Technical Officer - Inclusive Education

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Handicap International Federation (HI) is an independent and impartial aid organization, created in 1982, working across 63 countries. HI works alongside the vulnerable populations, whatever the context, taking action to respond to their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. Present in Nepal since 2000, HI works through a network of local partner organizations in the area of health and physical rehabilitation, inclusive education and resilience including emergency response to improve the living conditions and involvement of the most vulnerable populations in Nepal. 

Strengthening Inclusive Education System & Services under Disability Inclusive Development (DID) Program (funded by FCDO) is one of the ongoing projects In Nepal. The project aims to promote equitable access to quality education and demonstrate learning achievements in basic level grades for girls and boys with disabilities including those with complex disabilities as well as other children with learning support needs. This project has been developed in consideration of the learning from ongoing inclusive education projects of HI and consortium partners with engaging government stakeholders. 

HI Nepal invites application for the following position for the above-mentioned project: 

1. Technical Officer, Inclusive Education - 1 position

Terms & Conditions: Fixed Term contract

Location: Chitwan District

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

• Support for local governments, implementing partners, and schools related to inclusive education approaches and strategies aimed at children with disabilities and other learning disabilities.
• Provide technical support for the implementation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in teaching and learning.
• Provide facilitation and leadership for the conduct of action research and knowledge management, including success stories and documentation.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of projects in accordance with the existing frameworks.
• Support and collaborate with local governments in developing systems and procedures for identifying and supporting children with disabilities and other learning support needs.
• Contribute to the regular reporting of technical activities of its scope (collection and analysis of technical data collected) in conjunction with the project team and the MEAL team.
• Conduct joint monitoring visits with LEU, OPDs, and government representatives to assess the implementation of inclusive education approaches and strategies in the schools and collect feedback for continuous improvement.

Qualification and Skills Required: 

• At least bachelor's degree in education, Social Sciences or related field (Masters Preferred)
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in development projects specially with Education thematic sector
  
• Experience in disability and inclusion exposure is added advantage
• Experience of mentoring staff and local organization and transferring skills and knowledge
• Report writing and documentation skills
• Knowledge of education system and disability in Nepal
• Proficient in planning, design and facilitation of capacity building training

To Apply: 

Send a motivation letter mentioning position applied for and expected salary and an updated CV including 2 referees with contact number and e-mail address to recruitment@nepal.hi.org no later than 7th September 2024. HI Nepal reserves the right to cancel, postpone or modify the whole recruitment process and reject any application without specifying any reasons whatsoever.  

Handicap International (HI) is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women, people with disability, and members from disadvantaged communities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

HI firmly believes in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our organization. This is why we are committed to a disability policy to encourage the inclusion and integration of people with disabilities. Please indicate if you require any special accommodations, including participation in the first interview.  

Candidates applying for a job with HI must be ready to comply with our Child Protection Policy, and Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment. HI Nepal has a zero tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the values and mission of HI, hence, all selected candidates are expected to adhere to these standards and principles.