Head of Disability Inclusion Advisory Unit
Organization: Light for the World
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 29th August 2025
Key Qualification: Master’s degree + 5+ years in NGO disability inclusion roles
About Organisation
Light for the World is a global disability & development organization, breaking down barriers to enrich society and unlock the potential in all of us. Light for the World (LFTW) is an international disability and development organisation whose vision is an inclusive society where no one is left behind. We enable crucial eye health services and help empower people with disabilities in some of the poorest regions of the world.
Job Summary
The Head of Disability Inclusion Advisory Unit (DIAU) will be responsible for supporting and enabling Light for the World to strengthen its position as a leading expert organization on disability inclusion, with the Disability Inclusion Facilitator (DIF) Model as a key feature. You will, among others, play a leading role in supporting the country implement its Mastercard Foundation supported multi-country and multi-year We Can Work Project in Uganda that seeks to enable young women and men with disabilities to access dignified and fulfilling work by 2030. Uganda serves as a Hub to support other focus countries to not only develop this role but support disability Inclusion across the board. The Head of DIAU is part of the Management Team, overseas and guides the work of the unit.
The Head of DIAU will report to and work under the guidance of the Country Director directly manage the Disability Inclusion Advisors (DIAs) and work in close coordination with the other teams.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Head DIAU will focus on managing partnerships on disability inclusion in Uganda that will look at enhancing disability inclusive practices amongst NGOs, Government actors and private sector actors while ensuring compliance with Light for the World’s policies, donor requirements and national laws. S/he will also directly oversee projects focusing on disability inclusion under her/his jurisdiction.
- Leading the strategic development and maintenance of Disability Inclusion partnerships, ensuring alignment with the LFTW‘s Disability Inclusion framework
- Oversee integrating evidence-based practices and innovative approaches in program design and implementation.
- Quality control of the Disability Inclusion Facilitator (DIF) model, represent LFTW in meetings to share information about the DIF model and ensure other countries implement the model with quality and rigor.
- Managing and providing technical supervision to the DIA and DIF teams ensuring cross-project support and learning while maintaining regular checks so that they develop in line with their potential.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Programmes, finance and operations Finance as well as learning and Impact to ensure cohesive management of the Disability Inclusion portfolio.
- Co-ordinating inclusion support amongst project teams by responding to technical requests
- Sharing insights on emerging trends and issues in Disability Inclusion, contributing to the LFTW‘s thought leadership in the sector.
- Building networks, collaborations, and partnerships with organizations led by youth with disabilities, Organizations of Persons with Disabilities, and other stakeholders to advance interventions aligned with the Disability Inclusion strategy.
- Supporting knowledge and information management by gathering and disseminating relevant information regarding disability mainstreaming and documenting lessons learned, case studies and stories of change.
- Ensuring close linkages with disability structures in Uganda as well as beyond.
- Line management of the DIAU team and provision of supportive supervision to the DIAs in their support to the DIFs
- Supporting resource mobilisation through identifying disability inclusion advisory service opportunities and together with leadership develop narrative and financial proposals, ensure quality and timely deliverables.
- Participate in relevant external Disability Inclusion working groups, to build the LFTW’s thought and initiative like WCW on disability inclusion requirements.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Master’s degree in Development Studies, Sociology, Disability Studies, Social Sciences, Programme Management, International Development or related field.
- Minimum of five years’ project management experience in a similar INGO or recognized NGO role which explicitly involved donor-funded projects.
- Excellent people skills with experience in collaborating in a diverse and dynamic team.
- Knowledge and at least 5 years’ experience of disability inclusion and/or working with organizations of persons with disabilities
- Impeccable management, presentation and communication skills
- Experience in partnership management, including government liaisons.
- Proven effectiveness in leading and coaching professionals.
- Professional intensive experience and hands-on knowledge on broader capacity building, with excellent facilitation skills.
- Innovative and strategic thinker always ready to adapt and learn.
- Technology savvy with proficiency in the use of MS Office software packages.
- High levels of integrity, accountability, and honesty.
- Commitment to Light for the World’s mandate and values.
How to Apply
Follow the links below to submit your profile and application documentation:
Application Links: (Copy the links and open them in a web browser)
- To Submit Detailed Profile: https://lftw.hrmagic.co/careers/job?id=MTAwNQ==
- To summarise experience: https://forms.gle/X621vXDEtZ7ia2qz8
The applications should be addressed to:
The Country Human Resources,
Light for the World International,
Plot 1673 – Block 244 Kasiwukira Road,
Muyenga.
What We Offer
We are offering an outstanding opportunity to bring about change through an international development organization with strong expertise, a growing profile, and a dedicated team.
Deadline: 29th August 2025
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