Disability Inclusion Officer

Job Description

Title: Disability Inclusion Officer

Company Name: Mukti Cox's Bazar

Vacancy: 01

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Ukhia)

Employment Status: Full-time

Educational Requirements:
∎ Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., special education, social work, community development).
∎ Five years working experiences in relevant field in a International/National NGOs.
∎ Skills Required: Computer skill, Good facilitation

Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 5 year(s)
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following area(s): Excellent English communication skills, Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, excellent reporting
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

Job Responsibilities:
∎ -Advocacy and Awareness:
∎ Advocate for the rights of individuals with disabilities within the Rohingya community, raising awareness about the importance of disability inclusion in education.
∎ Collaborate with local organizations, community leaders, and government authorities to promote a culture of inclusion.
∎ -Assessment and Data Collection:
∎ Identify and assess the specific needs and barriers faced by children and adults with disabilities in accessing education.
∎ Collect and maintain data related to disability demographics and their educational needs.
∎ -Inclusive Policy Development:
∎ Contribute to the development of policies and strategies that promote disability inclusion in the education project.
∎ Ensure that all policies, practices, and materials are accessible and sensitive to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
∎ -Capacity Building:
∎ Train and educate teachers, staff, and volunteers on inclusive teaching methods and strategies to support learners with disabilities.
∎ Empower families and communities to provide support and advocacy for individuals with disabilities.
∎ -Accessibility and Adaptation:
∎ Work with the organization's teams to make educational materials, facilities, and resources accessible for learners with disabilities.
∎ Ensure that necessary assistive devices and technologies are available and used effectively.
∎ -Individualized Support:
∎ Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities, in consultation with educators, parents, and relevant experts.
∎ Monitor the progress of individuals with disabilities and provide necessary support and adjustments.
∎ -Coordination and Collaboration:
∎ Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including local NGOs, government agencies, and international partners, to strengthen disability inclusion efforts.
∎ Organize and participate in coordination meetings and working groups related to disability inclusion in education.
∎ -Monitoring and Evaluation:
∎ Regularly assess and evaluate the effectiveness of disability inclusion initiatives and make data-driven recommendations for improvements.
∎ Report on progress and challenges to project management and donors.
∎ -Reporting and Documentation:
∎ Maintain accurate records and reports related to disability inclusion activities.
∎ Prepare and submit reports to relevant authorities and donors as required.
∎ -Safeguarding and PSEA: To meet the program's objectives for safeguarding and PSEA implementation, make sure team members are protected from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation. serve as a major resource for help, direction, and knowledge on safeguarding for developing a safe workplace. To ensure that safeguarding standards are used in every course of action, team members should practice, advocate, and embrace safeguarding policy concerns.

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 45 years
∎ Both males and females are allowed to apply
∎ Knowledge of the local context in the Rohingya community.
∎ Understanding of disability rights and inclusion principles.
∎ Experience in advocating for and implementing disability-inclusive programs.
∎ Strong communication and training skills.
∎ Sensitivity to cultural and diversity issues.
∎ Fluency in relevant languages (e.g., Rohingya, English).

Salary: Tk. 70000 - 75000 (Monthly)

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ T/A, Mobile bill, Weekly 2 holidays
∎ According to the project provision.

Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.

Application Deadline: 12 Nov 2023

Company Information:
∎ 5 Nov 2023
∎ Mukti Cox's Bazar
∎ Address : Head Office, Mukti Bhaban, Goldighirpar, Cox's Bazar - 4700

Category: NGO/Development

: Mukti Cox’s Bazar is one of the recognized organization in the development sector in Cox’s Bazar that has been working at Cox's Bazar, Chattogram and Noakhali district since 1996. In continuation of that, Mukti Cox’s Bazar is seeking for " Disability Inclusion Officer " for UNICEF funded project titled " Rohingya children and adolescents receive gender responsive, quality, inclusive education through the Myanmar curriculum in Cox’s Bazar ". Interested candidates must be send their application with cover letter, CV with names of two references current/ previous professionals, 2 copies recent color passport size photograph, educational and experience certificates, clean photocopy of national ID card to the undersigned on or before 12 November 2023. No application will be entertained after that time. Application must be submitted to the Human Resources Coordinator, Mukti Cox's Bazar, Head Office, Mukti Bhaban, Goldighirpar, Cox's Bazar-4700 or send to [email protected] write the position applied for on the top of the envelope or in the subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview. Female candidates are encouraged to apply for this position. Mukti Cox's Bazar has a non-negotiable policy of ZERO TOLERANCE towards Safeguarding. All employees are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), HR Policy, Financial Policy, Gender Policy, Safeguarding Policy, the Child Safeguarding Policy, and Anti-fraud Policy of Mukti Cox's Bazar. Mukti Cox's Bazar is committed to ending gender inequality and achieving a gender balanced workforce. Mukti Cox's Bazar promotes equal opportunities for women and men from different caste, ethnic and religious backgrounds and encourages them to apply for this post.

Source: bdjobs.com