Technical Officer (Disability Inclusion & Rehab)

Job Description

Title: Technical Officer (Disability Inclusion & Rehab)

Company Name: Centre for Disability in Development (CDD)

Vacancy: 01

Age: Na

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Ukhia)

Salary: Tk. 75000 - 75000 (Monthly)

Experience:

Published: 2026-02-18

Application Deadline: 2026-02-25

Education:

• B. Sc in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy with 2-3 years of working experience in the Humanitarian context.

• Master in relevant field will be added an extra value.

• Ability to take initiative and generate ideas for complex situations.

• Knowledge/understanding of humanitarian architecture, disability inclusion standards, accessibility etc.

• Diplomacy skills and ability to understand and handle multiple perspectives.

• Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment and handle stress with limited supervision.

• Excellent oral and written English and Bangla and capacity to produce learning documents and products.

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

• Effective communication, conflict management and problem-solving skills

• Excellent team management skills.

• Creativity and ability to generate new ideas to improve rehabilitation services

• Inclusive Training facilitation skill

• Knowledge of accessibility and reasonable accommodation

• Skill in capturing good practices and documentation

*** Job Responsibilities:

Providing the Rehabilitation services:

• Conducting screening and assessments for the project participant and implementing the Rehabilitation interventions.

• Developing comprehensive rehabilitation treatment plans for individuals requiring follow-up rehab services, ensuring a holistic approach to healthcare.

• Identifying specific needs for Assistive Devices, Home Modifications, and making necessary referrals for additional medical and rehabilitation services.

• Evaluating and selecting appropriate assistive devices tailored to the unique needs of each client, enhancing their mobility and overall well-being.

Working with Partners:

• Ensure partners have a clear understanding of the Disability Inclusion Work Plan and collaborate with them to implement its principles effectively.

• Providing disability inclusion capacity development support to all BHA agencies. Develop and execute training programs to empower staff within partner agencies.

• Provide technical support to partner agencies by promptly responding to requests for disability inclusion input and guidance on integrating disability inclusion into critical tools and documents.

• Participate in joint field visits alongside partner agencies. Provide on-the-job support and conduct monitoring activities to ensure the successful integration of disability inclusion practices.

Capacity Building:

• Develop and deliver training programs and workshops on standards, identification disability awareness, inclusion, and etiquette for staff, volunteers, and community members.

• Conduct accessibility assessments of different facilities to identify and address barriers, Provide recommendations for modifications.

• Create and distribute resources such as guides, toolkits, and educational materials on disability inclusion. Develop accessible IEC materials.

• Offer technical support to organizations in making their programs, services, and events accessible.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Adhere to CDD's Children and Adults at Risk Safeguarding policy, ensuring the safety and well-being of all project participants.

• Promote a safe and secure environment for all participants and stakeholders of the project.

• Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and follow the designated reporting procedures.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform any other responsibility/ special duty delegated by the supervisor/line manager or CDD management.

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*** 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 a prominent organization 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 former 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 accepting application for the position of ‘Technical Officer (Disability Inclusion & Rehab)’ under a project named ‘Multi-sector Recovery and Empowerment Support for crises affected communities in Cox’s Bazar’ to be implemented with the IRC (BHA) supported consortium project. The duration of the project is till 30th June 2027. The selected candidate will initially be hired for a three-month probationary period. Upon successful completion of this period, his/her employment contract will be renewed on an annual basis.

• T/A,Mobile bill,Weekly 2 holidays

• Prorata basis Festival Bonus;

• Limited Life and Health Insurance Coverage.