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Re-Advertisement: Consultancy Service to develop training materials on the regulation of research, development Ethical considerations, and release of genetically modified gene drive mosquitoes for vector control, communication and stakeholder engagemen

Last update: Mar 3, 2025 Last update: Mar 3, 2025

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Location:South Africa
South Africa
Category:Consulting services
Status:Closed
Sectors:Environment & NRM, Training
Languages:English
Contracting authority type:Development Institution
Eligibility:Individual
Budget:N/A
Date posted: Mar 3, 2025

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Objectives: The consultancy aims to develop training materials to support the safe and effective use of genetically modified mosquitoes for vector control in Africa. These materials will help regulatory bodies, researchers, and stakeholders understand ethical considerations, guidelines for compliance monitoring, biosafety, risk analysis, and containment related to the use of genetically modified gene drive mosquitoes. The objective is to enhance capacity building and intersectoral collaboration to ensure effective vector control and advance regulatory practices in Africa.
Eligibility criteria: Eligible consultants must have an advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Environmental Science, Public Health, Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Natural or Life Sciences (e.g., Zoology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology) or related field, with a PhD being an added advantage. The consulta...

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Re-Advertisement - Consultancy Service to develop training materials on the regulation of research, development Ethical considerations, and release  of  genetically modified gene drive  mosquitoes for vector control, communication and stakeholder engageme
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