{"id":7942,"date":"2026-06-02T14:02:23","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T14:02:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/job\/principal-entomologist\/"},"modified":"2026-06-02T14:02:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T14:02:44","slug":"principal-entomologist","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/job\/principal-entomologist\/","title":{"rendered":"PRINCIPAL ENTOMOLOGIST"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The successful candidate will be expected to plan, organise and implement the Company\u2019s insect management and research agenda.<\/p>\n<p>Job Summary<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities<br \/>\nRequirements<br \/>\nSalary<br \/>\nHow to Apply<\/p>\n<p>Job Summary<\/p>\n<p>Type: full-time<br \/>\nLocation: Gaborone<br \/>\nCategory: Science and Research<br \/>\nClosing Date: 2026-06-12<\/p>\n<p>Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>Development and implementation of the insect-related strategy and ensure cost-effective and efficient services delivery.<br \/>\nIdentify and manage external relationships with government, non-government and private partners.<br \/>\nActively participate in the recruitment, mentoring and training of Botswana youth and women in insect-related projects.<br \/>\nGuiding and supporting the company in a solutions-based approach to insect management and conservation.<\/p>\n<p>Requirements<\/p>\n<p>Post-graduate education in a relevant field of biology and\/or entomology from an internationally recognised University.<br \/>\nMinimum of 10 years post-graduate experience in a biological field, preferably entomology. At least 5 years should have been at a supervisory level.<br \/>\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills.<br \/>\nValid Driver\u2019s Licence.<br \/>\nComputer literacy is essential.<br \/>\nMicro-manipulation of insect specimens, and microscope working skills.<\/p>\n<p>Salary<br \/>\nInsect Factory (Pty) Ltd offers an attractive remuneration package to the successful candidate.<br \/>\nHow to Apply<br \/>\nA detailed CV including the names and contact details of three referees, and certified copies of relevant qualifications should accompany an application letter and be emailed to: info@insectfactorybw.com no later than 12 June 2026. Insect Factory (Pty) Ltd reserves the right to directly appoint an outstanding candidate, or will enter into correspondence with shortlisted candidates only.<br \/>\nVacancy Circular No: IF001\/2026<br \/>\nAbout the CompanyInsect Factory (Pty) Ltd is a company established in Moshupa, Botswana. It proudly positions itself as Botswana&#8217;s leading authority and expert in insect-related fields. The company boasts significant knowledge and expertise, specifically focused on the rich insect biodiversity and its implications within the country. Operating from its base in Moshupa, Insect Factory (Pty) Ltd is dedicated to applying this profound understanding to serve Botswana&#8217;s interests. This firm is integral to advancing entomological science and practical applications across the nation.Botswana&#8217;s insect experts.<\/p>\n<p>Website: https:\/\/insectfactorybw.com\/website_a2431e86\/resources\/View all jobs at this company \u2192<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"Insect Factory (Pty) Ltd 77 views","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[11],"job-categories":[679],"job-types":[13],"class_list":{"0":"post-7942","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-gaborone","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/7942","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7942"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=7942"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=7942"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=7942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}