1. Consultant (Entomologist) Purpose: To monitor the vector dynamics in the state and assist the state in planning and implementing vector control strategies. Responsibilities: 1. To assist in all technical components of project formulation and project implementation specially the newer components in addition to components related to vector control strategies. 2. To assist in district readiness and details of district action plan with particular emphasis to vector control strategies’ selectivity and sustainability. 3. To develop project implementation plan components related to vector control. 4. To carry out studies on vector susceptibility status and larval density in project areas. 5. To develop entomological manuals/guidelines and training to Insect Collectors. 6. To assist in the implementation of the new HMIS, to review its status routinely. To coordinate with M&E consultant at State and district VBD Consultants to ensure quality implementation of programme. 7. To develop ground material and facilitate project appraisal. Qualification and Experience: Post Graduate in Zoology (Entomology) /Life Sciences. Life sciences candidates must have Zoology as one of the subjects at Graduate level. And minimum 3 years experience of implementing vector born disease control strategies preferably in the area of malaria. Candidates having experience in health program monitoring, training shall be given preference. Nature of appointment: The appointment of the Consultant will be on contract basis initially for a period of one year (subject to satisfactory performance) and extendable further years on basis of performance, in the Project period. Reporting: The State Programme Officer of state shall be over all I/c of Consultant. He/she would liaise with Directorate of NVBDCP on a regular basis. Age: Should not be above 65 years and ready to travel extensively. Salary: Rs. 35,000/- per month (consolidated) Other Entitlement Travel: TA/DA as per state’s NRHM rules Recession: Either party can terminate the contract at any time giving one month notice in writing. Deliverables: The Consultant will be required to submit a Monthly Activity Report and a year ending Annual Report to State Programme Officer with a copy to Directorate of NVBDCP. Evaluation of performance will be done based on monthly activity report. Selection: Selection and appointment shall be carried out through NRHM.
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