the vaccination campaign.
Why Join This Campaign
This opportunity provides more than just professional experience—it allows you to make a lasting impact on livestock production in Kenya. By participating, you will:
- Play a critical role in protecting livestock health and farmer livelihoods.
- Gain exposure to digital veterinary service systems through the e-voucher platform.
- Collaborate with government, NAVCDP, and veterinary stakeholders in implementing a high-impact national project.
- Receive timely compensation for services rendered.
- Contribute to long-term disease control and food security efforts in Kenya.
Deployment Period
The campaign will run between September and November 2025, with professionals expected to be available throughout this period. Flexibility and commitment to field deployment are essential to ensure success.
Deadline for Application
All applications must be submitted on or before 17th September 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to support this vital livestock health initiative, please submit your application documents as one PDF file via the official recruitment portal below:
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For more details, kindly refer to the attached PDF document where applicable.
