JOHN OPOLOT

Initiated , formulated, reviewed and implemented policies , standards,systems and fundamental frameworks relating to zoonotic diseases .

Developed and maintained routine surveillance systems for early detection and reporting of zoonotic diseases.

Established and coordinated functional linkages through the One Health framework with key stakeholders in the management of zoonotic diseases.

Built stakeholder capacity through in- service and pre- service training.

Initiated development , implementation and review of the division's strategic and annual plans and budgets.

Mobilised resources for the prevention ,preparedness and response to zoonotic diseases outbreaks

Conducted zoonotic diseases outbreak investigation in collaboration with other stake holders

Contributed to the research agenda for zoonotic diseases.

Ensured implementation of government implementation policies, regulations and programmes.

coordinated the formulation and development of production and marketing strategic action plan and monitoring it's effective implementation.

Planned, organized, coordinated, advised the district council, managed, supervised, ensured quality assurance and monitored the programmes and activities of the production and marketing department to ensure effective provision of services for increased production and productivity , nutrition and food security in household for incomes and exports.

Ensured the detection and control of pests, vermin, diseases of plant and animal origin in the district.

Coordinated the pluralistic agricultural extension service delivery where Non state actors are mobilized and involved

Developed and implemented plans and budgets regarding the livestock sub sector.

Coordinated all activities related to the livestock sub sector

Ensured the prevention, control and eradication of animal diseases and parasites.

Monitored animal diseases outbreaks and prevalence in the district

Enforced standards and veterinary regulations in the livestock sub sector.

Undertook veterinary inspection and certification to promote trade in livestock livestock products and by- products.

Built capacity of technical staff at the district.

Monitored and evaluated the performance of bthe livestock sector in the district.

Implemented plans and programmes in the livestock sector

Promoted adoption of improved breeds and livestock production technologies.

Identified and reported animal diseases incidences and outbreaks.

Supervised laboratory activities and sent samples to referral laboratories

Promoted animal health and animal welfare.

Controlled intra and inter district animal their products movements.

Enforced quarantine and their stock route regulations.

Carried out veterinary inspection and certification..

Participated in active animal disease surveillance, prompt reporting. and control of epidemics.

Collaborated with neighboring Sub Counties in disease prevention, control and eradication.

Ensured proper animal management practices are in place for increased production and productivity through improved housing, feeding, disease control, humane handling , transportation and responsible ownership.

created awareness and enforcement of veterinary laws.