Technical Coordinator (Disability Inclusion)

Job Description

Title: Technical Coordinator (Disability Inclusion)

Company Name: Centre for Disability in Development (CDD)

Vacancy: 01

Age: At most 45 years

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Ukhia)

Salary: Tk. 93680 (Monthly)

Experience:

Published: 2024-09-01

Application Deadline: 2024-09-07

Education:

• B.Sc in Physiotherapy/ Occupational Therapy with 4 to 5 years’ experience.
• Preferred master's and expertise in Humanitarian context and Disability Inclusion.

• Age At most 45 years

• Creativity and ability to generate new ideas to improve Disability Inclusion initiatives.

• Inclusive training facilitation and training module development skill.

• Knowledge of accessibility and reasonable accommodation.

• Experience in humanitarian context/ Cox’s Bazar context will be added extra value.

Job Context:

• The Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is a not for profit organization established in 1996 to develop a more inclusive society for persons with disabilities. CDD simultaneously builds technical capacities of the development stakeholders and the communities in how to be more inclusive whilst also enabling persons with a disability to participate in society by strengthening their leadership and providing them with essential rehabilitation and other supports. 
• CDD is one of the most renowned organizations in the field of disability-inclusive development. CDD’s work in Bangladesh is supported by international and national donor agencies/development partners. CDD offers an inclusive, amicable, and respectable work environment. 
• The Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asian version of the Noble prize) has been awarded to its Executive Director in 2010. In 2018, CDD was recognized by the Government of Bangladesh as one of the best organizations working on disability and development issues. 
• CDD is now recruiting for the mentioned position under the project titled, ‘Multi-sector Recovery and Empowerment Support for crises affected communities in Cox’s Bazar’ to be implemented with the support of the International Rescue Committee (IRC). The duration of the project is till 31st August 2027.

Job Description:

Project Management:

• Monitor the project’s progress against the plan, making adjustments as necessary to stay on track.
• Contribute to planning, implementing, and monitoring consortium project Disability Inclusion interventions in coordination with IRC, other organizations and CDD teams.
• Support BHA consortium partner to develop a detailed Disability Inclusion action plan for implementation of advocacy/ technical advisory strategy with partner mainstream actors.
• In collaboration with CDD finance officers, monitor project expenditure against budget and financial reporting on disability mainstreaming activities.
• Assist in mid-term and end-of-project evaluation.
• Allocate resources, including budgets and personnel, to support disability inclusion efforts within the project.
• Support MEAL team to capture important learning milestones in the advocacy strategy and present the same to relevant mainstream stakeholders.
• Develop case studies either showcasing good practices of inclusion of persons with disabilities.
• Collaborate closely with the CDD's Rohingya response program to promote disability inclusion and mainstreaming within the program's objectives.
• Develop mechanisms for resolving conflicts related to inclusion and discrimination. Ensure that disputes are addressed fairly and equitably.

Technical expertise and support:

• Coordinate the planning, execution, and monitoring of the program, prioritizing age, gender, and disability inclusion.
• Collaborate on consortium and mainstream projects, with a strong emphasis on inclusive initiatives in protection, Livelihood, and DRR.
• Offer technical guidance to mainstreaming, consortium partners, sectors, and working groups, ensuring that the inclusion and mainstreaming of diverse groups are integral to their efforts.

Capacity Building:

• Based on the Humanitarian Inclusion Standards and IASC Guidelines, work with targeted mainstream organizations to incorporate disability inclusion into MEAL frameworks and develop implementation plans to meet indicators.
• Design and support humanitarian partners in collecting disability disaggregated data using the Washington Group Short Set of Questions and conducting Capacity Gap Analysis, including focus group discussion inclusive of persons with disabilities.
• In collaboration with IRC partners develop training packages on the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Humanitarian Action.
• Work with targeted mainstream organizations to incorporate components on disability inclusion into their existing training materials and programs.
• Provide technical support in developing or preparing IEC material that can be used for advocacy and sensitization at cluster level and provide technical guidance on disability inclusion.
• Develop mechanisms to monitor the effectiveness of training programs, regular field visits to monitor and collect feedback from participants.
• Link with any national, regional/ local initiatives to support OPD leaders, when possible.
• Assess the long-term impact of training on the organization or community's practices, policies, and culture, including changes in attitudes and behavior regarding disability inclusion.
• In collaboration with CDD Program Operation Manager and Rehab Manager, develop training sessions for CDD teams to build capacity on disability inclusion and share examples of good practice.

External Representation, Coordination and Advocacy:

• Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and advocacy groups, to foster collaboration and promote disability inclusion.
• In coordination with IRC and other organizations, participate in meetings related to the BHA project & relevant sectors & cluster coordination meetings to identify opportunities to promote disability mainstreaming.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of marginalized groups, both within the project and in the broader community.
• Advocate for disability inclusion at a systemic level, working with policymakers and other stakeholders to drive change.
• Promote the use of existing guidelines and tools related to age and/or disability inclusive humanitarian action at cluster level.
• Collaborate with other organizations to share best practices and resources, fostering coordination in inclusive initiatives.
• Participate in other meetings as required.

• T/A,Mobile bill,Weekly 2 holidays,Insurance

Prorata basis festival bonus.