The Veterinary Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Projects Manager. Veterinary Assistant is the main focal person for, procurement, livestock management trainings, distribution of Goat etc.

Responsible for:

  • Identification and selection of potential areas for livestock farmers and breed of animals as per project objectives
  • Assistance in selection and procurement of animals as per weight, age and physical condition abreast with Islamic jurisprudence for sacrificial animals
  • Periodic weight determination and inspection
  • Vaccination and de-worming of animals as well as their treatment as per standards
  • Assistance in formation and training of Farmers’ Committee on livestock Management and development alongside creating awareness about diseases and preventive measure, better fodder as well as rearing practices to augment productivity
  • Ensuring regular payments to the selected livestock farmers in close coordination with Admin department for feeding/keeping of the procured animals
  • Ensuring timely feed/fodder for animals in coordination with Logistic department before slaughtering on Eid days.
  • Regular field visits for support and monitoring purposes
  • Regular reporting and feedback to line management regarding field level issues and updates
  • Identification and reporting of diseases in Qurbani animals and suggesting relevant treatment solutions
  • Provision of assistance and support in safe transportation of animals to slaughter house as per the approved plan
  • Identification and selection of butchers/slaughterers and formation of butchers’ committee for ensuring timely slaughtering on Eid days
  • Supervision of poultry birds procurement and distribution.
  • Supervision of poultry management trainings for the selected families
  • Formation of Livestock farmer’s cooperative for dairy food processing and value chain analysis
  • Development of business plan for farmers’ cooperative
  • Documentation and compilation of all relevant activities

Any other assignment given by the supervisor according to the project need 

This list is not limited; the employee may be required to perform any other task necessary and compatible with its functions.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/BEHAVIOR:

Educational requirements (minimum):

Degree/Diploma in Veterinary Medicine or related/Allied subject from HEC/Govt. accredited institute.

Experience requirements (minimum):

  • 2 years' experience; especially in rural cattle management and practices, prophylactic measures including seasonal vaccinations against diseases and Treatment of sick animals and ensure Animal Health in the field. Also perform deworming against ecto and endo parasites.
  • Fluent in Sindh, English and native languages
  • Excellent inter-personal skills (Verbal and Non-Verbal Communications, Listening and Negotiation skills, problem solving and Decision Making, Assertiveness)
  • Ability to write clear and detailed reports of the visits within a given timescale
  • Ability to organise personal work-schedule on daily basis with flexibility for multi-tasking
  • Good Team player and motivated to work in remote and uncertain environment respecting standard operating procedures as devised and instructed.  

Note: SIF is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

  • Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
  • SIF has a zero-tolerance policy towards (SEA) sexual exploitation and abuse
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Details

Functional Area:
Total Positions:
1 Post
Job Shift:
First Shift (Day)
Job Type:
Job Location:
Gender:
No Preference
Minimum Education:
Bachelors
Degree Title:
Degree/Diploma in Veterinary Medicine or related/Allied subject from HEC/Govt. accredited institute.
Career Level:
Entry Level
Experience:
2 Years - 3 Years (; especially in rural cattle management and practices, prophylactic measures including seasonal vaccinations against diseases and Treatment of sick animals and ensure Animal Health in the field. Also perform deworming against ecto and endo parasites.)
Apply Before:
Apr 11, 2022
Posting Date:
Apr 07, 2022

Secours Islamique France-SIF

N.G.O./Social Services · 51-100 employees - Tharparkar

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