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Capacity Development Officer at JF Kapnek Trust

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Expires: 14 Jan 2024

Full Time

Harare

Project Administration

job Description

The Capacity Development Officer at JF Kapnek Trust plays a crucial role in enhancing the capabilities of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) facilitators and stakeholders. Key responsibilities include conducting needs assessments, designing and implementing capacity development programs, providing technical assistance, and fostering collaboration with various partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

-Conduct needs assessments to identify capacity gaps and formulate strategies for addressing them.
-Design and implement capacity development programs, including training modules, workshops, and mentoring sessions for CBR facilitators and stakeholders.
-Provide technical assistance and training on CBR activities to partners and staff, facilitating effective project implementation.
-Identify community structures for coaching and mentoring on CBR activities.
-Collaborate with CBR facilitators, local communities, and government agencies to promote inclusive CBR practices.
-Offer technical support and guidance to CBR facilitators in implementing evidence-based interventions.
-Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of capacity development programs, providing recommendations for improvements.
-Develop and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and knowledge sharing.
-Stay updated on 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 coordinating CBR activities and events, such as awareness campaigns, advocacy initiatives, and community mobilization efforts.
-Spearhead networking and collaboration activities with CBR actors.
-Develop tools for evidence collection and feedback on CBR interventions, supporting documentation of findings and dissemination to stakeholders.
-Prepare reports, presentations, and communication materials to share project outcomes and lessons learned.

Qualifications and Experience

-Familiarity with the principles and practices of community-based rehabilitation.
-Strong facilitation and training skills, engaging diverse audiences in inclusive learning environments.
-Excellent interpersonal skills, influencing, communicating, and negotiating effectively with stakeholders.
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant software.
-Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong organizational and time management skills.
-Fluency in written and spoken English, 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, Public Health, Social Work, Community Development, or Disability Studies.
-At least 5 years of proven experience in designing and implementing capacity development programs, preferably in disability inclusion or community-based rehabilitation.
-Demonstrated experience in managing multi-stakeholder interventions.
-Substantial project management experience in Community-Based Rehabilitation work, focusing on children with disabilities.
-Proven 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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Job overview

  • Location

    Harare

  • Job Type

    Full Time

  • Expiry Date

    14 Jan 2024

  • Date Posted

    09 Jan 2024