POSITION SUMMARY

• The incumbent will be responsible for day-to-day care, selective breeding and the raising of livestock.
• He/She will monitor animal care, maintenance, or breeding; or packing and transfer activities to ensure work is done correctly.
• He/She will train workers in animal care procedures, maintenance duties, and safety precautions.
• He/She will ensure feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
• Prepare reports concerning facility activities, employees’ time records, and animal treatment.
• Establish work schedules and procedures.
• Plan budgets and arrange for purchase of animals, feed, or supplies.
• Consult with the Project Manager to determine production requirements, conditions of equipment and supplies, and work schedules.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• HND/BSC Degree in animal production, veterinary sciences with specialization in ruminants breeding and production or any related field;
• Relevant experience in the production and animal breeding technical assistance programmes or projects;
• Relevant experience in food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development

Minimum of 5 years similar proven experience within an INGO