Vacancy No. CVDC/009/12/22
Position summary
The candidate will be expected to support a team of entomology fieldworkers in the implementation of the entomology operations according to the protocol. The candidate will be expected to perform all entomology filed operations within the locality/village assigned in Kwale County. The candidate will be based in the field, preferably in his/her village of residence. The candidate will report to the senior field assistants and the entomology field lead.
Job Specification
Follow and ensure proper compliance with protocol procedures and institutional guidelines.
Support study activities including community engagement, information giving on study aims and procedures, recruitment of households, and obtaining informed consent.
Establish good relationships with the study participants and proceed ethically and professionally during field activities.
Collect and record data from household participating in mosquito collection.
Collect and record data related to mosquito collection in the field.
Collect larval and adult stages of mosquitoes within the locality/village assigned according to the pre-established methods in the study protocol and procedures.
Ensure proper functioning, care and storage of all material received.
Respect with zeal and responsibility the times of the activity plan.
Must be able to fulfil other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Person Specification
Must be holders of at least KCSE Mean Grade D.
A certificate in an environmental science will be an added advantage.
Key Skills and Competencies
Able and willing to work odd hours: early mornings and late evenings.
Ability to meet project objectives and deadlines and collect high quality data.
Ability to use devices for electronic data capture.
Good communication skills, flexibility, integrity and professionalism.
Must be a Kwale resident and fluent in a Mijikenda language.
Desired Qualities
Previous experience working with the community is highly valued but not essential.
Experience with environmental or health research or program is desired, but not essential).
Terms of Employment
Ten (10) months contract as per KEMRI scheme of service. Probation period for the first 3 months. Salary is payable within the stated job grade
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Applications MUST include the following:Application letter should be addressed to the Deputy Director,
CGMR (C), P. O. Box 428– 80108 Kilifi.Application deadline is January 4, 2023
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