The Makueni County Public Service Board is recruiting two Veterinary Officers for the Department of Agriculture, Irrigation, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperative Development. The successful candidates will contribute to animal disease surveillance, vaccination campaigns, veterinary care and support to livestock farmers. The application deadline is 15 July 2026 at 5:00 p.m. East Africa Time.
For livestock farmers, the presence of a veterinarian in the field can make the difference between a disease that is quickly contained and an outbreak that spreads across several farms. In Makueni County, Kenya, veterinary services therefore play a vital role in protecting livestock, safeguarding livelihoods and developing animal production value chains.
To strengthen its veterinary workforce, the Makueni County Public Service Board is recruiting two Veterinary Officers, classified under Job Group L, CPSB 8. The vacancy is listed under reference 85/2026 within the Department of Agriculture, Irrigation, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperative Development.
An Entry-Level Position in the Public Veterinary Service
The position is described as an entry and training grade within the county’s veterinary career structure. The successful candidates will work under the supervision of a more experienced officer.
This arrangement will enable the newly recruited officers to build their professional experience while contributing directly to animal health activities implemented by the county government.
The opportunity is particularly suitable for recent veterinary medicine graduates seeking experience in public service, epidemiological surveillance, disease prevention and support to livestock-keeping communities.
Main Responsibilities
The Veterinary Officers will participate in the prevention, control and treatment of animal diseases across the county.
Their main responsibilities will include:
- conducting active animal disease surveillance and investigations;
- organising or participating in vaccination campaigns;
- enforcing regulations governing livestock movements;
- training stakeholders involved in vector-control programmes;
- diagnosing and treating sick animals;
- advising livestock farmers on good veterinary practices;
- collecting data on animal health, livestock products and markets;
- preparing technical reports;
- providing advice on animal breeding and welfare; and
- conducting post-mortem examinations and other diagnostic procedures.
These responsibilities will place the Veterinary Officers in direct contact with livestock farmers and rural communities. The role combines clinical veterinary medicine, surveillance, disease prevention, regulatory control and the collection of data needed to support public decision-making.
A Strategic Role in Animal Health
In areas where livestock production contributes significantly to household income, public veterinary services provide a first line of defence against animal diseases.
Veterinary Officers are expected to recognise unusual signs quickly, report suspected cases, support disease investigations and participate in the implementation of control measures.
Their work also contributes to improving livestock management practices, animal reproduction, welfare and the quality of products of animal origin.
The position therefore provides broad professional experience, ranging from the clinical care of individual animals to disease-control interventions at herd and community levels.
Required Qualifications
To qualify for the position, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- hold a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine — BVM from a recognised institution;
- be registered with the Kenya Veterinary Board; and
- hold a certificate demonstrating proficiency in computer applications.
The vacancy announcement does not specify any mandatory previous professional experience. As the position is classified as an entry and training grade, it may be particularly attractive to recently qualified veterinarians who meet the professional registration requirements.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official recruitment portal of the Makueni County Public Service Board.
Candidates are advised to read the application instructions carefully, complete their online profiles accurately and upload all required academic and professional documents.
The application deadline is:
Wednesday, 15 July 2026 at 5:00 p.m. East Africa Time.
Applicants are encouraged not to wait until the final hours before submitting their applications, in order to avoid technical difficulties or missing documentation.
Official application portal:
https://kazi.makuenipsb.go.ke/jobs/ActiveJobsAdverts.aspx
Key Information
Employer: Makueni County Public Service Board
Position: Veterinary Officer
Number of positions: 2
Reference: 85/2026
Grade: Job Group L, CPSB 8
Location: Makueni County, Kenya
Required qualification: Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine
Professional registration: Kenya Veterinary Board
Application deadline: 15 July 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EAT
Application method: Online through the official Makueni County Public Service Board recruitment portal.
