Organization Background:

Health, Disability and Development Organization (HDDO) is a national nonprofit and nonpolitical organization which has been registered with Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan in 07 January 2020 with the aims to advocate, promote and facilitate the Economic empowerment, socioeconomic reintegration, Physical rehabilitation, provision of health, education and livelihood support to the most marginalized, hard to reach and underserved population of the Country including person with disabilities, victims of war, mine  and ERW in Afghanistan. HDDO is committed to play active role in the humanitarian response to the neediest population in the Country and at the same time to contribute in the development and reconstruction of the Country as well. The vision of HDDO is to Promote and sustain educated, prosperous, peaceful, gender and disability sensitive society, where people, especially women, disabled and youth have access to better healthcare, disability and physical rehabilitation, play a key role in inclusive and sustainable development and to make sure that every and each of them is an active member in the societies. The HDDO main principle is the community based inclusive approaches to involve local communities and the target group in the design, implementation and monitoring of the project and that is why HDDO is fully relying on local resources and local capacity in the targeted communities.  

Job Summary

Community Rehabilitation Workers (CRWs) are responsible for implementing the Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) strategy at the community level. Their role focuses on promoting rehabilitation, recognition, inclusion, and full participation of Persons with Disabilities. Key responsibilities include raising awareness, providing training to communities and caregivers, identifying the needs of Persons with Disabilities, and facilitating referrals to appropriate service providers and support systems.

Reporting line

He /She will be reporting to the CBR field supervisor and project manager when required.

Duties & Responsibilities

General:

• Stay informed and updated on matters related to HDDO and the operational environment within the assigned area.
• Foster teamwork, professionalism, and a strong commitment to high-quality service delivery.
• Build and maintain effective coordination with other HDDO units, local authorities, institutions, and NGOs operating in the district.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the line supervisor, Provincial Project Manager, or central office team.

Supervisory Tasks:

• Supervise the daily activities of community volunteers and family trainers to ensure effective implementation of rehabilitation services.
• Oversee the rehabilitation interventions delivered by family trainers and community volunteers to maintain quality and consistency.
• Conduct follow-up on rehabilitation cases referred to HDDO Physical Rehabilitation Centers or other relevant rehabilitation and health facilities to ensure continuity of care.
• Collect and maintain accurate data on Persons with Disabilities at the district level and submit monthly reports to the line supervisor.

Technical Tasks

1. Conduct Household Assessments
   Carry out comprehensive house-to-house surveys to identify Persons with Disabilities within the assigned community, ensuring accurate registration and documentation.
2. Needs Assessment and Individual Rehabilitation Planning
   Assess the needs of each Person with Disabilities using Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) tools and develop personalized rehabilitation plans, including identifying appropriate training materials and support services.
3. Act as a Primary Referral Point
   Serve as the first referral source within the community to support effective implementation of the CBR strategy, ensuring timely linkage between individuals and required services.
4. Mobilize Local Resources
   Identify, mobilize, and coordinate available community resources to enhance rehabilitation outcomes and strengthen community ownership of disability inclusion initiatives.
5. Promote Awareness and Advocacy
   Raise awareness and provide guidance to community members on disability, inclusion, and rehabilitation-related topics to build a more inclusive and supportive environment.
6. Disability Prevention and Knowledge Sharing
   Promote knowledge about disability prevention across different age groups and stages of life, ensuring communities are informed about early detection and preventive measures.
7. Support Inclusive Education
   Identify school-aged children with disabilities and facilitate their inclusion into formal and non-formal educational settings, such as schools and madrassas.
8. Contribute to Reporting and Documentation
   Support the CBR Field Supervisor by preparing disability-related reports, life stories, or awareness content to document progress and challenges.
9. Referral to Specialized Services
   Refer Persons with Disabilities in need of specialized rehabilitation services to appropriate centers inside or outside HDDO’s operational area.
10. Support Home-Based Rehabilitation
    Follow rehabilitation plans and therapy instructions provided by physiotherapists and ensure proper implementation during home-based therapy sessions.
11. Perform Additional Assigned Tasks
    Carry out any additional responsibilities assigned by the Provincial Project Manager or CBR Field Supervisor to ensure effective implementation of the CBR program.

Training Tasks

• Provide training to family trainers and community volunteers on topics and materials used for home-based rehabilitation of Persons with Disabilities.
• Assist and support the Physiotherapist (PT) and CBR Field Supervisor in conducting training sessions for community members, teachers, health staff, and other stakeholders on disability rights and related topics.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills.
• Have a basic understanding of different types of disabilities and associated functional limitations.
• Ability to provide home-based support and follow-up.
• Ability to identify and refer complex cases to the Field Supervisor, Physiotherapist, or Physical Rehabilitation Center.
• Ability to build trust with families and Persons with Disabilities.
• Demonstrate good listening and counseling skills.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Work with integrity and confidentiality while respecting the dignity of each individual.

Job Requirements

Qualification:

Must have graduated from a relevant university or institute in the social work, Diploma in Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR), Minimum of 12th grade graduate with the one year, CBR or disability inclusion certificate.

Experiences  

• Minimum three years’ work in community development program, preferably work with disability or disability support organization.
• Fluency in Pashto and Dari written and spoken
• Ability to travel and live at HDDO project sites within Afghanistan
• Being Afghan citizen
• Experience with NGOs

Key competencies & skills

• To have good interpersonal skills. 
• To have good verbal and written communication skill
• To be able to use essential computer Programme for the project purpose
• To be able to work alone or as part of a team. 
• To be able to demonstrate an understanding of the needs of person with disabilities.
• Working with integrity and confidentiality whilst valuing the individual.
• Community Engagement Skills
• Leadership skills and ability to work independently and in a team.

Submission Guideline:

Qualified Afghan applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes ASAP with a detailed application/ cover letter in one document, including a Vacancy #, contact number, Email address.

Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be given Consideration. Only those candidates will be called for interview who meets the qualification and requirement for the mentioned position.

Qualified applicant can send their CV and interest letter to: hr@hddo.ngo

Submission Email:

hr@hddo.ngo