Lead, Disability Inclusion At BRAC

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Position: Lead, Disability Inclusion

Job Location: Bangladesh

About the Role:

This position is part of BRAC International’s Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Unit and will lead the mainstreaming of disability inclusion, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), across the organisation, both in programmes and at the organisational level. The role is responsible for ensuring that disability inclusion considerations are systematically embedded across programme design, implementation, and organisational practices. The position will provide strategic and technical leadership by developing and operationalising disability inclusion-related guidelines, tools, and standards; strengthening inclusive programme design; and ensuring effective implementation through hands-on technical support, supervision, and capacity building. In addition, the role will support strengthening systems for accessibility and reasonable accommodation and promote the use of data and evidence for disability-responsive programming and organisational culture. The position will work closely with cross-sectoral teams to design and implement integrated programmes that address the diverse needs of participants and staff members with disabilities while strengthening partnerships and referral systems to enhance service delivery and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Development and Adoption of Tools, Processes and Guidelines for Disability Mainstreaming

Lead the development of systems, tools, and guidelines for designing and implementing DI mainstreaming activities under different programmes of BI in operating countries and in the organization as a whole
Support and contribute to the development and refinement of the organisation’s policies and strategies from a DI lens and rollout.
Lead in the implementation of processes and strategies that promote disability inclusion in programming.

B. Technical Support and Quality Assurance

Technical Assistance & Mainstreaming: Provide hands-on technical support to BI country teams across operational and programme cycles (planning, execution, and evaluation), including developing standard operating procedures, work plans, curricula, and disability-responsive SBCC tools.
Provide targeted technical guidance to ensure Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) considerations are effectively integrated into early childhood development, education programmes, and staff capacity building.
Conduct rapid disability inclusion (DI) assessments for new proposals, lead Disability and Barrier Analyses (DBA), and apply Universal Design Principles (UDP) to ensure physical accessibility of BI offices and project infrastructures (e.g., clubhouses, Play Labs).
Ensure all learning modules, SBCC, and IEC materials are fully inclusive and accessible, verifying their effectiveness through regular field assessments and quality checks.
Lead assessments for assistive devices and reasonable accommodation needs for staff and participants, and establish a functional system for their procurement, distribution, and record-keeping.
Ensure programme reports demonstrate DI progress, and lead the identification, documentation, and showcasing of good practices in coordination with the knowledge management and communications team.
Organise campaigns and events for international days (e.g., IDPD, Disability Week) and represent the organisation in relevant forums to share learning and engage in inclusive development advocacy.

C. Programme development and support for Resource Mobilization

Develop tools and guidelines and support countries and teams to conduct DI analysis in the communities to support programme development
Support the country teams in the development of DI action plans in response to issues identified in the DI analysis.
Ensure DI in programme activities to effectively integrate DI considerations.
Engage in concept note/proposal development, including designing interventions and supporting budget preparation for mainstreaming DI activities under different BI programmes

D. Capacity Building, Onboarding, and Recruitment

Assess DI capacity-building needs across BI countries and lead the development of training modules, materials, and initiatives (including ToTs, orientations, and onboarding) for staff, partners, and programme participants in collaboration with the central L&D unit.
Provide ongoing supportive supervision, mentoring, coaching, and regular follow-up for DI-focused staff across different BI countries to ensure quality implementation.

E. Partnership Building, Networking and Advocacy

Lead the identification and establishment of strategic partnerships with disability-focused international NGOs, Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), and service providers at global, regional, and national levels.
Strengthen referral networks to ensure programme participants with disabilities have reliable access to specialised services.
Initiate and lead BI’s representation in disability rights advocacy efforts at global, regional, and national levels.

F. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Documentation

Integrate DI indicators into the MIS, aligned with project results frameworks.
Monitor implementation and track progress on disability inclusion across interventions.
Document case studies and produce quarterly and annual reports on disability inclusion and outcomes.

Safeguarding responsibilities

Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
Practice, promote, and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, and encourage others to do so.

Academic Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Social Science, Sociology, Development Studies, Special Education, or another related field.

Professional Certificate / Certification:

Courses/training on Disabilities /Social Inclusion/ Inclusive Development.

Experience:

9-10 years of experience in development and at least 5-6 years of experience in implementing diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI), disability inclusion, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), social inclusion, and gender justice with a proven track record of success, especially in countries in Africa, including in humanitarian settings.
Knowledge of Disability Inclusion including SEND approaches and methodologies, the latest evidence, research, global guidelines, and good practices across the development setting.
Experience in monitoring and evaluation of disability interventions and ability to interpret data for decision-making and inform disability inclusion strategies and interventions.
Experience in DI capacity development, including developing and facilitating training, mentorship and coaching on DI approaches and methodologies.
Experience in managing complex projects and budgets.
Proven experience in building and managing partnerships at the local and regional levels.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Proven ability to effectively collaborate with multicultural teams, fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.
Ability to analyze and interpret program data and to track performance against indicators
Openness to learn and explore new ideas with a deep commitment to quality
Ability to think strategically and drive innovation in program design and implementation
Ability to thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments, demonstrating a high level of adaptability to changing circumstances and priorities
Proficient in using Microsoft and google online tools, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive, for seamless productivity and collaboration
Possesses strong critical and strategic thinking, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a participants-oriented service mentality
Experience of providing technical guidance and supportive supervision to a large team working in humanitarian settings
Capable of working both individually and as part of a team
Excellent communication (written, verbal, negotiation, facilitation and presentation skills).
Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English
A high degree of personal resilience, flexibility and ability to adapt to changing circumstances
Available for field visits for up to 50% of the time.

Employment type: Contractual

Salary: Negotiable

How to apply

About BRAC International:

BRAC International (BI), a leading non-profit organisation, is on a mission to empower people and communities facing poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice. Our vision is to create a world free from exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential. We design proven, scalable solutions that equip people with the support and confidence they need to achieve their potential.

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 and over the last five decades has grown to become one of the world’s largest non-governmental organisations (NGOs), reaching over 100 million people. We started our first international operation by venturing into Afghanistan in 2002, building on lessons from our work in Bangladesh to support a nation devastated by war. Currently operating in 16 countries across Asia and Africa. Born, proven and led in the Global South, BRAC International brings a unique Southern perspective and commitment to continuous learning, providing a depth of insight, experience and evidence to meet the needs of diverse communities with humility and courage across Asia and Africa. To learn more about BRAC International, please visit (www.bracinternational.org.com)

Our Core Values:

Integrity: We approach our work with honesty and integrity.

Innovation: We innovate and iterate to improve our impact.

Inclusiveness: We foster inclusion to reach those who need it most

Effectiveness: We strive for effectiveness to better serve people in poverty

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application process to grab your dream opportunity!

External candidates Please apply through direct link: https://career44.sapsf.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=1705&company=brac

Internal candidates are recommended to apply with their latest Resume including all job assignments in detail and a cover letter mentioning core competence and career aspiration with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net copying their immediate reporting manager.

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 19/26 in the subject bar.

Application deadline: 27 June 2026

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure include extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding to the fullest extent.

“BRAC International is an equal opportunities employer”