Vector Control Officer (Turks & Caicos Islands) - Health, Agriculture and Human Services

Health, Agriculture and Human Services

JOB SUMMARY:

The incumbent in this position will be responsible for the control of disease-carrying mosquitoes and other vectors that pose a threat to public health within the Turks and Caicos Islands.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Carry out control and management activities of disease vectors occurring within the Turks and Caicos Islands
2. Conduct surveillance and monitoring activities of disease vectors occurring within the Turks and Caicos Islands
3. Conduct health education programmes on the control and management of disease vectors and nuisance pests occurring within Turks and Caicos Islands
4. Conduct routine premises inspection within communities in the Turks and Caicos Islands to ascertain status of disease vector and nuisance pest infestation
5. Conduct regular maintenance of all equipment used in disease vector control activities
6. Inspection of cargo and other vessels for disease vector infestations
7. Maintenance of accurate records of all data compiled from field activities
8. Adhere to all Public Service codes, rules and regulations
9. Perform other related task which may be assigned by the job holder’s Head of Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma and CXC passes in English, Mathematics and one Science subject or equivalent
• This job does not require experience as on the job training is provided.

SALARY: Grade 4 - $21,935.00 per annum

 APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page, National Turks & Caicos Islander Status Card (where applicable). Shortlisted candidates must submit a Police Certificate. Applications should be addressed to The Director, Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Applications can be hand delivered, Faxed to 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc. 

Hand delivered and fax applications must have clearly marked on the envelope/fax cover sheet the Job Title of position being applied for. On emailed applications the subject line must reference the Job Reference Number (KHB5-17) and the Job Title.

Current serving officers must apply through their Head of Department.

Applications without supporting documents will not be processed

Belongers Need Only Apply

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 19th OCTOBER 2018