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20 Jun 2020

Animal Husbandry Officer (3) at Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries

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Job Description


JOB DETAILS:

Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Vacancy Announcement
Open To Internal And External Candidates
Organization Overview
National Animal Genetics Resources Centre and Data Bank, a body corporate under the Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries its mandate is to take a leading role in establishing a comprehensive National Animal Breeding Programme in Uganda, wishes to recruit the following;
Job Title: Animal Husbandry Officer
No. of Vacancy: 03
Starting Date: Immediately
Duration of Commitment: 3 years
Salary: Attractive
Location: Various Centre Farms
Reporting To: Farm Manager
Overall Job Purpose: To monitor animal care and advice on upkeep, breeding and product quality.
Age Limit: 25-45 years .

Specific Responsibilities

• Monitors and supervises the maintenance of sanitary conditions in the paddocks or kraals;
• Advises and supervises the preparation of animal fodder, supplements, water or other feeds;
• Monitors animal health and administers or supervises the routine administration of veterinary drugs;
• Supports pasture, breeding and other animal rearing activities;
• Trains farm workers on animal care procedures, maintenance duties, and safety precautions;
• Undertakes any other official duties as assigned by the immediate Supervisor.

Basic Requirements

• A Diploma in Veterinary Sciences or Animal Sciences is a minimum requirement. Should have practical experience in animal handling and breeding management.
• A Certificate in Artificial Insemination obtained from a recognized awarding Institution is an added advantage.
• Working experience of at least Two (2) years with a practical exposure to animal breeding activities.

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Method of Application

All CVs, applications and testimonials (including 3 work references) should either be hand delivered or sent via the following email: [email protected]  and should be addressed to: The Executive Director Attn: Human Resource/Administration, National Animal Genetic Resources Centre & Data Bank, P.O. Box 183 Nsamizi Road, Entebbe Address

Closing date: 8th July, 2020





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