Terms of Reference (ToR)
1. Background
Women in the New Nigeria (WINN), in collaboration with CBM International, is implementing a multi-year initiative aimed at improving access to inclusive education and vocational training for vulnerable members of host communities in Northeast Nigeria, particularly women and persons with disabilities.
Position Title: Inclusion Specialist (8 Sign language and 8 Braille) 16 Positions
Project Title: Promoting Inclusive Education and Vocational Training in Nigeria (Pro-IEVTiN)
Project Locations: Biu, Shani, Hawul, and Kwaya Kusar LGAs – Borno State
Duration of Assignment: 24 Months (July 2025 – July 2027)
Engagement Type: Full-Time (100% on Project)
Reports to: WINN Project Team
Partners: Women in the New Nigeria & Youth Empowerment Initiative (WINN)
As part of this effort, 16 qualified Inclusion Specialists (8 sign language, 8 Braille) will be engaged as external consultants to work within Learning and Support Centers in Biu, Shani, Hawul, and Kwaya Kusar LGAs. These consultants will be responsible for delivering inclusive education services primarily in sign language and Braille and supporting local school teachers to better integrate children with disabilities into mainstream classrooms.
2. Objectives of the Assignment
The overall objective of the engagement is to support the project’s inclusive education component by:
- Delivering specialized instruction to learners with and without disabilities.
- Supporting schoolteachers in adopting inclusive teaching strategies.
- Facilitating teacher training sessions on inclusive practices.
- Promoting sustainable, community-based inclusive education models.
3. Scope of Work / Responsibilities
The Inclusion Specialist will perform the following tasks:
- Teaching & Learner Support
- Provide direct teaching to children with disabilities using sign language and/or Braille.
- Develop and implement individualized learning plans (ILPs).
- Create safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments.
- Encourage enrollment of children with and without disabilities into target schools.
- Teacher Capacity Building
- Offer mentoring to schoolteachers on inclusive education strategies.
- Lead monthly training sessions on communication, management, and adaptive teaching methods. c. Collaboration & Reporting
- Work with project teams, community leaders, and education stakeholders.
- Support community awareness and document activities and lessons learned.
4. Expected Deliverables
- Individualized learning plans for learners with disabilities.
- Monthly training/orientation sessions for teachers.
- Monthly activity and progress reports.
- Recommendations to improve inclusive learning practices. Documentation of case studies and success stories.
5. Required Qualifications and Experience
- NCE, Diploma, or Degree in Special/Inclusive Education or related field.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching children with disabilities.
- Expertise in sign language and/or Braille.
- Experience in training or mentoring.
- Fluency in English, Hausa and at least one of Babur, Fulfulde, or Kanakuru.
- English language skills are an advantage.
- Must be resident or indigene of Biu, Shani, Hawul, or Kwaya Kusar.
6. Duration and Location
The consultancy will run from the 1st of July 2025 to June 2027 (24 months). Each Inclusion Specialist will be based within their assigned LGA.
7. Reporting and Supervision
The Inclusion Specialist will report directly to the WINN Inclusive Education Officer and coordinate with the Project Coordinator and local education authorities.
8. Code of Conduct
All Inclusion Specialists are expected to uphold WINN’s values and adhere to policies on:
- Safeguarding of children and vulnerable persons
- Non-discrimination and inclusion
- Anti-harassment and gender equity Confidentiality and data protection
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following to [email protected] or Hard copies submitted at WINN Biu Office Along Barrack Road Opposite Alhessan Block Industry. Emir guest house (Two identical white upstairs buildings)
- A detailed CV or biodata
- A cover letter expressing interest and relevant experience
- Indication of LGA of origin or residence
Email Subject Line: Application for Inclusion Specialist (State Your LGA you are applying for) Application Deadline: 10th June, 2025
Equal Opportunity:
WINN is an equal opportunity employer. Women, persons with and without disabilities, and qualified candidates (Male and Femal) from the target LGAs/ communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
