Chief veterinary officer/VT6 chief veterinary officer
Manitoba Government’s Department of Agriculture based in Winnipeg, MB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Chief veterinary officer. Manitoba Government’s Department of Agriculture supports sustainable farming and rural development. It offers expert guidance on crop management, livestock health, and environmental stewardship. Functioning as a pivotal entity in Manitoba’s agriculture sector, it implements policies and provides resources to enhance productivity and profitability for farmers and agribusinesses. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Manitoba Government
Department: Department of Agriculture
Organization: Human Resource Services
Division: Animal Health, Welfare and Industry Advancement
Position: Chief veterinary officer/VT6 chief veterinary officer
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $115408.00 – $161555.00 yearly
Employment Type: Regular/Full time
Location: Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0C4, Canada
Shift: Evenings, Weekends and Holidays
Advertisement Number: 42802
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree from an educational institution accredited by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association or American Veterinary Medical Association
Experience: Candidates should have experience in building relationships with Indigenous peoples and implementing the principles of reconciliation
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be legally entitled to work in Canada and they should be able to provide a satisfactory criminal record check
- The candidates should be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Manitoba, or eligible for full licensure with the ability to attain prior to hire
- The candidates should have the ability to travel provincially, nationally, and internationally
- The candidates should have the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have successfully completed the North American Licensing Exam (NAVLE) and other prerequisite exams required to obtain a full license to practice veterinary medicine in Manitoba. An advanced degree in veterinary medicine with a focus on animal health
- The candidates should have progressive management experience working in government or an organization focused on animal health, including planning, budgeting, performance management, recruitment, retention, coaching, and training. Experience creating and managing a diverse workforce
- The candidates should have experience providing leadership and advice to senior management in the design and implementation of legislation, policies, programs, and/or initiatives impacting any of the following areas: animal health, public health, zoonotic diseases, or One Health
- The candidates should demonstrate a proven ability to build and successfully leverage partnerships with multidisciplinary stakeholders, such as other provincial departments, federal departments, academic institutions, producers, processors, and public lobby groups, using tact and diplomacy
- The candidates should possess strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence outcomes aligned with corporate objectives while respecting the views of stakeholders, which may include other jurisdictions
- The candidates should have demonstrated ability to leverage opportunities for innovation and collaboration, find creative solutions to issues, and successfully manage change and have experience successfully translating strategic priorities into clear operational and measurable plans
- The candidates should demonstrate strong political acumen through experience providing advice to senior management on complex topics and sensitive issues and approaches
- The candidates should have superior verbal communication skills, including the ability to address the media and deliver public presentations and possess strong written communication skills with experience creating documents to present options to influence and inform decisions
- The candidates should have strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities while working under pressure and tight deadlines in an environment of constant change
- The candidates should have knowledge of the veterinary industry in Canada, including current standards, codes of practice, and organizations and should possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to provide provincial leadership for commercial and companion animal health, ensuring the protection and enhancement of animal health in Manitoba
- The candidates should be able to enforce The Animal Diseases Act, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards to safeguard animal health
- The candidates should be able to make recommendations on the appropriate regulatory and enforcement framework and programming to protect and enhance animal health in Manitoba, based on expert knowledge and industry best practices
- The candidates should be able to manage the human and financial resources within the branch effectively to provide assurance systems for commercial animal health, supporting economic development, trade, and public trust
- The candidates should be able to oversee surveillance and disease testing through the Provincial Veterinary Diagnostic Services Laboratory (VDS), ensuring timely detection and management of animal diseases
- The candidates should be able to ensure preparedness, regular, and emergency response to diseases affecting animals and humans through a One Health approach, fostering collaboration across sectors to address health challenges comprehensively
- The candidates should be able to detect diseases through VDS to support companion animal health in Manitoba, prioritizing the well-being of all animals in the province
- The candidates should be able to support an animal health assurance system that enables the environment for economic development and trade in the commercial livestock and poultry industries, promoting industry sustainability and growth
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and Advertisement Number) through the below-mentioned details.
By Email:
PSCExecutivejobs@gov.mb.ca
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!