Banchte Shekha (BS)

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Summary

Vacancy: —
Age: at most 45 years
Location: Jashore
Minimum Salary: Negotiable
Experience: 3 to 5 years
Published: 24 Dec 2024

Requirements

Education

Bachelor / Masters’s degree in Social Science, Diploma in Physiotherapy or a related field. Specialized training in CBR or disability inclusion is an advantage.

Experience

3 to 5 years
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
NGO

Additional Requirements

Age at most 45 years

Experience: Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in working with communities, particularly with children and youth with disabilities, is highly desirable. Basic understanding of disability rights and inclusive development principles.
Age: Maximum 45 Years (Age limit will flexible in experienced candidate).
Skills and Competency Required
Good interpersonal skills
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Very effective organizational skill
Computer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheets and word processing programs
Time management skills
Strong understanding of CBR principles and disability rights frameworks.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in data collection and basic reporting in English.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse groups.
Computer skills: Very good skills in MS Office applications-word/excel/power point presentation, database and familiar with Internet.
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Having Motorcycle with valid license and Computer & Smart Phone is must.
Strong understanding of disability rights, inclusion, and accessibility frameworks.
Women and Persons with disabilities will get special consideration based on their qualification and experience.
Personal attributes:
Be honest and trustworthy
Be respectful
Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
Be flexible
Demonstrate sound work ethics
Training and development:
Read and discuss with colleagues the CBR guidelines and latest community development literature

Responsibilities & Context

Program: The meaningful Participation and Inclusion of Children and Youth with Disabilities in all domain of CBR.

Location: Jashore

Reporting To: Project Coordinator / CBR Officer.

Organization Overview: Banchte Shekha is a renowned non-governmental organization (NGO) in Bangladesh, established in 1976 by Angela Gomes, a prominent social worker and advocate for women’s empowerment. The name translates to “Learn to Live” in English, reflecting its mission to empower disadvantaged communities, particularly women and children, through education, skill development, and social advocacy. Banchte Shekha is going to implement a project named “The Meaningful Participation and Inclusion of Children and Youth with Disabilities in All Domains of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR)” in Jashore district which is Financially and Technically supported by the Lilian Fonds and Centre for Disability in Development (CDD). This collaboration between the Lilian Fonds and CDD highlights the importance of empowering Children and Youth with Disabilities and integrating their needs into mainstream community development. By addressing barriers and fostering inclusion, the project will contributes to building more equitable and accessible societies.

Job Overview: The CBR Worker will be directly involved in the field-level implementation of activities aimed at promoting the inclusion and empowerment of children and youth with disabilities across all domains of CBR. This role requires engaging with families, communities, and local stakeholders to ensure access to education, health, livelihood opportunities, and social participation for persons with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Sensitize the community to change perceptions toward disability through advocacy and community engagement.
Support in conducting accessibility assessments for community schools in collaboration with the community.
Facilitate the early identification of disabilities and early intervention measures.
Promote mainstreaming and inclusion of children with disabilities in schools.
Mobilize local communities to engage in and participate in Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) activities.
Within the framework of the CBR matrix, work with families and communities to identify and implement sustainable measures to empower persons with disabilities.
Collaborate with families and communities to undertake activities that prevent disabilities, including but not limited to prevention talks, identification, referrals, and follow-ups tailored to families’ needs and questions.
Conduct home visits for persons with disabilities and provide training to improve their skills and abilities to participate in family and social life.
Provide social support to children with disabilities and their families.
Identify and refer children with disabilities in need of care to appropriate services.
Follow up with persons referred for services and care.
Encourage communities to create inclusive economic empowerment opportunities.
Participate in the planning, organization, and reporting of community outreach activities.
Collaborate with local government services and authorities to provide services to persons with disabilities by sharing reports and information.
Work with NGOs to deliver sustainable interventions for children with disabilities.
Collaborate with persons with disabilities by involving them in program activities.
Undertake local resource mobilization initiatives to benefit children and youth with disabilities.
Sensitize households and communities about Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) issues and Mental Health (MH).
Identify and refer individuals suspected of having ENT or mental health issues to appropriate health facilities.
Sensitize households and communities on basic hygiene and sanitation practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Complete individual rehabilitation plans (IRPs) using logbooks aligned with the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF).
Arrange skills training and capital support for youth with disabilities and their caregivers to start enterprises at the community level.
Support the organization of medical camps in the community.
Assist in forming Community Resource Centers, Youth Panels, and Student Forums.
Facilitate training programs at the community level.
Conduct community-level advocacy to promote the rights of children and youth with disabilities.
Maintain child record datasheets.

Skills & Expertise

NGO/ Other Services

Compensation & Other Benefits

Job Location: The job is based in Jashore district but with regular travel to upazila and union level for implementation of project activities smoothly.

Compensation & Other Benefits:

• As per organization rules and project allocation.

• Festival bonus

• Mobile Allowance

• Two days Weekly holiday

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time

Job Location

Jashore

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