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7 Apr 2020

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

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Job Description


JOB DETAILS:

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:

13. Job Title Animal Husbandry Officer
No. of Vacancy 03
Location Centre Farms
Reporting To Senior Farm Manager

Overall Job Purpose

To monitor animal care and advise on upkeep, breeding and product quality.

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

• Should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Production
• At least a Diploma in Veterinary Practice or Animal Sciences.
• Should have practical experience in animal handling and breeding management.
• Should have a minimum working experience of two (2) years.
• Working experience of at least two (2) years with a practical exposure to animal breeding activities.
• Two years’ experience shall be an added advantage

Job Commitment

Starting date Immediately
Duration of commitment 3 years Contract
Age Limit 25-55 Years’
Salary Expectation Attractive

Job Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Production

Job Experience: 5 years

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Method of Application

All CV, applications and testimonials (including 3 work references) should be sent to: The Executive Director National Animal Genetic Resources Centre & Data Bank, P.O. Box 183 Nsamizi Road, Entebbe Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Dr. Charles Lagu, PhD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Closing Date : 6 May, 2020





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