Job Title: Programme Officer Inclusive Education
Organization: Uganda Society for Disabled Children (USDC)
Duty Station: Kyangwali, Rwamwanja, and Nakivale, Uganda
Reports to: Head of Programmes
About the Company:
Uganda Society for Disabled Children (USDC) is an indigenous childhood non–government organisation in Uganda established in 1985 committed to recognizing and equalizing the rights of children with disabilities. USDC’s main aim is to help children with disabilities and their families to access resources and opportunities to enable them achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced disability inclusive education technical Officer to oversee the implementation of disability inclusive education activities in three humanitarian settings in Uganda. The successful candidate will provide technical guidance, supervision, and support to ensure the effective delivery of project activities. The Officer needs to closely collaborate and timely share information with the Inclusive Education (IE) Technical Officer from the consortium partner that is responsible for disability inclusion and inclusive education technical approach and harmonization. The Officer should adopt a multi-sectoral approach by collaborating closely with Physiotherapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), and staff from other consortium partners to ensure comprehensive and integrated service delivery.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure the effective implementation of disability inclusive education activities in the three settlements.
- The Officer should actively collaborate and ensure timely information sharing with the Inclusive Education (IE) Technical Officer from the consortium partner responsible for disability inclusion and the technical harmonization of inclusive education approaches.
Staff Supervision:
- Supervise and mentor three Inclusive Education Assistants in the settlements, providing
- guidance, coaching, and support to ensure they deliver high-quality services.
- The Programme Officer, Inclusive Education based at the national level will also supervise 6 Occupational Therapists (OTs) and 6 Physio therapists (PTs) in the 3 settlements.
Project Implementation:
- Oversee the implementation of project activities, including Needs assessments and baseline studies
- Development and implementation of individualized education plans (IEPs)/Individualized earning Plans (ILPs).
- Capacity building for educators and community members
- Community engagement and awareness raising.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Collaborate with the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) team to develop and implement monitoring and evaluation tools, track progress, and identify areas for improvement.
- Partnership and Coordination: Foster partnerships with local authorities, UN agencies, NGOs, and community groups to ensure a coordinated and collaborative approach to disability inclusive education.
- Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and submit regular progress reports, technical briefs, and other documentation as required.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in special Needs Education, Inclusive Education, Social Work, Disability Studies, Psychology, or a related field.
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience working in disability inclusive education, preferably in humanitarian settings.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of disability inclusive education principles, practices, and tools as well as strong analytical writing skills in English.
- Leadership and Management: Proven experience in supervising and mentoring staff.
- Communication and Interpersonal: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
- Language: Fluency in English; knowledge of local languages (e.g., Luganda, Kiswahili, Runyakitara) an asset.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in special Needs Education, Inclusive Education, or a related field.
- Experience working with refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), or other vulnerable populations.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced occupational therapist looking to make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities, please submit your application, including:
- A cover letter (max.1 pages) outlining your experience, qualifications, and motivation for the role.
- An updated CV (max. 3 pages).
- Contact information of three professional referees.
Applications should be addressed to the Human Resource Manager, Uganda Society for Disabled Children (USDC), Plot 112 Owen Road, Mulago Hill Kampala, Uganda. Apply only by email to: [email protected]
Deadline: 14th April, 2025 at 23.59 Hours.
For all jobs advertised above: USDC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage persons with disabilities, women, and refugees to apply. We guarantee interviews for qualified candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.
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