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  • Posted: Dec 5, 2024
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    Abt Associates is a global leader in research, evaluation and program implementation; driving innovation and measurable impact for more than 50 years. What sets us apart is our evidence-based and multi-disciplinary approach to solving tough challenges in health, social and environmental policy and international development. Specific areas we work in include:...
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    Senior Field Entomology Technician- Evolve

    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.

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    IRS Coordinator - Evolve

    Core Responsibilities

    • Manage robust IRS campaign planning efforts in assigned geographical area, including quantification of insecticides and equipment needs; identification and recruitment of spray teams; logistical planning for IRS distribution and transportation; insecticide and equipment storage, security, and environmental safety; and coordination with provincial/district level Ministry of Health counterparts.
    • Work in collaboration with the malaria and IRS focal point persons at the Provincial or District Health Office to manage the planning and coordination of IRS activities.
    • Oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of spray teams and IRS spray operators.
    • Supervise and track inventory distribution and storage of materials, work with the logistics and procurement team to support procurement of IRS materials.
    • Supervise IRS implementation and contribute to the trainings conducted in the assigned geographical area.
    • Ensure that routine program tracking and reporting are in place and delivered on time.
    • Supervise and monitor field data collection with project M&E team.
    • Manage the community mobilization and SBCC/IEC campaigns and data collection process in close coordination with IEC coordinator (as applicable).
    • Ensure that all risk prevention and environmental compliance measures are fully implemented and work closely with the project environmental compliance staff and district/province officers to address relevant issues.
    • Facilitate communication between the districts in the assigned geographic area and the project office.
    • Represents the program at meetings with the community leaders and local steering committees.
    • Prepare weekly and other activity reports as directed by the project Vector Control Manager.
    • Assists with other activities in-country as needed
    • Contributes, in close coordination with the Vector Control Manager, to the development and delivery of the country capacity building plan to transfer integrated vector control skills to local institutions.
    • Promotes targeting, integration and equity (gender equity, hard-to-reach populations, etc.) of project’s vector control strategies and activities.
    • The position requires frequent travel to field sites to support and oversee district and community level operations and activities.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    What We Value

    Minimum Qualifications

    • High school diploma + 4 years of relevant experience, bachelor’s degree + two years of relevant experience, or master’s degree + zero years of relevant experience.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Business Administration, or other relevant field.
    • At least two (2) years of relevant professional work experience, with significant amounts of experience directly in Vector Control.
    • Experience in regulatory and operational aspects of insecticide use and management is preferred.
    • Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of direction and supervision.
    • Demonstrated ability to work both as a member of a team and as a team leader, with the ability to accept the inputs of other team members.
    • Strong management and planning skills of project tasks and budgets.
    • Demonstrates leadership and teamwork and produces high quality work in a timely, cost-effective manner and has excellent writing skills.
    • Excellent interpersonal communications, and organizational skills.
    • Excellent computer skills, computer software programs, including MSWord, Excel, and PowerPoint.
    • Experience with USAID funded programs and/or other international development experience.
    • English language fluency.

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