The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, through the State Department for Livestock Development, invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill various vacant positions advertised under delegated authority. These positions are critical in strengthening the livestock sector, enhancing service delivery, and supporting Kenya’s broader agricultural and food security agenda.
The vacancies available cover a wide range of technical, administrative, and support roles that collectively contribute to livestock health management, policy development, production, processing, and service efficiency. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed job descriptions below and submit their applications before the deadline of 30th October 2025.
Principal Livestock Policy Research and Regulations Officer
This position plays a strategic role in policy formulation, research, and regulatory oversight within the livestock sector. The officer will support the Ministry in ensuring that livestock policies are aligned with national development priorities, international standards, and sustainable agricultural practices.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Leading the development, review, and implementation of livestock sector policies, strategies, and regulatory frameworks to ensure sector alignment with national and regional agricultural goals.
- Conducting high-level research on emerging issues affecting livestock development, including climate change impacts, disease control, and value chain competitiveness.
- Coordinating interdepartmental consultations, stakeholder forums, and technical working groups aimed at addressing policy gaps and enhancing sector collaboration.
- Providing technical guidance on livestock regulations and ensuring compliance with existing laws and international treaties.
- Preparing comprehensive policy briefs, technical papers, and regulatory reports to support decision-making at ministerial and parliamentary levels.
- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of livestock policies and regulations, and recommending adjustments for improved outcomes.
- Representing the Ministry in regional and international policy discussions, forums, and negotiations affecting the livestock sector.
- Advising senior management on global best practices in livestock governance and regulation.
Principal Assistant Leather Development Officer
The leather industry is a vital component of Kenya’s livestock economy, offering opportunities for value addition, trade, and employment. This role focuses on promoting leather development, enhancing production standards, and driving sector competitiveness.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in the formulation and implementation of leather development policies, strategies, and programs in line with national industrialization goals.
- Supporting capacity-building initiatives for tanneries, small-scale producers, and processors to enhance compliance with quality standards.
- Coordinating leather sector development projects aimed at improving production, innovation, and market linkages.
- Overseeing research on leather technologies, sustainable production practices, and waste management solutions.
- Promoting partnerships with stakeholders, including private sector investors, academia, and development partners, to advance sector growth.
- Monitoring and evaluating progress in leather industry programs, and preparing reports to inform management decisions.
- Advising on strategies to increase Kenya’s competitiveness in regional and international leather markets.
- Supporting the implementation of regulatory frameworks governing leather production and processing.
Laboratory Technician III
Laboratories provide essential diagnostic and analytical support for animal health, disease surveillance, and research. This role ensures accuracy and reliability of laboratory results that guide veterinary and livestock decisions.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducting routine laboratory tests on animal samples including blood, tissue, and feed to detect diseases, infections, or nutritional deficiencies.
- Preparing and maintaining laboratory reagents, equipment, and instruments to ensure accuracy and efficiency in testing.
- Recording and analyzing laboratory results, and compiling reports for dissemination to veterinary officers, researchers, and livestock producers.
- Supporting disease surveillance and outbreak investigations by providing timely laboratory diagnostics.
- Ensuring laboratory safety by adhering to established protocols, including proper handling of samples, disposal of waste, and use of protective gear.
- Maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies and coordinating requisition of materials when necessary.
- Assisting in training of junior staff, students, and other stakeholders in laboratory techniques and safety standards.
- Participating in research projects aimed at improving diagnostic technologies and livestock disease management.
Animal Health Assistant II
Animal health is central to livestock productivity, trade, and food safety. This position supports disease prevention, treatment, and extension services to livestock farmers and stakeholders.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in the diagnosis, treatment, and control of common livestock diseases under the supervision of veterinary officers.
- Carrying out vaccination campaigns, deworming programs, and tick control initiatives in collaboration with field teams.
- Providing extension services to farmers on livestock health, husbandry practices, and biosecurity measures.
- Collecting and submitting animal health data and samples for laboratory testing and surveillance purposes.
- Implementing quarantine measures and other disease control strategies during outbreaks.
- Supporting the enforcement of animal health regulations and standards at local levels.
- Conducting field visits to monitor livestock health status, provide technical advice, and respond to farmers’ concerns.
- Preparing basic animal health reports and documentation for review by supervisors.
Leather Development Assistant II
This role provides technical and operational support in the development and processing of leather products, with a focus on improving efficiency, quality, and compliance in the sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in the implementation of leather development programs and projects at national and county levels.
- Supporting training activities for stakeholders in tanning, processing, and value addition.
- Conducting basic quality checks on hides, skins, and leather products to ensure compliance with established standards.
- Assisting in the maintenance and operation of leather processing equipment.
- Providing technical input in research and pilot projects aimed at improving leather production efficiency.
- Documenting progress and outcomes of leather development activities for reporting to supervisors.
- Liaising with producers, processors, and traders to support industry linkages and information sharing.
- Promoting safe and sustainable practices in leather production and waste management.
Livestock Production Assistant II
This position supports livestock producers in enhancing productivity, profitability, and sustainability through extension services, demonstrations, and applied technologies.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in the implementation of livestock production programs including dairy, beef, poultry, and small ruminant development.
- Conducting field demonstrations on improved breeding, feeding, and housing techniques.
- Providing farmers with extension advice on animal nutrition, pasture management, and resource utilization.
- Supporting data collection on livestock productivity, production systems, and farm management practices.
- Collaborating with county governments and other stakeholders to promote adoption of modern production technologies.
- Assisting in organizing farmer field schools, training workshops, and exhibitions to disseminate best practices.
- Monitoring livestock production trends and reporting challenges affecting farmers to supervisors.
- Promoting climate-smart livestock practices to improve resilience and sustainability.
Housekeeping Assistant III
This is a support role that ensures cleanliness, orderliness, and hygiene in Ministry facilities, laboratories, and offices. Maintaining proper housekeeping standards enhances efficiency, safety, and staff well-being.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Cleaning offices, laboratories, and common areas to maintain high standards of hygiene.
- Collecting and disposing of waste materials in designated areas in line with environmental and safety standards.
- Assisting in the arrangement of office furniture, equipment, and supplies to create a conducive working environment.
- Ensuring sanitary facilities are clean, stocked, and functional at all times.
- Reporting maintenance issues such as broken furniture, faulty fixtures, or unsafe conditions to supervisors.
- Supporting hospitality functions including preparation of meeting rooms, serving refreshments, and ensuring orderliness.
- Adhering to occupational health and safety standards, including use of protective gear where necessary.
- Promoting a culture of cleanliness, tidiness, and responsibility within the workplace.
Animal Husbandry Assistant III
Animal husbandry is a foundation of livestock productivity and welfare. This role provides practical support in animal breeding, feeding, housing, and general farm management.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assisting in daily care of animals including feeding, watering, and cleaning of housing facilities.
- Supporting breeding programs through record keeping, heat detection, and care of young animals.
- Maintaining livestock housing structures, ensuring proper ventilation, sanitation, and animal comfort.
- Providing basic treatment and first aid to animals under supervision of veterinary staff.
- Assisting in extension services by demonstrating good husbandry practices to farmers.
- Recording data on animal performance, growth rates, and productivity for analysis and reporting.
- Ensuring animal welfare standards are upheld at all times.
- Supporting pasture management and forage conservation activities at farm level.
Application Deadline
The closing date for submission of applications is 30th October 2025.
Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply through the official application portal or the prescribed application process.
