Vacancy title:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management, Civil & Government, Business Operations, Animal Care]

Jobs at:
Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC)

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, September 2 2026

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 3 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

To provide strategic leadership and guidance in the overall management, performance and governance of the Council in compliance with relevant legislation, policies, procedures and standards.

Person Specifications

(a) Academic Qualifications

• An honours Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine from a recognized University/Institution

(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.
• Must be between 40 (Forty) and 55 (Fifty-five) years of age at the time of application.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• Applicants who responded to the previous advertisement for the position of Chief Executive Officer may not re-apply.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Interested applicants are advised to write application letters to the Chairperson, Uganda Veterinary Council, attach copies of their Curriculum Vitae, academic documents, National Identity Card, and all other relevant documents.

Applications shall be submitted strictly

Deadline for submission: Wednesday, 02nd September 2026.

Applications shall only be received through the mail address provided.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Detailed job description, roles and responsibilities and person specifications can be accessed on the Uganda Veterinary Council Website: www.uvc.org.uk. Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries Website: www.agriculture.go.ug and Public Service Commission Website: https://vacancies.psc.go.ug.

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