Programme Assistant (Vector Borne Disease)-readvertised

Under the direct supervision and guidance of Director, Environment & Occupational Health Division, Health protection Agency, the incumbent will perform the below duties;

• Plan, coordinate and manage the national vector control campaign in the Maldives.
• Communicate with regional/atoll and island health centers and councils to carry out dengue prevention campaigns and control efforts.
• Receive vector related complaints and take necessary actions regarding the complaints.
• Provide regular updates to the WHO on vector control efforts and work closely with WHO to implement Vector Control workplan activities.
• Establish and maintain stakeholders’ network, comprising of government and non-government organizations, community leaders, youth and health professionals towards a common goal of improving the health of the population.
• Carry out surveillance and response to dengue control cases.
• Provide support to facilitate the Wolbachia introduction project and build entomology laboratory capacity in the country.
• Implement SAP activities in the program.
• Support in different programs/works carried out in Environmental and Occupational Health Division.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Degree or Diploma in public health or health /environment science/community science or project related field or Advance certificate level in a health, science related field.
• Good command of both English and Dhivehi, spoken, written, and presentation including word processing skills in both languages.
• Computer literate, including MS Office package and use of email, internet, etc.
• Work experience with at least 1-year work experience in health science/environment science or community science/ project management related field  is desirable.
• Vector control and public health experience would be an added advantage
• Experience in running community events and relevant volunteer work is desired

Monthly remuneration:  MVR10,912.00

This vacancy is for nationals of the Republic of Maldives only.