Job Summary<\/p>\n
The Disability Inclusion Officer will lead all disability inclusion components of the BE-DI project. They will provide technical guidance, coordinate inclusive programming, strengthen capacity of coaches and teachers, and ensure adherence to disability-inclusive education and sport standards. The officer will work closely with schools, disability organizations, caregivers, and county stakeholders to foster inclusive environments that enable children with disabilities, especially girls to meaningfully participate and thrive.<\/p>\n
Key Roles and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Technical Leadership on Disability Inclusion<\/p>\n
\tProvide expert guidance on inclusive sports methodologies for children with visual, hearing, and mobility impairments.
\n\tLead the contextualization and adaptation of coaching methods, training manuals, and life skills content.
\n\tEnsure all program activities align with disability rights frameworks (CRPD, UDL principles, MoE guidelines).<\/p>\n
School and Community Engagement<\/p>\n
\tSupport mapping and assessment of schools for disability inclusion readiness.
\n\tFacilitate disability awareness sessions for parents, caregivers, Boards of Management, and community leaders.
\n\tStrengthen linkages between schools and disability rights organizations.<\/p>\n
Capacity Building<\/p>\n
\tTrain coaches, sign language interpreters, teachers, aides, and KRCS staff on disability inclusion, communication techniques, and adaptive sports practices.
\n\tProvide ongoing mentorship to field teams on inclusive delivery approaches.
\n\tSupport orientation sessions for schools on accessible safeguarding and PSEA standards.<\/p>\n
Implementation Support<\/p>\n
\tOversee implementation of inclusive basketball clinics, ensuring accessibility, safety, and participation of children with different abilities.
\n\tSupport procurement, customization, and distribution of adapted sports equipment.
\n\tEnsure all clinics and tournaments actively include girls with disabilities.<\/p>\n
Monitoring, Documentation & Learning<\/p>\n
\tConduct regular school visits to monitor inclusion practices and identify emerging needs.
\n\tCollect and analyze disability-disaggregated data on participation, skills outcomes, and inclusion indicators.
\n\tDocument best practices, case studies, and success stories from beneficiaries.<\/p>\n
Stakeholder Coordination<\/p>\n
\tCoordinate with Ministry of Education, County Education Officers, disability organizations (DPOs), KISE, County Sports Directors, and other partners.
\n\tParticipate in quarterly stakeholder meetings and technical working groups.
\n\tSupport organization of Awareness Days, mini-tournaments, and the End Game Tournament.<\/p>\n
Safeguarding & Protection<\/p>\n
\tEnsure all project activities uphold KRCS safeguarding, PSEA, and child protection policies.
\n\tGuide coaches and teachers on disability-sensitive safeguarding practices and safe reporting mechanisms.<\/p>\n
Minimum Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s degree in Special Needs Education, Disability Studies, Occupational Therapy, Community Development, Psychology, or a related field.
\n\tMinimum 3 years\u2019 experience working in disability inclusion, inclusive education, or child protection programming.
\n\tProven experience engaging children with visual, hearing, or physical impairments.
\n\tFamiliarity with disability rights frameworks, inclusive sports, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
\n\tKnowledge of safeguarding, PSEA, and child protection in humanitarian or development settings.
\n\tExperience coordinating with government, schools, and disability organizations.<\/p>\n
Key Competencies<\/p>\n
\tStrong technical expertise in disability inclusion and adaptive sports.
\n\tProficient facilitation, coaching, and training skills.
\n\tExcellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication abilities.
\n\tStrong analytical skills and comfort with data collection tools.
\n\tAbility to work independently, travel frequently, and manage field logistics.
\n\tHigh level of empathy, patience, and sensitivity when working with children.<\/p>\n
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