Job Description

Title: Prosthetics and Orthotics Technician

Company Name: Handicap International (humanity & Inclusion) in Bangladesh

Vacancy: 1

Age: at least 18 years

Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

Salary: Tk. 47439 - 51663 (Monthly)

Published: 25 Mar 2025

Education:
∎ CAT II (Category 2 Diploma degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics).

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at least 18 years
∎ "0-1 year experience in working on the same thematic, preferably in a development and humanitarian context.
∎ Be registered with a local association.
∎ Previous I/NGO experience
∎ Able to work in harsh conditions
∎ Strong multidisciplinary teamwork approach
∎ Communication skills in verbal and written Bangla.
∎ Knowledge of disability and development issues in Bangladesh.
∎ Communication skills in both verbal and written Bangla are necessary.
∎ Sensitized on issues related to child protection, protection of gender-based violence, etc.
∎ Experienced in humanitarian context, preferably in the field of rehabilitation and inclusion.
∎ Experience working in a multidisciplinary context.
∎ Knowledge of Chittagonian / Rohingya language is a strong asset
∎ Knowledge of English and/or Burmese language;
∎ Special Attention: "You are cordially requested not to apply if you do not have the required skills, professional experiences, competencies, and personal qualities mentioned in the advertisement that do not match you and your profile.
∎ "0-1 year experience in working on the same thematic, preferably in a development and humanitarian context.
∎ Be registered with a local association.
∎ Previous I/NGO experience
∎ Able to work in harsh conditions
∎ Strong multidisciplinary teamwork approach
∎ Communication skills in verbal and written Bangla.
∎ Knowledge of disability and development issues in Bangladesh.
∎ Communication skills in both verbal and written Bangla are necessary.
∎ Sensitized on issues related to child protection, protection of gender-based violence, etc.
∎ Experienced in humanitarian context, preferably in the field of rehabilitation and inclusion.
∎ Experience working in a multidisciplinary context.
∎ Knowledge of Chittagonian / Rohingya language is a strong asset
∎ Knowledge of English and/or Burmese language;

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Undertake measurement, fabrication, production, and delivery of prosthetics & orthotics (P&O) devices.
∎ In close collaboration with the rehabilitation officer and assistant, identify and assess the person with disabilities who require P&O service at HI implementing areas of Cox’s Bazar.
∎ Provide appropriate training, assessment, and follow-up of individuals with the device by performing the necessary technical checks, initial standing and gait training, and providing information about the use, maintenance, repair, and replacement times, while involving caregivers and beneficiaries' families.
∎ Assure all people with disabilities receive quality prosthetics and orthotics, both in workshops and on the field as per requirements.
∎ Take into account contraindications and precautions related to the measurement, fabrication, production, and delivery of the orthotic and prosthetic devices to ensure the beneficiary's safety during the service provision. (DO NO HARM).
∎ Fabrication of the orthotic devices, like hand splints and AFO, by using low-temperature thermoplastic (Orfit/Technofit).
∎ The basic repair of Prosthetic and Orthotic devices such as AFO, KAFO, Hand splint, etc.
∎ Fabrication of low-cost and custom-made orthotic devices such as Gaiter, Lumber belt, arm sling, etc. by using steel strip, cotton, cloth, Velcro, etc.Fabrication or adjustment of shoes and sandals—height adjustment, Arc adjustment, etc.
∎ Custom fitting and adjustment of ready-to-use orthotic devices such as AFO, Lumber Belt, etc.
∎ Repair and maintenance of assistive devices such as a wheelchair, crutch, etc.
∎ Fabrication of low-cost positioning devices such as corner sitting, CP chair, Standing Frame, cylindrical and incline wedge/cushion, etc.Follow and respect the policies and procedures of P&O service provision laid down by the rehabilitation TU and management.
∎ Maintain individual files for each person with a disability receiving P&O devices and carry out regular follow-up as per the requirement of the particular person.
∎ Maintain all records about service delivery.
∎ Periodic field visits for follow-up with the user and find out the further development of the devices.
∎ Procurement Support to Plan & advise on the installation of equipment in the workshop Assist and follow up in the procurement of the equipment and materials as required for the workshop production.
∎ Support to prepare a proposal on orthosis material & relevant purchases and quality checks of the materials.
∎ P&O Workshop Setup Set up the P&O workshop as per accepted specifications.
∎ Ensure the workshop is barrier-free for the easy access of people with disabilities.
∎ Ensure all safety measures are maintained within the workshop to reduce hazards in the operation of various machinery and equipment.
∎ Workshop Maintenances
∎ Ensure effective and efficient P&O workshop maintenance.
∎ Advice to operating management on various costs related to P&O materials, equipment, maintenance, training, and service delivery.
∎ Coordination with Rehabilitation Team.
∎ Maintain necessary coordination with rehabilitation therapists.
∎ Ensure required gait training is provided to the clients after prosthetic and orthotic fitments.
∎ Ensure that the beneficiaries receive rehabilitation therapy as required, for example, the release of contracture and healing of stump edema before the fitment of devices.
∎ Work closely with the rehabilitation team for patient treatment, follow-up, and evaluation.
∎ Reporting and capitalization.
∎ Produce updated reports at regular intervals as required by the management and technical unit in terms of donor and organizational requirements.
∎ Produces case stories with the rehabilitation officer as per requirement.Mission 2: Emergency Preparedness and Response
∎ Contribute to the program’s emergency preparedness initiatives, and in an emergency situation, adapt his/her working arrangements in order to contribute to an effective humanitarian response from HI.
∎ Perform any other related activities as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
∎ HI is looking for some Prosthetics and Orthotics Technician for its Project “Strengthening protection, health and resilience of refugee and host community in Cox's bazar, Bangladesh, funded by ECHO" with the Handicap International—Humanity & Inclusion.
∎ Job Location: Teknaf
∎ Type of Contract: Fixed-Term
∎ Missions/Responsibilities
∎ Mission 1: Operational implementation:
∎ Undertake measurement, fabrication, production, and delivery of prosthetics & orthotics (P&O) devices.
∎ In close collaboration with the rehabilitation officer and assistant, identify and assess the person with disabilities who require P&O service at HI implementing areas of Cox’s Bazar.
∎ Provide appropriate training, assessment, and follow-up of individuals with the device by performing the necessary technical checks, initial standing and gait training, and providing information about the use, maintenance, repair, and replacement times, while involving caregivers and beneficiaries' families.
∎ Assure all people with disabilities receive quality prosthetics and orthotics, both in workshops and on the field as per requirements.
∎ Take into account contraindications and precautions related to the measurement, fabrication, production, and delivery of the orthotic and prosthetic devices to ensure the beneficiary's safety during the service provision. (DO NO HARM).
∎ Fabrication of the orthotic devices, like hand splints and AFO, by using low-temperature thermoplastic (Orfit/Technofit).
∎ The basic repair of Prosthetic and Orthotic devices such as AFO, KAFO, Hand splint, etc.
∎ Fabrication of low-cost and custom-made orthotic devices such as Gaiter, Lumber belt, arm sling, etc. by using steel strip, cotton, cloth, Velcro, etc.Fabrication or adjustment of shoes and sandals—height adjustment, Arc adjustment, etc.
∎ Custom fitting and adjustment of ready-to-use orthotic devices such as AFO, Lumber Belt, etc.
∎ Repair and maintenance of assistive devices such as a wheelchair, crutch, etc.
∎ Fabrication of low-cost positioning devices such as corner sitting, CP chair, Standing Frame, cylindrical and incline wedge/cushion, etc.Follow and respect the policies and procedures of P&O service provision laid down by the rehabilitation TU and management.
∎ Maintain individual files for each person with a disability receiving P&O devices and carry out regular follow-up as per the requirement of the particular person.
∎ Maintain all records about service delivery.
∎ Periodic field visits for follow-up with the user and find out the further development of the devices.
∎ Procurement Support to Plan & advise on the installation of equipment in the workshop Assist and follow up in the procurement of the equipment and materials as required for the workshop production.
∎ Support to prepare a proposal on orthosis material & relevant purchases and quality checks of the materials.
∎ P&O Workshop Setup Set up the P&O workshop as per accepted specifications.
∎ Ensure the workshop is barrier-free for the easy access of people with disabilities.
∎ Ensure all safety measures are maintained within the workshop to reduce hazards in the operation of various machinery and equipment.
∎ Workshop Maintenances
∎ Ensure effective and efficient P&O workshop maintenance.
∎ Advice to operating management on various costs related to P&O materials, equipment, maintenance, training, and service delivery.
∎ Coordination with Rehabilitation Team.
∎ Maintain necessary coordination with rehabilitation therapists.
∎ Ensure required gait training is provided to the clients after prosthetic and orthotic fitments.
∎ Ensure that the beneficiaries receive rehabilitation therapy as required, for example, the release of contracture and healing of stump edema before the fitment of devices.
∎ Work closely with the rehabilitation team for patient treatment, follow-up, and evaluation.
∎ Reporting and capitalization.
∎ Produce updated reports at regular intervals as required by the management and technical unit in terms of donor and organizational requirements.
∎ Produces case stories with the rehabilitation officer as per requirement.
∎
∎ Mission 2: Emergency Preparedness and Response
∎ Contribute to the program’s emergency preparedness initiatives, and in an emergency situation, adapt his/her working arrangements in order to contribute to an effective humanitarian response from HI.
∎ Perform any other related activities as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Tour allowance, Weekly 2 holidays, Insurance, Gratuity, Provident fund, Medical allowance, Mobile bill
∎ Festival Bonus: 2
∎ Salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and budget availability.
∎ Medical Coverage: Staff and dependents will get general/outpatient, hospitalization, dental, and optical medical insurance facilities as per the HI policy.
∎ Maternity Coverage: Staff & dependents will get maternity medical coverage facilities per the HI policy.
∎ Group Life Insurance Coverage: Staff will get the death benefit, accidental benefit, permanent partial disability, permanent total disability benefit, and critical illness benefit as per the HI policy.
∎ Leave: Staff will get sick leave, annual leave, casual leave, medical leave, and event leave as per HI policy.
∎ Allowance for Children's Education: Staff will get an allowance for Children's Education as per the HI policy.
∎ National travel cost of child caretaker: Female staff will get a reimbursement for the cost of national travel of the child caretaker as per the HI policy.
∎ Additional Responsibility (Interim) Allowance: Staff will get an allowance for additional responsibility (interim) as per the HI policy.
∎ Relocation Allowance: Staff will get an allowance for relocation allowance as per the HI policy.
∎ Work From Home: Staff will get work-from-home facilities as per the HI policy.
∎ Special Attention: "You are cordially requested not to apply if the salary range, job location, contract duration, and other terms and conditions mentioned in the advertisement do not match your expectations."
∎ Salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and budget availability.
∎ Medical Coverage: Staff and dependents will get general/outpatient, hospitalization, dental, and optical medical insurance facilities as per the HI policy.
∎ Maternity Coverage: Staff & dependents will get maternity medical coverage facilities per the HI policy.
∎ Group Life Insurance Coverage: Staff will get the death benefit, accidental benefit, permanent partial disability, permanent total disability benefit, and critical illness benefit as per the HI policy.
∎ Leave: Staff will get sick leave, annual leave, casual leave, medical leave, and event leave as per HI policy.
∎ Allowance for Children's Education: Staff will get an allowance for Children's Education as per the HI policy.
∎ National travel cost of child caretaker: Female staff will get a reimbursement for the cost of national travel of the child caretaker as per the HI policy.
∎ Additional Responsibility (Interim) Allowance: Staff will get an allowance for additional responsibility (interim) as per the HI policy.
∎ Relocation Allowance: Staff will get an allowance for relocation allowance as per the HI policy.
∎ Work From Home: Staff will get work-from-home facilities as per the HI policy.

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

Read Before Apply:

Read Before Apply:

Special Attention: "You are cordially requested not to apply if the salary range, job location, contract duration, and other terms and conditions mentioned in the advertisement do not match your expectations." 

Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should apply with the updated/latest personal resume along with three references (current or last supervisor only), including the Head of HR of the current and last employer, by Tuesday, 08 April 2025. Only Bangladeshi national candidates are eligible to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified, potential, matched female candidates and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply, and they will be preferred in cases of similar qualifications to other candidates. HI promotes and upholds the principles of equal opportunities and policies (PSEAH, Child Protection, etc.).

HI has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to or exploitation of a vulnerable adult or child by any of our staff, representatives, or partners. Recruitment for all jobs in HI includes, in particular, criminal record checks and the collection of relevant references. Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do.HI is committed to a safe workplace for everyone to grow professionally regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, or race. HI extends this commitment to equality and Do No Harm to all staff, volunteers, partners, and beneficiaries. The humanitarian principles focus on equity and inclusion, with a solid commitment to these values.A competitive candidate will uphold and implement these values in their personal and professional lives. Any persuasion by the person by phone, email, or other means in this regard will automatically disqualify the candidate. The selected employee should clearly understand that all final offers of employment are contingent upon a successful reference check. The pre-employment screening will be performed for all selected applicants.

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Company Information:
∎ Handicap International (humanity & Inclusion) in Bangladesh
∎ House 3/A, Road 36, Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
∎ Business: Handicap International (HI) is an international aid organization specializing in the field of disability. Non-governmental, non-religious, non-political, and non-profit making works alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, whatever the context, assisting and supporting them in their efforts to become self-reliant. Since its creation, the organization has set up programmes in approximately 60 countries and intervened in many emergencies. It operates as a federation made up of eight associations (Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the USA) that provide human and financial resources, manage projects, and raise awareness of Handicap International`s actions and campaigns.

Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion (HI) has been working in Bangladesh since 1997, focusing on creating sustainable changes to ensure the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities in society. HI is an independent and impartial aid organization working in Bangladesh in poverty, exclusion, conflict, and disaster situations. With projects in different districts of the country, HI works not only with people with disabilities and other vulnerable populations but also with their families, their communities, and local humanitarian actors to respond to their essential needs, improve their living conditions, promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights, and provide sustainability in its action. As one of the key organizations in the disability sector, HI has a wide range of projects that assist in promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities and their issues in emergency and development contexts, building the capacities of local stakeholders, and reducing the impact of natural and human-made disasters. Particularly in Cox`s Bazar district, HI is providing services in rehabilitation, MH/PSS, SRH, protection, and inclusive education with an inclusion mainstreaming approach to refugees and host populations affected by the forcibly displaced undocumented Myanmar nationals. HI`s multi-sectoral mobile units (MU) and static method are currently working in 15 camps located in both Teknaf and Ukhiya Upazilas and surrounding host areas, providing comprehensive services in physical rehabilitation, primary health care, protection, and MHPSS. HI is currently implementing a development and humanitarian response project in Kurigram and Cox`s Bazar district through 3 project offices (Kurigram, Ukhiya, and Teknaf) and 2 coordination offices (Dhaka and Cox Bazar). Operational Thematic: Livelihood, Health and Rehabilitation, Protection, Inclusion, Education, and Atlas Logistics.

Presently, HI Bangladesh is implementing projects on integrating disability in community-based disaster risk reduction and response; economic empowerment of extremely poor persons with disabilities; mainstreaming disability in livelihood interventions; support to refugees and surrounding communities, capacity building of professional associations; and support to disabled people`s organizations, among others.

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∎ House 3/A, Road 36, Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
∎ Business: Handicap International (HI) is an international aid organization specializing in the field of disability. Non-governmental, non-religious, non-political, and non-profit making works alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, whatever the context, assisting and supporting them in their efforts to become self-reliant. Since its creation, the organization has set up programmes in approximately 60 countries and intervened in many emergencies. It operates as a federation made up of eight associations (Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the USA) that provide human and financial resources, manage projects, and raise awareness of Handicap International`s actions and campaigns.Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion (HI) has been working in Bangladesh since 1997, focusing on creating sustainable changes to ensure the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities in society. HI is an independent and impartial aid organization working in Bangladesh in poverty, exclusion, conflict, and disaster situations. With projects in different districts of the country, HI works not only with people with disabilities and other vulnerable populations but also with their families, their communities, and local humanitarian actors to respond to their essential needs, improve their living conditions, promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights, and provide sustainability in its action. As one of the key organizations in the disability sector, HI has a wide range of projects that assist in promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities and their issues in emergency and development contexts, building the capacities of local stakeholders, and reducing the impact of natural and human-made disasters. Particularly in Cox`s Bazar district, HI is providing services in rehabilitation, MH/PSS, SRH, protection, and inclusive education with an inclusion mainstreaming approach to refugees and host populations affected by the forcibly displaced undocumented Myanmar nationals. HI`s multi-sectoral mobile units (MU) and static method are currently working in 15 camps located in both Teknaf and Ukhiya Upazilas and surrounding host areas, providing comprehensive services in physical rehabilitation, primary health care, protection, and MHPSS. HI is currently implementing a development and humanitarian response project in Kurigram and Cox`s Bazar district through 3 project offices (Kurigram, Ukhiya, and Teknaf) and 2 coordination offices (Dhaka and Cox Bazar). Operational Thematic: Livelihood, Health and Rehabilitation, Protection, Inclusion, Education, and Atlas Logistics.Presently, HI Bangladesh is implementing projects on integrating disability in community-based disaster risk reduction and response; economic empowerment of extremely poor persons with disabilities; mainstreaming disability in livelihood interventions; support to refugees and surrounding communities, capacity building of professional associations; and support to disabled people`s organizations, among others.

Application Deadline: 8 Apr 2025

Category: NGO/Development