The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a consultant to develop an essential veterinary medicines and vaccine list in Kenya. This activity contributes to the implementation of the Fleming Fund antimicrobial resistance (AMR) program, which aims to enhance the surveillance of AMR and antimicrobial use in Kenya using a One Health approach.

ILRI works to improve food security and nutrition and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe, and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 11 CGIAR research centers dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, ILRI has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa. www.ilri.org

Scope of Work

The consultant will be expected to carry out the following tasks:

• Identify and collect all relevant documents/reports relevant to support the development of the National Veterinary Essential Medicines List.
• Collate data on the causes of morbidity and mortality in Kenya for the animal species relevant to the list and identify veterinary medicines indicated for these causes.
• Develop an initial draft of the National Veterinary Essential Medicines List.
• Engage all relevant sectors during the review and updating of the list, including leading and conducting a series of workshops and discussions with relevant stakeholders to review the draft.
• Based on the feedback collected from the different stakeholders involved, use the summary to update the draft list.
• Participate in a pre-validation technical review meeting and validation meeting with relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare the final version of the National Veterinary Essential Medicines List and submit it for approval to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate.

Final Products

A delivered draft and approved National Veterinary Essential Medicines List.

Consultancy Fee: By mutual agreement based on agreed milestones and deliverables.

Post location: Nairobi with possible travels within Kenya

Contract dates: 15th January 2025 to 30th June 2025 with Maximum 42 working days

Essential skills and qualifications

The selected Consultant should possess.

• PhD in Veterinary Pharmacology/Medicine
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in veterinary medicines/pharmacology/medicine
• Extensive knowledge of and previous participation in the development of veterinary medicine formularies at the local/national level is desirable
• Experience in developing regulatory documents relating to veterinary medicines or animal health
• Demonstrated knowledge of the veterinary medicine regulatory environment and legislation/policies/guidelines and strategies in Kenya
• Kenyan nationality or residency with a valid work permit (if applicable)

How to apply:

Applicants should send a CV and cover letter expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job. Applicants should additionally include the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Chief, People and Culture Officer by clicking on the “Apply Now” tab above before 24 December 2024. The position title and reference number H/ 1681 /2024 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.

To find out more about ILRI, visit our websites at http://www.ilri.org/

ILRI is an equal opportunity employer