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Technical Officer (Vector Control)
RegionGreater AccraCityAccraContractFull timePosted2026-08-25Close dateNot specifiedExperience3 yearsSourceJobWeb GhanaAddressPrivate Mail Bag, Ministries, Accra
vector controlmalariapublic healthentomologyGhana Health ServiceAccrafull timetechnical officerNMESPbiological sciencestechnologyPublic Health Officer
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Ghana Health Service is hiring a Technical Officer (Vector Control) to support planning and implementation of vector control interventions including ITN distribution, IRS, and larval source management. The role involves coordinating insecticide resistance surveillance, analyzing entomological data, and providing technical guidance to regional and district teams under the National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan.
- Full-time public health role within Ghana Health Service
- Requires Bachelor's in Biological Sciences, Entomology, Environmental Science, Public Health or related field
- Minimum 3 years experience in vector control, entomology or malaria programmes
- Master's degree and data analysis software skills are an advantage
- Application deadline is 21 August 2026
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- Required3+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
- RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
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- RequiredAvailability to work in AccraThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Key Duties and
Responsibilities
- Provide technical input into the planning and implementation of vector control interventions (ITN distribution, IRS and larval source
- Support the design and review of vector control strategies in line with the National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan (NMESP).
- Coordinate and monitor insecticide resistance surveillance and entomotogical monitoring activities and report findings to the Medical Entomologist
- Provide technical guidance and supervision to regional and district vector control teams as directed
- Analyse entomological and programmatic data to inform decision-making
- Support the development of technical guidelines, training and supportive supervision
- Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, work plans and donor reports for review by the Medical Entomolgists
- Represent NMEP at relevant technical meetings, workshops and conferences, and perform any other official duties as assigned
Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Entomology, Environmental Science, Public Health or a related field, A Master’s degree in a related field is an advantage
- Minimum of 3 years relevant
- Sound knowledge of malaria vector control interventions and resistance management
- Strong technical and analytical skills, with attention to detail and sound judgement
- Good leadership, capacity-building and training skills
- Effective communication, report-writing, presentation and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to travel to regions and districts for supervision and field activities
Requirements
- should submit 4 copies of their applications, supported by a curriculum vitae (including the names and contact details of referees and copies of academic and professional certificates to:
- The Director
- Human Resource Development Directorate
- Ghana Health Service
- Private Mail Bag, Ministries
- Accra
- 21 August, 2026
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