Capacity Development Officer || JF Kapnek Trust

  • Harare

JF Kapnek Trust

Main purpose of the Job

  • Conduct needs assessments to identify capacity gaps and develop appropriate strategies to address them.
  • Develop and implement capacity development programs for CBR facilitators and stakeholders, including training modules, workshops, and mentoring sessions.
  • Provide technical assistance and training of partners and staff on CBR activities to facilitate project implementation.
  • Identify community structures within the geographical locations as a gateway to coaching and mentoring on CBR activities.
  • Collaborate with PO CBR facilitators, local communities, and government agencies to promote inclusive community-based rehabilitation practices.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to CBR facilitators in implementing evidence-based interventions and activities.
  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of capacity development programs and make recommendations for improvements.
  • Develop and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including OPDs, NGOs, and government agencies, to enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing.
  • Stay updated with the latest research and best practices in community-based rehabilitation and disability inclusion.
  • Contribute to the development of CBR policies, guidelines, and training materials.
  • Assist in the coordination of CBR activities and events, such as awareness campaigns, advocacy initiatives, and community mobilization efforts.
  • Identify and spearhead networking and collaboration activities with CBR actors.
  • Develop tools to facilitate collection of evidence and feedback on CBR interventions, support documentation of findings and dissemination to various stakeholders.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and other communication materials to share project outcomes and lessons learned.

Requirements

Functional skills and knowledge: 

  • Familiarity with the principles and practices of community-based rehabilitation.
  • Strong facilitation and training skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and create inclusive learning environments.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, communicate and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English, with additional language skills considered an asset.
  • Willingness to travel to remote and rural areas as required.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
  • Diploma/degree in Rehabilitation/ Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Public Health, social work, community development, or disability studies.
  • At least 5 years proven experience in designing and implementing capacity development programs, preferably in the field of disability inclusion or community-based rehabilitation.
  • Demonstrable experience in management of multi-stakeholder interventions.
  • Considerable project management experience in Community-Based Rehabilitation work focusing on children with disabilities.
  • Demonstrable experience in establishing networks with governments, private and public sector entities.
  • Knowledge of disability rights, inclusive development, and the social model of disability.

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