Core Responsibilities
Support implementation of the following set of entomological field activities:
Establishment of sentinel sites
Conduct entomological surveillance using World Health Organization (WHO) standard mosquito sampling methods, conduct morphological species identification and parity dissections
Support or implement human behavior data collection by adapting standard procedures to local context, where necessary providing training to data collectors, supervising collection, and leading analysis.
Supervise community-based mosquito collectors during mosquito collections and processing, and verify species identification
Conduct wall bioassays within a week after every spray cycle and on new insecticide treated mosquito nets (ITNs) before distribution to evaluate the quality spray and products.
Conduct wall bioassays monthly in selected districts to evaluate the residual efficacy of sprayed insecticides and bi-annually to evaluate insecticidal activity of ITNs.
Monitor vector susceptibility tests to currently used and candidate insecticides on annual basis using tube and bottle assays
Plan, schedule, and oversee field entomological activities to ensure data accuracy and project timelines are met
Support preliminary analysis of entomological data
Work closely with stakeholders including the DNMP and county vector control partner
Ensure that all entomological surveillance activities comply with safety and ethical regulations
Assist with procurement requests related to the field entomological activities
Adhere to the Standard Operational Procedures for these activities
Support when required Entomology Laboratory Coordinator in managing selection, pre-processing, labelling, and registration of mosquito samples prior to transfer to the laboratory.
Adapt and adopt novel data and sample management solutions
Support insectary maintenance, conditions, and rearing operations.
Ensure proper and timely data recording and entry.
Frequent visits to the field and sentinel sites for mosquito collection.
Other duties as assigned.
What We Value
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors + 5 years, Masters + 3 years, PhD + zero years.
Preferred qualifications
Bachelors in biochemistry, laboratory, veterinary or other related health field.
Minimum of five years of hands-on experience in entomological field work.
Knowledge in computer skills (able to run programs such as Microsoft word, Excel).
Experience with laboratory animal rearing is an added advantage.
Fluent in English.