Rourkela Forest Division Recruitment 2025
The Rourkela Forest Division is inviting applications for the engagement of Veterinary Officer and Livestock Assistant for its Mobile Veterinary Unit (MVU). The walk-in interview is scheduled for 15th January 2025 at 11:00 AM in the conference hall of the Rourkela Forest Division.
Divisional Forest Officer Notification – Walk-In-Interview for Veterinary Unit Engagement
Key Details:
- Application Availability: From 27th December 2024 to 9th January 2025.
- Official Website: www.sundargarh.odisha.gov.in
Objectives of the Mobile Veterinary Unit:
- Provide urgent healthcare services to sick and injured wild animals.
- Conduct daily surveillance and monitoring of wildlife.
- Address disease outbreaks in wild animals.
- Perform diagnostic services on-site.
- Reduce man-animal conflicts through public awareness campaigns.
- Support anti-depredation squads in rescuing and rehabilitating wild animals.
- Educate forest-fringe livestock owners about bio-security measures.
- Assist in departmental wildlife rescue and translocation activities.
Veterinary Services to be Provided:
- Treatment of wild animals on-site.
- Referral of complex cases to specialized institutions.
- Early disease detection.
- Vaccination monitoring in forest areas.
- Tranquilization and sedation of wild animals.
- Awareness creation among local communities.
- Sample collection for laboratory analysis.
Composition of the MVU:
| Position | Number | Qualification | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Officer | 1 | B.V.Sc. & A.H. | ₹65,000/- |
| Livestock Assistant | 1 | +2 Science with vocational training | ₹25,000/- |
Note: Retired professionals or educated unemployed youth with the desired qualifications are eligible to apply.
Area of Operation:
The MVU will primarily cover the Rourkela Circle area, providing wildlife healthcare and disease control services. In emergencies, the MVU may be deployed to adjacent divisions.
Operational Modalities:
- The DFO of the concerned division will manage MVU operations.
- Staff will be selected through transparent procedures.
- Fixed schedules will be followed for village visits.
- Regular reviews will ensure operational effectiveness.
Monthly Work Plan:
| Activity | Days | Remarks |
| Preventive and curative services | 20 days | Based on a monthly schedule as per local needs. |
| Surveillance work | 5 days | Disease monitoring and wildlife health checks. |
| Weekly off days | 5 days | Emergency duties as required. |
Monitoring and Supervision:
- The DFO will do concurrent monitoring with assistance from ACF.
- Monthly performance reviews by the Assistant Conservator of Forests.
- Quarterly reviews by RCCFs of the Circle.
- Certificates for work done will be mandatory for processing remuneration.
This initiative aims to enhance wildlife healthcare and foster harmonious coexistence between humans and wildlife in forest fringe areas. For more information, visit the official website or contact the Rourkela Forest Division office.
