On‑call Paravet (Part‑time) – Gulu, Uganda

About the role

SmartVet Africa is seeking part‑time, on‑site Paravets to join its network in Gulu, Uganda. You will work directly with smallholder poultry farmers, responding to alerts, visiting farms, and delivering vaccines and treatments according to SmartVet protocols.

Key responsibilities

• Receive farmer alerts via the SmartVet mobile app or SMS and plan rapid farm visits.
• Assess bird health, diagnose likely diseases, and administer appropriate vaccines and treatments.
• Document each case in the SmartVet system, ensuring accurate data capture.
• Communicate disease‑prevention measures to farmers in clear, simple language.
• Maintain biosecurity standards and keep vaccine stocks and equipment ready for deployment.
• Collaborate with supervising veterinarians and attend regular training sessions.

Required profile

• Formal training in animal health or veterinary sciences (paraveterinary certificate, diploma, etc.).
• Practical experience with poultry disease recognition, vaccination, and flock health management.
• Reliability for on‑call work, including evenings and weekends, and ability to travel frequently within Gulu and surrounding areas.
• Commitment to biosecurity, animal welfare, and ethical clinical standards.
• Fluency in English and local languages spoken in Northern Uganda.

Required skills

• Use of mobile phones or apps for data recording and communication.
• Motorbike riding competence and a valid riding licence (highly beneficial).