Save the Children International is seeking a Project Officer in Vientiane Capital, Laos, to work on the Driving down Dengue in Laos project, focusing on mosquito rearing and community engagement to combat dengue transmission. The role requires a combination of laboratory and field work, strong organizational skills, and effective communication with local stakeholders.
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Job Summary
The role supports the reduction of dengue transmission in Laos through the Driving down Dengue in Laos project implemented by Save the Children International.
Responsibilities include conducting mosquito rearing in the laboratory, managing lifecycle processes, and supporting field release operations with strict quality control.
Candidates must be available for flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, and may need to travel to various field sites across multiple provinces.
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Save the Children International is seeking a Project Officer in Vientiane Capital, Laos, to work on the Driving down Dengue in Laos project, focusing on mosquito rearing and community engagement to combat dengue transmission. The role requires a combination of laboratory and field work, strong organizational skills, and effective communication with local stakeholders.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Laboratory mosquito rearing experience
Field mosquito collection and identification
Quality assurance protocol adherence
Community engagement and stakeholder communication
Data collection and basic analysis skills
Nice-to-have
Experience with Wolbachia method implementation
Proficiency in stereo microscope usage
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in science, entomology, veterinarian or health sciences
Demonstrated experience in laboratory and field entomology
High computer literacy including Google Drive suite