PVC Specialist (Talent Pooling only) at RA International

We are looking to hire a PVC Specialist to be based in Kenya with Minimum of five (5) years of general vector and pest control experience in a reputable organisation or government agency.Must have an associate's Degree with a major in biology or a closely related field,

OR two years of full-time experience in mosquito abatement or vector control work.

Selected candidate must be able to:

• Inspect assigned area for mosquito and other vector breeding sources.
• Maintain an awareness of patterns and practices conducive to mosquito and other vector breeding which are significant to the timing of operations;
• Identify vector species and stages of development;
• Apply insecticides as needed,
• Select appropriate material to perform tasks.
• Calculate dosage rates and equipment to obtain optimum coverage and results.
•  Maintain an awareness of ecologically sensitive sources and use treatment regime appropriate for habitat
• Initiate planning for fogging application and provides information required for an effective result.
• Reinspect treated areas to evaluate efficiency of treatment.
• Maintain records of work done.
• Assist with population monitoring of adult mosquitoes and other arthropods.
• Assist with vector-borne disease surveillance program.
• Perform routine arthropod identification and maintain pertinent records.
• Prepare and revise operational maps, including properties, topographic characteristics, and other features relevant to mosquito and vector control operations.
• Record significant changes on maps and use a computer to compile data as directed on work done, types of service, costs, and vector population history, and otherwise assist in collecting and compiling data.
• Drive vehicle and use power and hand spray equipment in a safe manner.
• Keep equipment in working order.
•  Perform general labor, and operate equipment used in vector control activities as required.
• Keep informed of policies, procedures and pertinent scientific advances; keep supervisor informed of progress and problems.