Disability Inclusion Officer

Role Title: Disability Inclusion Officer Work Hours: Full time / 40hrs per week Team: Disability Inclusion Advisory Unit (DIAU) Reporting to: Head of Disability Inclusion Advisory Unit About Light for the World Light for the World sparks lasting change on disability rights and eye health. We believe in a world where people with eye conditions and disabilities can fully exercise their rights to health, education, work, and protection in emergencies. Over the last three decades, Light for the World has contributed to improving eye health systems and amplifying the voices of people with disabilities. Our programmes include: Eye Health – preventing blindness and promoting eye health for all. Inclusive Education – ensuring children with disabilities receive quality, inclusive education. Inclusive Economic Empowerment – ensuring that barriers are removed for men and women with disabilities to access decent work. In Kenya, Light for the World promotes the socioeconomic inclusion of people with disabilities. We focus on empowering people with disabilities by helping them build skills and access opportunities for growth. At the same time, we influence systemic changes to ensure people with disabilities thrive in inclusive environments. Our dual approach emphasizes on the empowerment of people with disabilities alongside broader social transformation. Through our programmes, we create opportunities for inclusive business and employment. Our Inclusive Business approach equips entrepreneurs with the tools and networks they need to succeed in competitive markets, while advocating for a business environment that embraces diversity. We also partner with organisations and institutions to foster inclusive workplaces by addressing barriers such as a lack of accessibility, negative attitudes and policies. Role Profile Reporting to the Head of DIAU, the Disability Inclusion Officer (DIO) manages the logistics of events, trainings and Disability Inclusion Academies. He/she will further manage the planning of the Disability Inclusion Facilitators (DIFs) and trainees across the different programmes in close communication with the DI Advisors and the Head of DIAU. The DIO is an important liaison between the DI Advisory Unit and the other departments supporting the DIFs with their work planning and accountabilities. Key Responsibilities Manage logistics for DI Advisory Unit activities: Arrange all logistics for the Disability Inclusion Academies, as well as learning events, exposure visits, job fairs and other meetings Facilitate field missions (air, vehicle, hotel booking, accommodation etc) manage visa request and follow-up in consultation with finance and administration Officer Coordinate the preparation and issuance of invitation letters to event participants and partners, including hotel guarantee letters, as required by the DIAU team, in collaboration with the Finance & Administration officer. Administrative support for Advisors and mentors Planning and supporting arrangement that relate to mentorship activities. Support Advisors when planning for travel. Administrative and logistical support for DIFs Follow up and support DIFs and trainee DIFs with planning and preparing for their activities. Serve as a Focal Person in liaising between DIFs and the DIAU team for administrative aspects of their work. Be a first point of contact for DIFs in case they face work related challenges that affect their professional wellbeing. Assist the DIAU team in effectively managing administrative aspects of the Disability Inclusion Facilitators. Maintain a detailed record of equipment types received by each DIF in accordance with the terms of their respective contracts. Streamlining the assessment and certification process of DIFs Ensure that the assessment rubrics for DIF trainees are completed and filed. Together with the DIAs plan for the certification event and make sure that all relevant stakeholders are on board. Provide administrative support to the Head of DIAU Preparation of minutes. Planning for performance talks with the Advisors. Filing of workplans and reports and present them for approval and review. Support the planning and implementation of mentoring and monitoring activities by the head of the unit, Advisors and senior DIFs. Timesheets, workplan and Calendar support for the Unit. Knowledge management Conduct needs assessments and develops knowledge management strategies. Identify and select resource materials and tools to be uploaded on one drive. Identify tools and methods for effective capturing, recording, storing, and sharing of knowledge within the unit. Integrate knowledge management innovations in all activities as relevant. Customize, implement, and integrate innovative Knowledge Management tools and techniques, into existing platforms. Archiving and documentation. Process flow management Accountability: ensuring that the DIAU process meets the needs of projects and achieves the desired objectives. Continuous improvement: constantly seek opportunities to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and agility of the processes. Standardization: responsible for establishing and enforcing consistent procedures, guidelines, and best practices across the organization. While ensuring that the process is executed uniformly, regardless of the individuals involved, leading to predictable and reliable outcomes. Database management, Documentation & learning Maintaining documents and records, ensuring confidentiality, and creating and updating electronic and physical filing systems. Organizing and categorizing documents in a logical and easily accessible manner. Maintaining the log of DIFs, assignments and requests. Skills and Qualifications University Degree or Higher in field relating to development work, business management, BIT or computer science At least 5 years of experience working in Non-Governmental Organizations or Organizations of Persons with Disabilities or foundations that focus on inclusion. High level of exposure to barriers that persons with disabilities face and practical solutions to overcome those barriers either through Lived experience or through previous work experience Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) Excellent written and oral communication skills, Sign language will be an added advantage. Show great initiative and be able to work well in a team and independently. Excellent Multitasking capabilities and organisational skills.

Benefits: This is your chance to drive meaningful change with an internationally recognized development organization, while expanding your professional skills and experience. Join a motivated, diverse, and professional team committed to continuous growth and innovation. We value participatory leadership, where your ideas and expertise will shape our collective success. Experience a warm, dynamic, and inclusive work environment where everyone’s contributions are valued, and collaboration is at the heart of our mission. We look forward to receiving your application no later than 31st July 2025. Please apply using: [Disability Inclusion Officer](https://www.activityinfo.org/c/cmbnpk5mcj1xm1hx/66232e) complete CV, Cover Letter are important elements of the application process. Let us know why you want to join our team and why you feel you are good fit. Shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Light for the World is an Equal Opportunity Employer that highly values diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from candidates with disabilities.