Malaria Vector Surveillance and Program Optimization Support (MVS-POS)
ResearchLink International is actively seeking funding and strategic partners to launch the Malaria Vector Surveillance and Program Optimization Support (MVS-POS) project. This prospective initiative aims to transform malaria vector control across Africa by establishing a centralized expert assistance center that empowers National Malaria Control Programs (NMCPs) with data-driven decision-making tools and programmatic optimization.
Mission
To provide robust, expert technical support that strengthens vector surveillance systems, improves data quality and use, and fosters evidence-based vector control interventions that accelerate malaria reduction in African countries.
Vision
An Africa where malaria control programs operate with harmonized, high-quality vector data and innovative program management approaches, enabling coordinated, efficient, and impactful malaria elimination efforts.
Overview
Malaria continues to be a leading cause of morbidity and mortality across Africa, exacerbated by fragmented and under-resourced vector surveillance and control efforts. MVS-POS is designed to address these challenges through a centralized facility that delivers expert guidance, advanced data analytics, policy support, and capacity building for malaria control programs continent-wide.
Objectives
Establish a technical assistance hub providing expert support on vector surveillance design, operation, and quality assurance.
Enhance NMCP capacity to analyze, interpret, and apply entomological data for informed, adaptive vector control strategies.
Promote regional coordination and data harmonization to support collaborative malaria control policies and strategies.
Facilitate training and mentoring to build sustainable surveillance and data management skills among malaria program staff.
Intervention Components
Expert standardization and quality assurance of vector surveillance systems.
Advanced data analytics and visualization services for actionable vector data insights.
Evidence-based recommendations enabling targeted and cost-effective vector control interventions.
Support to NMCPs on policy development and cross-border coordination.
Centralized data repository supporting harmonized reporting and real-time program monitoring.
Capacity building through tailored training workshops and mentoring programs.
Expected Impact
Elevated quality, consistency, and timeliness of vector surveillance data feeding into national malaria program decision-making.
Enhanced ability of NMCPs to respond adaptively to malaria vector trends and resistance issues.
Strengthened regional collaboration for harmonized and sustained malaria control efforts.
Accelerated progress toward malaria elimination driven by innovative, evidence-based vector control programs.
Partnership and Role of ResearchLink International
ResearchLink International will lead the operational coordination and overall project management of MVS-POS. We bring vast experience in malaria vector control, data systems strengthening, and technical assistance delivery across Africa. Since MVS-POS currently lacks dedicated funding, ResearchLink is actively seeking collaborations and investment partners committed to advancing malaria control through innovative, data-driven solutions.