Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

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Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 2026-05-18T06:50:03+00:00

Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC) https://uvc.or.ug/

FULL_TIME

Plot 76, Buganda Road Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda

Professional Services Management, Civil & Government, Animal Care, Business Operations

UGX

MONTH

2026-06-01T17:00:00+00:00

8 Background The Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC) was established by the Veterinary Practitioners’ Act, 2024, that commenced on 5th October 2025. The Council is mandated to regulate veterinary practice by providing for the training, registration and licensing of veterinary practitioners, regulate veterinary establishments, set standards for veterinary training, uphold ethics and discipline in practice, and advise Government on all matters concerning the veterinary profession and public health. The Council seeks to recruit a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Job Purpose The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for providing strategic leadership, regulatory oversight, operational and institutional management necessary to ensure effective implementation of the UVC mandate as enshrined in the Veterinary Practitioners’ Act, 2024. Person Specifications (a) Academic Qualifications An honour’s Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine from a recognised University/Institution. A Masters in either Veterinary Medicine, Animal Health, Livestock Development, Planning and management, Science in Agricultural Sciences (Animal Production Management) from a recognized University/Institution. Must be registered with the Uganda Veterinary Council. (b) Experience At least twelve (12) years of relevant working experience in the field of animal resources, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Commissioner or at a Senior Management level in Government or reputable organization. Detailed job description, roles and responsibilities and person specifications can be accessed on the Uganda Veterinary Council Website and Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries Website Providing strategic leadership, regulatory oversight, operational and institutional management necessary to ensure effective implementation of the UVC mandate as enshrined in the Veterinary Practitioners’ Act, 2024.

An honour’s Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine from a recognised University/Institution.A Masters in either Veterinary Medicine, Animal Health, Livestock Development, Planning and management, Science in Agricultural Sciences (Animal Production Management) from a recognized University/Institution.Must be registered with the Uganda Veterinary Council.

postgraduate degree

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Vacancy title:Chief Executive Officer (CEO) [Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management, Civil & Government, Animal Care, Business Operations] Jobs at:Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC) Deadline of this Job:Monday, June 1 2026 Duty Station:Plot 76, Buganda Road | Kampala | Kampala SummaryDate Posted: Monday, May 18 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:Background The Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC) was established by the Veterinary Practitioners’ Act, 2024, that commenced on 5th October 2025. The Council is mandated to regulate veterinary practice by providing for the training, registration and licensing of veterinary practitioners, regulate veterinary establishments, set standards for veterinary training, uphold ethics and discipline in practice, and advise Government on all matters concerning the veterinary profession and public health. The Council seeks to recruit a Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Job Purpose The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for providing strategic leadership, regulatory oversight, operational and institutional management necessary to ensure effective implementation of the UVC mandate as enshrined in the Veterinary Practitioners’ Act, 2024. Person Specifications (a) Academic Qualifications An honour’s Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine from a recognised University/Institution. A Masters in either Veterinary Medicine, Animal Health, Livestock Development, Planning and management, Science in Agricultural Sciences (Animal Production Management) from a recognized University/Institution. Must be registered with the Uganda Veterinary Council. (b) Experience At least twelve (12) years of relevant working experience in the field of animal resources, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Commissioner or at a Senior Management level in Government or reputable organization. Detailed job description, roles and responsibilities and person specifications can be accessed on the Uganda Veterinary Council Website and Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries Website Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 12 Level of Education: postgraduate degree Job application procedureInterested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now.Interested applicants are advised to write application letters to the Chairperson, Uganda Veterinary Council, attach copies of their Curriculum Vitae and academic documents. The applications should be submitted to the Uganda Veterinary Council Office, Plot 76, Buganda Road or mailed by Monday 1st June 2026. Detailed job description, roles and responsibilities and person specifications can be accessed on the Uganda Veterinary Council Website and Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries Website Application Link:Click Here to Apply Now

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