About the Job
- Background
The Ethiopian Center for Disability and Development (ECDD) is a non-governmental, non-partisan, and non-profit organization. ECDD committed to promoting the rights and opportunities of persons with disabilities through policy advocacy and the mainstreaming of disability inclusion in service delivery, development programs, and humanitarian actions, in partnership with other organizations. Established in 2005, ECDD is dedicated to fostering an inclusive Ethiopia where persons with disabilities in all their diversities exercise their human rights and have access to mainstream services and opportunities on an equal basis with others.
ECDD is implementing a project entitled “Forced Begging Among Persons with Disabilities in Ethiopia (2023–2027)”, funded by the U.S. Department of State (DoS). The project undertakes intervention development research to generate evidence, design interventions, and implement strategies to combat forced begging and trafficking among persons with disabilities. Having successfully completed the initial research phase, the project is now piloting interventions in Addis Ababa, particularly in the Atobis Tera and Shiro Meda areas.
- Purpose of the Position
The Case Manager will be responsible for managing cases of survivors of forced begging, ensuring proper documentation, service provision follow-up, and coordination with service providers. The role involves intensive data collection, monitoring, and supervision using standardized project tools and forms.
3. Key Responsibilities
A. Case Identification and Documentation
- Conduct case identification, assessment, and care planning using standard forms.
- Document major findings including family/caregiver situation, disability and health conditions, and psychosocial/legal issues of survivors of forced begging.
B. Service Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting
- Identify and plan appropriate support services in collaboration with the Project Coordinator and partners.
- Coordinate referrals and follow-ups with service providers using referral forms.
- Record and track services provided to beneficiaries.
- Collect, compile, and report data using standardized data collection tools and reporting formats.
- Monitor service delivery including shelter, health, psychosocial, legal, education, and livelihood support.
C. Technical Oversight and Collaboration
- Conduct regular supervision visits to shelters and partner organizations.
- Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting.
- Support reintegration and follow-up of beneficiaries.
- Work closely with project staff, shelters, and partners to ensure quality service delivery.
D. Safeguarding, Protection, and Inclusion
- Ensure that all case management activities comply with ECDD safeguarding policies, including Children and Adults at Risk Safeguarding Policy, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), and Gender Equality standards.
- Refer protection concerns and psychosocial needs to appropriate services and support networks.
- Promote disability inclusion, gender sensitivity, and accountability in all interventions.
About You
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, Sociology, Special Needs Education, Psychology, or related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in case management, data collection and reporting, protection, or social services programs.
- Experience working with children/persons with disabilities and vulnerable groups is highly desirable.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong understanding of case management principles.
- Ability to use structured data collection tools and reporting formats.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
- Fluency in Amharic is required.
- Knowledge of other local languages is an asset.
Requirement Skill
• Proven experience in working with CSOs, networks, or local initiatives and communities
How To Apply
Interested and Qualified candidates are expected to fill out the ECDD Job Application Form by clicking on the link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2imG2YFtDQ-hJick73c1vrV2kDy3DGXWFx3246QFfMXvqwg/viewform?usp=header
ECDD is an equal opportunity employer, with a strong commitment to the inclusion of persons with disabilities and women. Qualified individuals with disabilities, especially women, are encouraged to apply. ECDD gives priority to qualified individuals with disabilities. ECDD will meet all required disability adjustment costs to enable individuals with disabilities to meet job requirements.
For further information ECDD Office – Beklobet, in front of Global Hotel, Kirkos Sub-city Woreda 04; House № 213; Third Floor, Office № 001, Addis Ababa Ethiopia
Disclaimer:
ECDD is a disability-based organization committed to safeguarding all Children and Adults at Risk. ECDD has Zero Tolerance for incidents of Sexual Abuse and Exploitation against children and adults at risk, including sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment, committed by employees, volunteers, consultants, or contractors working with us where development and humanitarian programs are implemented. ECDD also has Zero Tolerance for Corruption. Thus, ECDD expects everyone who works for it to respect its Children and Adults at Risk Safeguarding Policy, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Policy, and other legal frameworks. Violations of these stated policies and relevant laws will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of the employment contract.
More Information
- Experience Level Junior
- Total Years Experience 0-5
- Qualification BA/BSc
