Principal Assistant Animal Health Officer at State Department for Livestock Development in Kenya

    Principal Assistant Animal Health Officer

    State Department for Livestock DevelopmentKenya

    Posted

    1 week ago

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    26 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Government & Public Administration
    Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

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    Job Description

    Vacancy advertised by the Public Service Commission of Kenya. Advert number: D101/2026. Ministry / State Department: State Department for Livestock Development. Job scale: CSG 8. Number of vacancies: 3. Advert category: For Serving Officers Only. Advert date: 05-08-2026. Closing date: 26-08-2026. Apply online through the official PSC recruitment portal. PSC does not charge any application fee.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Not specified in the posting.

    Required Qualifications

    • Minimum years of experience required: 3

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

    Minimum Experience

    3 years

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Visit the official Public Service Commission recruitment portal to submit your application. The deadline is 26-08-2026.

    Show Field-Ready Livestock Expertise

    This role sits inside Kenya's livestock development machinery, so the panel will probe both your clinical judgment and your grasp of government livestock programs. Bring evidence of hands-on animal health work and familiarity with public service protocols.

    1. Prove your field experience: Detail specific cases you have handled—disease outbreaks, vaccination drives, or extension work. Quantify where possible, e.g., number of animals treated or farmers reached.

    2. Know the policy landscape: Familiarize yourself with current livestock development policies and programs in Kenya. Mention any relevant training or workshops you have attended.

    3. Highlight your supervisory skills: As a principal officer, you may lead teams. Give examples of how you have guided junior staff or coordinated field activities.

    4. Show your documentation discipline: Government roles require meticulous record-keeping. Emphasize your ability to maintain accurate health records and reports.

    5. Prepare for competency questions: Expect questions on decision-making under pressure, especially in remote or resource-limited settings. Have a story ready that shows sound judgment.

    6. Understand public service values: Be ready to discuss integrity, transparency, and accountability. These are core to PSC roles.

    7. Brush up on communication: You will interact with farmers, colleagues, and officials. Demonstrate clear, respectful communication in your responses.

    8. Confirm your eligibility: Since this is for serving officers, ensure you meet all internal requirements and have the necessary approvals before applying.

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    animal health
    livestock
    public service