Chobe District Council is inviting applications from Botswana citizens residing in Pandamatenga Village for 8 Temporary IRS Vector Controller positions.

The positions require a minimum Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) qualification and are offered for a period of 2 months. Successful candidates will assist with controlling mosquitoes, rodents and other pests, including identifying breeding areas, clearing bushes and applying insecticides and disinfectants under supervision.

Applicants must be 18–45 years old, have a valid Omang and provide proof of residence from the Kgosi.

Job Overview

Job Detail	Information
Employer	Chobe District Council
Position	Temporary IRS Vector Controller
Number of Positions	8
Location	Pandamatenga Village
Vacancy Circular	No. 29 of 2026
Reference	CHDC 3/6/1 VII (77)
Minimum Qualification	PSLE
Age Requirement	18–45 years
Salary Scale	A3
Salary	P34,740 – P39,456 per annum
Contract Duration	2 Months
Housing/Upkeep Allowance	P1,105.40 per month
Closing Date	15 September 2026

Who Can Apply?

This particular recruitment is restricted to:

Botswana citizens residing in Pandamatenga Village only.

The advert specifically states that the positions are tenable in Pandamatenga Village.

Applicants must therefore be able to provide the required proof of residence.

Minimum Qualification

Applicants need a minimum:

Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE)

No Junior Certificate, BGCSE or tertiary qualification is stated as compulsory.

Other Requirements

Candidates must:

• Have a valid Omang card
• Be between 18 and 45 years old
• Be physically fit
• Be mentally fit
• Be a Botswana citizen
• Reside in Pandamatenga Village
• Provide proof of residence in the form of a stamped letter from the Kgosi

The proof-of-residence requirement is particularly important and should not be overlooked when preparing the application.

What Does an IRS Vector Controller Do?

An IRS Vector Controller assists with activities intended to control disease-carrying pests and vectors, particularly mosquitoes, as well as rodents and other pests.

This is a practical, field-based position. Successful applicants should expect duties involving pest-control activities, clearing potential breeding areas, handling pest-control products under supervision, cleaning equipment and advising households about safety precautions.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Identify Mosquito Breeding Areas

Vector Controllers will assist with identifying potential breeding grounds and areas where mosquitoes may multiply.

Identifying these areas helps pest-control teams take appropriate action.

2. Identify Rodent and Pest Harbourage

Candidates will look for environmental conditions that could provide shelter or breeding areas for:

• Rodents
• Vermin
• Mosquitoes
• Other relevant pests

3. Use Insecticides

Successful candidates will use insecticides to control pests.

Importantly, the advert states that this will be performed under the supervision of a Health Assistant.

Workers must therefore follow instructions and prescribed safety procedures.

4. Apply Chemicals and Disinfectants

Vector Controllers will apply various:

• Chemicals
• Disinfectants

These will be used in infected or affected areas as required.

5. Clear Bushes

Workers will clear bushes and other environmental conditions that could:

• Harbour vermin
• Harbour rodents
• Promote pest breeding

This means candidates should be prepared for physical outdoor work.

6. Store Pesticides Properly

Successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring pesticides are stored appropriately.

Because these substances require careful handling, workers should follow all instructions regarding their use and storage.

7. Maintain Equipment

Vector Controllers will:

• Clean equipment
• Check equipment
• Help ensure equipment remains in good working condition

Any problems with equipment should be handled according to instructions from supervisors.

8. Advise Households About Safety

The position also involves interacting with households.

Successful candidates will advise occupants about relevant safety precautions associated with pest-control activities.

Good communication skills will therefore be useful.

9. Perform Other Assigned Duties

Candidates must also undertake other related duties as directed by management.

Contract Duration

These are temporary positions lasting two months.

Applicants should therefore understand that this is not advertised as a permanent position.

Salary

The advertised salary scale is:

A3 – P34,740 to P39,456 per annum

Although the salary scale is expressed annually, the advertised employment duration is two months.

Applicants should therefore not interpret the annual salary scale as meaning the contract lasts for a full year.

Benefits

The advert provides a:

House and Up-Keeping Allowance of P1,105.40 per month

Documents Required for Application

Applicants should quote the vacancy circular number and provide:

• Full names
• Address
• Date of birth
• Qualification details
• Certified copies of certificates
• Certified copy of Omang
• Two work-related references/testimonials
• Proof of residence from the Kgosi
• Updated CV
• Brief career summary showing duties

Applicants should ensure all required documents are included before submitting the application.

Very Important Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted in a:

Sealed envelope

The envelope must be clearly marked with:

• Name of the post
• Vacancy Circular Number

For example:

Temporary IRS Vector Controller – Vacancy Circular No. 29 of 2026

The Council warns that failure to properly mark the application may result in disqualification.

Email Applications Are Not Accepted

The advert specifically states that emailed applications will not be considered.

It also states that “copy of copy” documents will not be considered.

Applicants should therefore carefully follow the certification and submission requirements in the official advert.

How to Apply

Applications can be posted or hand-delivered.

Postal Applications

Address your application to:

Council Secretary
Chobe District Council
Private Bag K30
Kasane

Hand-Delivered Applications

Applications can be hand-delivered to:

RAC, Records Management Unit
Office No: B29

Remember to submit the application in a sealed and correctly marked envelope.

Closing Date

15 September 2026

Applications should reach Chobe District Council before the closing date.

For further information, contact the Human Resources Office:

6250275 / 6254615 / 6254616 / 6254617 / 6254618

Only shortlisted candidates will receive a response.

CV Tips for IRS Vector Controller Applicants

Since the minimum qualification is PSLE, applicants should keep their CV simple, clear and relevant.

If you have genuine experience involving any of the following, highlight it:

• Pest control
• Bush clearing
• General labour
• Cleaning
• Environmental health activities
• Community work
• Outdoor work
• Chemical handling
• Equipment cleaning
• Gardening
• Grounds maintenance
• Public-health campaigns
• Working with households or communities

Highlight Physical Work Experience

This position requires candidates to be physically fit.

If you have previously performed physically demanding work, include the relevant duties on your CV.

For example, where truthful:

General Worker

Duties:

• Cleared bushes and vegetation
• Maintained clean outdoor areas
• Used basic work equipment
• Followed supervisor instructions
• Cleaned and stored equipment after use
• Worked effectively as part of a team

CV Profile Example

“Hardworking and physically fit Botswana citizen residing in Pandamatenga Village, with a PSLE qualification and ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team. Reliable, safety-conscious and willing to perform outdoor pest-control, bush-clearing and community-based duties as required.”

Only include statements that accurately describe you.

Possible IRS Vector Controller Interview Questions

Candidates can prepare for questions such as:

1. Tell us about yourself.
2. Why are you interested in the IRS Vector Controller position?
3. What do you understand about vector control?
4. Why is mosquito control important?
5. Where are mosquitoes likely to breed?
6. How would you identify possible mosquito breeding areas?
7. What environmental conditions can attract rodents?
8. Why is bush clearing important for pest control?
9. Are you comfortable performing physical outdoor work?
10. Have you worked with chemicals or disinfectants before?
11. Why must insecticides be handled carefully?
12. Why is it important to follow the Health Assistant’s instructions?
13. How should pesticides be stored?
14. What would you do if pest-control equipment was damaged?
15. Why should equipment be cleaned after use?
16. How would you explain safety precautions to a household?
17. What would you do if a household member refused to follow safety instructions?
18. Can you work effectively as part of a team?
19. How do you follow instructions from a supervisor?
20. What would you do if you did not understand an instruction?
21. Are you comfortable clearing bushes and vegetation?
22. Why is personal safety important when working with chemicals?
23. What does being reliable mean to you?
24. Are you available for the full two-month contract?
25. Why should Chobe District Council select you?

Important Application Summary

Position: Temporary IRS Vector Controller
Posts: 8
Location: Pandamatenga Village
Minimum Qualification: PSLE
Age: 18–45 years
Salary Scale: A3 – P34,740 to P39,456 per annum
Duration: 2 months
Allowance: P1,105.40 per month
Circular: No. 29 of 2026
Closing Date: 15 September 2026

Important: These vacancies are specifically for Botswana citizens residing in Pandamatenga Village, and applicants must attach a stamped proof-of-residence letter from the Kgosi.