The PMI Evolve Project supports the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control strategy with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria while promoting equity to sustain malaria gains. Abt has implemented integrated vector control for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality indoor residual spraying (IRS), technical assistance for insecticide-treated net (ITN) distribution and durability monitoring, and new approaches for larval source management (LSM). Additionally, Abt’s PMI-funded work manages the most comprehensive malaria vector entomological surveillance programs in 21 African countries to inform malaria vector control trends, strategies, and impact. Under the PMI Evolve Project, Abt will further its delivery of integrated vector control programs by partnering with local communities, organizations, and governments to co-design and co-implement tailored malaria vector control programs. The end goal is fighting malaria while strengthening local capacity to sustain malaria gains.

Core Responsibilities 

• Support implementation of the following set of entomological field activities:
  • Establishment of sentinel sites
• Assist with procurement requests related to the field entomological activities.
• Support, when required, the Insectary Technicians in managing the insectary operations.
• Work closely with the Entomology Database Manager and ensure proper and timely data recording and entry.
• Ensure mosquito samples are properly labelled, packaged and stored. In consultation with the Entomology Manager, select samples to be sent for further lab analysis and make sure each sample has a unique identification code.
• Adhere to the Standard Operational Procedures for all activities.
• Participate in other field activities as required.
• Perform any other duty assigned by the Entomology Manager.
• Monitor vector density and behavior pre- and post-deployment of vector control interventions using standard mosquito sampling methods.
• Conduct bioassays to assess and monitor the bio-efficacy of insecticides used for indoor residual spraying (IRS) and insecticides used in the treatment mosquito nets (ITNs).
• Monitor vector susceptibility tests to currently in use and candidate insecticides on annual basis. Conduct intensity and synergist assays in sentinel sites selected for insecticide resistance monitoring.

This position may require frequent visits to the field and sentinel sites for mosquito collection.

What We Value

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (minimum), or a Master’s Degree (desirable) with at least 2 years of relevant experience in Entomology, Public Health, Environmental Health, or other relevant field.
• Knowledge in computer skills (able to run programs such as Microsoft word, Excel).
• Experience with laboratory and animal rearing is an added advantage.
• Fluency in English required.

What We Offer

We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.