State Veterinarian: Animal Health

Requirements

An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council; Compulsory registration as a Veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC); A minimum of 1 year post qualification experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Animal Disease Act, 1984 (Act 35 of 1 984), Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act 40 of 2000) and the regulations and policy pertaining to this act; Animal disease control or epidemiology; Operational competence in surveillance and outbreak response; Working knowledge of veterinary legislation; Strong stakeholder engagement capability; Asset management; Personnel management. Skills in the following: Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access, MS Teams); Proven communication (written and verbal) skills; Ability to work independently in a team; Ability to work accurately and precisely; Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Management of the State Veterinary area according to all the relevant legislation, policies and prescripts; Manage the prevention of the introduction and spread of controlled and non-controlled diseases according to Act 35 of 1984; Ensure provision of primary animal health care to owners of animals with specific emphasis on owners of designated groups; Facilitate and control exports of animals and animal products according to national and international requirements; Implementation of remedial and control actions if export requirements are not met; Provision of training, development and awareness programs (extension and outreach services) to communities with regards to Veterinary Services, Record keeping and reporting of activities and export data as required.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Dr N Magadla Tel No: (021) 808 5250