Job Summary: The position holder will be responsible for assessment and enrolment of vulnerable households, developing case management plans for the households and individual children, developing and distribution of services directory. He/she will follow-up and update the case management files on quarterly basis and participate in capacity building of District Health teams (DHTs), Health facilities, religious and cultural leaders, Civil society organizations (CSOs), pre-primary school leadership, Male champions, Village Health Teams (VHTs) and vulnerable households in Community Based Inclusive Development (CBID)/ Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR). He/she will work with health facilities (Midwives and VHTs) in identification of children born with birth defects for appropriate early interventions including facilitating households/mothers to reach centres of excellence for management and rehabilitation services and creating Demand for rehabilitation services for birth defects and childhood disability.

Job Requirements:

· Diploma in Occupational Therapy. Additional training in a health related field is an added advantage.

· Relevant experience and training in Community Based Inclusive Development (CBID) or Community Based Rehabilitation (CBR)

· Training in Health System Sternthening

· Training in project planning and management is an added advantage

· Registration with the relevant professional body (Allied Health Professional Council)

Job related experience and knowledge:

· At least 2 (Two) years’ experience implementing child disability prevention projects

· Ability to ride a motorbike and in possession of a valid riding permit

· Experience in VSLA methodology and asset building for vulnerable households.

· Ability to solve technical problems independently or in teams.

· Should have a good team spirit, positive attitude and cope well under pressure.

· Must be willing to reside in the implementing District