Community Based Rehabilitation Officer (CBR Officer) , Kigoma , Tanzania

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) coordinates the provision of services across a broad spectrum of sectors in Kigoma Region, Tanzania. This position is responsible for supporting rehabilitation activities at the CBR outreach centers in coordination with the CBR /PSN Supervisor in coordination with the CBR/PSN Manager  in Nyarugusu refugee  camp New Population  in Kasulu District . This position reports to the CBR/PSN Manager and works closely with the CBR/PSN Supervisor,  CBR Officers , PSN  Officer , PSSO. This position monitors administratively the work of the   CBR/PSN rehabilitation assistants and community outreach workers in the new population Nyarugusu camp. Ensures quality implementation of the rehabilitation services through outreach programs and assessment of clients with functional disorders and reports the needs to the CBR/PSN Manager   or Supervisor for implementation
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) seeks to recruit qualified, energetic and committed candidate for the post of Community Based rehabilitation Officer.

Position:                       Community Based Rehabilitation Officer (02 post)
Reporting to:              Community Based Rehabilitation Manager
Location:                      Nyarugusu, Kasulu

Program Responsibilities:

• Ensure quality implementation of CBR activities in Nyarugusu refugee camp, adherence to donor agreement and regulations, as well as IRC Tanzania’s country program strategic plans in coordination with the CBR/PSN Manager and CBR supervisor.
• Ensures proper identification of functional needs of PWDs in coordination with the CBR/PSN Manager   and support rehabilitation services carried out in the CBR outreach centers, home based rehabilitation and at the CBR outreach center in collaboration with the CBR Supervisor.
• Ensures CBR outreach centers and services are strengthened and provides the basic outreach support to PWDs as required according to the guidelines.
• Ensuring identified needs of PWDs at the field level are met with quality care and support and meets standards practices in line with the medical rehabilitation protocols , international classification tools of disabilities and functional disorders.
• Conduct weekly /daily outreach visit, home visits and   support to persons with disabilities and persons with specific needs to facilitate the reach for their needs at filed level.
• Take the roles of monitoring   the work of other CBR/PSN incentive community outreach workers administratively in coordination with the CBR/PSN Supervisor /Manager and track the implementation of   weekly plans to meet the needs of PWDs/PSNs as planned for community outreach workers .
• Mobilize PWDs and PSN, and assist with them to form their self help groups in collaboration with community based structures.
• Organize ways to create outreach work, awareness on the needs of rehabilitation support and protection of persons with disabilities and other forms of vulnerability in the community and advocate for the accessible environment for PWDs.
• Participate in capacitating CBR/PSN staff   incentive staff including (community outreach workers and incentive rehabilitation assistants) on the management of different types of disabilities for functional restoration for persons with disabilities and observable impairment in coordination with the CBR/PSN manager and CBR Supervisor.
• Ensure efficient case management- and referral system is in place for PWDs, including tracking of referrals to ensure that services are provided and needs are met accordingly in collaboration with other professionals in the field of disability.
• Maintain communication with the management on the areas of sector achievements and   relevant concerns on how to improve where necessary.
• Prepare  activities plans  , weekly , monthly and donor reports  and timely submit to the Supervisor  for review  as required  by the sector head in line with the sector objectives and collaborate with the CBR data officer  and CBR supervisor  during data  tracking.

Requirements:
• Diploma Physiotherapy with at least 1 year relevant experience.
• Experience working in the area of disabilities and care of PWDs and other vulnerable persons required.
• Experience working in CBR outreach services in the refugee camp desirable.
• Must be a Tanzanian.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative required.
• Good IT skills: knowledge of MS Word; Excel and Outlook required and ability to track and manage data required.
• Swahili and good English written and oral skills required. French a plus.
How to apply:
Applications for the position must include:
i. A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements.
ii. Detailed curriculum vitae showing contact address, email, and day-time mobile phone number(s) and three (3) referees, ONE being your last employer.
iii. ONLY copies of academic and professional certificates.

Applications will be considered valid if sent/received before 1700hrs Saturday, March 5th, 2016. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Send your application to Jeol.Bitwale@rescue.org

IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.  IRC is an equal opportunity employer.