Insect Inspector HS 3

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a  statutory body under the Ministry of Health &  Wellness with responsibility for the management  and delivery of public health services within the  parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary and Portland, is  seeking strong, dynamic, and proactive  individuals to fill the position of Insect Inspector at  the St. Ann Health Department.

Summary
Under the general direction of the  Parish/Programme Specialist (Vector Control),  the incumbent will be responsible for  safeguarding public health and mitigating vector  borne diseases through vector control source  reduction activities. 

Requirements

• 4 subjects at the GCE, CXC OR CSEC level (Including English Language);
• At least one (1) year experience in vector control. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct entomological surveys to include the collection of samples: larvae, pupae, and adult mosquito samples;
• Mapping of mosquito breeding sites by  specie, level of infestation, distribution and  recommend appropriate intervention;
• Regular inspection of premises for active or  potential breeding sites to include high-risk  premises;
• Assist in the investigation of complaints  relating to mosquitoes and other vectors of  public health significance;
• Assist in fogging exercise for adult mosquito  breeding;
• Distributing Information Education &  Communication (IEC) materials as required;
• Initiating surveys in specified areas as  requested;
• Carry out any other duties related to the  control of vector borne diseases that will  arise from time to time. 

Specific Knowledge Required

• Operation of the Fogging and Mist-blower machine;
• Mixing of chemicals for vector control.

Salary Scale

$1,332,574 – $1,584,011 per annum

Note

Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than 2025 September 25.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact

Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North-East Regional Health Authority
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre, Ocho Rios
St. Ann,
Jamaica

 

Fax: (876) 795–2747 

Email: jobs@nerha.gov.jm

Base Salary: Undisclosed