Inclusive Education Specialist
Terms of reference of recruiting Inclusive Education Specialist at Chance for Childhood in Rwanda.
Deadline: June 20th, 2025
Job Description
Realizing Inclusive and Safe Education Project (RISE)
Job title: Inclusive Education Specialist
Reporting to: Project Manager
Job type: Fixed term, Full time of 5 days a week (35 hours)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Kigali
with frequent travel to 3 Districts (Gicumbi, Gakenke and Burera)
Positions: 1
ABOUT US
At
Chance for Childhood (CFC), we believe that no child should have to fight for a
safe & happy childhood. We exist to ensure that every child can thrive from
their early years through to adulthood. Together with partners, supporters,
children and their communities, we protect, educate and create lasting change
for every child threatened by violence, neglect and conflict.
We
specialise in ensuring access to inclusive education and safe spaces so that
children in Africa can play, grow, learn and thrive. We have staff and offices
in the UK, Rwanda, Ghana and Uganda as well as community partners across East
and West Africa.
In
Rwanda, we are seeking for an outstanding Inclusive Education Specialist to as
a deliver technical support to NESA and offer guidance to support the
implementation of our Rwanda Interventions in the areas of inclusive education
and safer spaces.
PURPOSE
The
Inclusive Education Specialist will work hand in hand with the National
Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA). He/She will support NESA in
transforming its inspection and assessment systems to be fully inclusive.
Additionally, the Specialist will work with the Rwanda Education Board (REB) to
develop and implement strategies aimed at integrating inclusive education
practices into the daily routines of schools nationwide.
In
summary, the Inclusive Education Specialist will be responsible for designing
and/or reviewing inclusive education training materials, building the capacity
of education personnel, ensuring alignment with national and international
policies on inclusive education, fostering collaboration among key education
stakeholders, supporting and advising special needs education coordinators,
conducting needs and impact assessments, and promoting sustainable and scalable
inclusive education practices across the education system.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
- Overall,
Purpose of the Role
The
Inclusive Education Specialist will work closely with the National
Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA) and Rwanda Basic
Education Board to ensure that all its activities, policies, and outputs are
inclusive and responsive to the needs of learners with disabilities and/or
special educational needs. The Specialist will provide technical support to
promote inclusion across the education system, particularly in the areas of
school inspection, curriculum implementation, teacher development, and national
assessments.
- Key
responsibilities
- Institutional
Collaboration and Technical Support
The
Inclusive Education Specialist will work directly with NESA and REB staff and
departments to embed inclusive education principles across all activities. This
includes collaborating with education policymakers, technical staff, curriculum
developers, assessment experts, and inspectors to ensure all tools, frameworks,
and practices are inclusive by design.
- Inclusive
Policy and Practice Alignment
The
Specialist will ensure that NESA’s work aligns with national and international
inclusive education frameworks such as:
- Rwanda’s
Special Needs and Inclusive Education Policy
- UN
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD)
- Competence-Based
Curriculum (CBC)
He/She will support the revision of policies, guidelines, assessment tools, and inspection frameworks to reflect inclusive best practices.
- Needs
Assessment and Inclusion Audits
In
collaboration with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Officer and
NESA departments, the Specialist will conduct internal assessments and
inclusion audits to identify existing gaps, systemic barriers, and
opportunities for promoting equity and accessibility in school inspection,
teacher professional development, and examinations.
- Capacity
Building and Training
The
Specialist will design and deliver tailored training to NESA staff, inspectors,
and teacher trainers on inclusive education principles, Universal Design for
Learning (UDL), accommodations in assessments, and effective support for
learners with special educational needs.
- Inclusive
Program and Tool Development
In
collaboration with the RISE project team and NESA’s, the Specialist will
contribute to the development of inclusive educational tools, inspection
criteria, assessment accommodations, and teacher support materials. All
resources will aim to reduce learning barriers and support all learners to
thrive up to their full potentials.
- Data
Interpretation and Evidence-Informed Practice
Support
the analysis and interpretation of education quality data with an inclusion
lens identifying trends, gaps, and recommendations. Work closely with MEL teams
to monitor progress on inclusion indicators at institutional and school levels.
- Awareness
Raising and Advocacy
Collaborate
with NESA and REB communications teams and the RISE community mobilizer to
design and implement awareness campaigns that promote inclusive education and
reduce stigma against children with disabilities and other marginalized
learners.
- Strategic
Partnerships and Networking
The
Specialist will liaise with relevant Ministries, development partners, OPDs,
local NGOs, and international agencies to share NESA’s inclusive education
efforts and learn from global best practices. Represent NESA and the RISE
project in technical working groups and policy forums related to inclusive
education.
Other Responsibilities
- Serve
as a technical advisor on inclusive education to NESA leadership when
required.
- Document
lessons learned and contribute to the evidence base on inclusive system
strengthening.
- Carry
out any other duties assigned by the line manager to support inclusive
education advancement within NESA and the broader education sector.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- At
least a bachelor’s degree in special need and/or Inclusive education or
related field with proven experience working in similar positions
- At
least 5- years working experience in similar roles
- Experience
working with NGO or Development Agency within the education sector is most
preferred.
CANDIDIATE PROFILE
- Core
values and competences
- High
level of integrity and honesty.
- Knowledgeable
and competent in applying active training methodologies.
- Proven
ability to provide high-level technical advice and guidance to government
institutions on inclusive education policies and practices.
- Ability
to design and deliver training and expertise in managing dynamic groups.
- Analytical
skills with the ability to assess training impact and make evidence-based
recommendations.
- Empathy
and Emotional Intelligence with the ability to engage diverse audience and
coordinate sensitive discussions.
- Acts
with transparency, honesty, and accountability in all professional
interactions and decisions.
- Communication
and interpersonal skills
- Strong
written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent
in written and spoken English, Knowledge of French is an added value,
- Ability
to prepare different reports, present findings to stakeholders, and
communicate with project staff and partners.
- Experience
in instructional design, inclusive and special needs learning principles.
- Problem-solving
skills
- Organizational
skills with high level of ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work,
and meet deadlines.
- Strong
commitment to personal learning, development and improvement.
Persons
with disabilities and female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
Please
submit your CV and a letter (maximum one A4 page) outlining your suitability
for the role to apply@chanceforchildhood.org.
Not later than June 20th,
2025, at 9:00 am. Please ensure you add the job reference – InSpRW2025 –
to your email subject line.
SAFEGUARDING
Chance
for Childhood is committed to safeguarding everyone.
We
have a zero-tolerance policy towards any abuse, neglect, and exploitation of
all people. Everyone that works with us is required to share and uphold this
commitment through signing and complying with our Global Safeguarding Policy
and Code of Conduct.
Pre-employment
checks are undertaken to ensure high standards are maintained, including a
police check (or equivalent) and references.
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