Overview

Democracy International (DI) is seeking to hire a Technical Consultant (“Consultant”) on Drafting of Assistive Devices Decree.
The Consultant will provide expertise in inclusion, social protection, health, and related areas to support the development of the decree, aimed at implementing legal and regulatory framework changes and improving services for persons with disabilities.
The Consultant will facilitate collaboration between governmental and non-governmental actors to ensure the decree effectively addresses the needs of persons with disabilities.
The Consultant will assist the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs (MLSA) in drafting a decree on assistive devices that aligns with best practices and relevant laws on persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct thorough research on national disability-related laws, regulations, and international policies to ensure the decree aligns with the legal framework;
  • Consult with key stakeholders, including government officials, representatives from disabled persons' organizations (DPOs) and community advocacy groups, to gather diverse input on the decree;
  • Draft the decree establishing a clear link between functionality assessment methodologies and the list of assistive devices produced under PIE support;
  • Collaborate with the Legal, Issues of persons with disabilities, and other relevant MLSA divisions to ensure the decree complies with legal requirements, policies, and standards.
Required Qualifications:
  • In depth knowledge of national social protection and inclusion policies and the legal framework related to disability rights and assistive devices;
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in disability inclusion and empowerment, social protection, or relevant fields;
  • Demonstrated experience in drafting and developing official documentations related to disability rights, social protection or inclusion policies.
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