Uganda Veterinary Council
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Organization: Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC)
Salary Scale: UVC 1
Reports To: UVC Council
Duty Station: Kampala
Application Deadline: Monday, 1st June 2026
About Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC)
The Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC) was established by the Veterinary Practitioners’ Act, 2024, which commenced on 5th October 2025. The Council is mandated to regulate veterinary practice by providing for the training, registration, and licensing of veterinary practitioners, regulating veterinary establishments, setting standards for veterinary training, upholding ethics and discipline in practice, and advising the Government on all matters concerning the veterinary profession and public health.
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.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Providing strategic leadership and direction in the implementation of the Council’s mandate in line with relevant policies, procedures, and standards.
- Serving as the Chief Executive Officer and Accounting Officer, and overseeing the overall management and performance of the Council Secretariat.
- Developing and implementing strategic plans, annual work plans, and budgets to guide the operations of the Council.
- Overseeing the registration, licensing, and maintenance of records of veterinary practitioners and veterinary practice establishments.
- Ensuring effective regulation, inspection, and compliance monitoring of veterinary practice and establishments.
- Promoting and enforcing professional standards, ethics, and discipline within the veterinary profession.
- Managing complaints and disciplinary processes relating to veterinary practitioners and establishments in accordance with established procedures.
- Providing secretariat services to the Council, including preparing reports, maintaining records, and ensuring implementation of Council decisions.
- Advising the Council on policy, regulatory, and professional matters to support decision-making.
- Establishing and maintaining efficient administrative, financial, and operational systems for effective service delivery.
- Ensuring prudent management and accountability of financial and physical resources in line with applicable laws and regulations.
- Mobilizing resources and managing partnerships to support the sustainability of the Council’s operations.
- Coordinating stakeholder engagement and collaboration with Government institutions, professional bodies, and development partners.
- Representing the Council at national, regional, and international forums, and promoting its mandate and visibility.
- Overseeing human resources through supervising staff, building institutional capacity, and promoting high performance and integrity.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are advised to write application letters to the Chairperson, Uganda Veterinary Council, and attach copies of their Curriculum Vitae and academic documents.
