Overview
The role is to perform duties in a mosquito rearing facility and in the community, including mosquito rearing, release, field mosquito collection and identification, engaging the community, data collection, quality assurance and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct mosquito rearing in the laboratory and support field release operations.
- Manage mosquito lifecycle processes.
- Ensure quality control through batch monitoring and adherence to QA protocols.
- Handle, identify, and process mosquito specimens.
- Collect, record, manage, and perform basic analysis of field and laboratory data.
- Collaborate with MEAL/Data and GIS teams.
- Support logistics and operational planning.
- Engage and communicate effectively with communities and stakeholders.
- Support project activities such as GEDSI integration, training, and communication initiatives.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality assurance, and reporting systems.
- Participate in project activities as required, including regular travel to field sites.
- Undertake additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Be available for flexible working hours.
Required Experience
- Demonstrated experience in laboratory and field entomology, including mosquito rearing, release, collection, and identification.
- Strong team player with the ability to work independently under routine supervision.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- High computer literacy, including Google Drive suite.
- Proficiency in using smartphones and stereo microscopes.
- Strong ability to prioritize tasks and perform effectively in high-pressure environments.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent professional qualifications in relevant fields (science, entomology, veterinarian or health sciences).
