Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a highly qualified Braille System User/Translator.DRC selects the best qualified candidate for any role, based on pre-defined criteria, such as competencies, qualifications and values. We strive for diversity and inclusion in all our recruitments, by selecting the best suited candidate based on the requirements for the job without discriminating against age, gender, ethnicity, religion, marital status, those with a disability or similar

Scope of Work:

The Braille System User/Translator will support the HMA EORE Training of Trainers (ToT) by providing specialized assistance to ensure that materials and presentations are accessible to individuals with impaired vision. This role is crucial for creating an inclusive training environment and will involve working closely with the training team to adapt content and facilitate effective communication.

Tasks and responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited, to the following:

Braille Material Preparation:

• Print the training agenda and other essential handouts in Braille to ensure accessibility for participants with impaired vision.
• Convert and adapt training materials, including presentations and informational documents, into Braille as required.

Feedback and Adaptation:

• Provide feedback on how to develop and enhance our awareness materials to better accommodate individuals with impaired vision.
• Suggest improvements for making the training content more accessible and inclusive.

PwD EORE Material:

• Create and manage contact phone cards in Braille for distribution during the ToT, ensuring that all relevant contact information is accessible.

Presentation Support:

• Assist in the development and adaptation of presentations to include Braille-compatible elements.
• Work with the training team to ensure that all visual materials are made accessible through Braille and other appropriate formats.

Additional Support:

• Provide guidance and support to training team on best practices for accommodating individuals with impaired vision.
• Address any accessibility issues that arise during the ToT and propose solutions to ensure an inclusive training experience.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Collaborate with the training team and other stakeholders to ensure that all accessibility needs are met.
• Participate in meetings and discussions related to the ToT preparation and execution, offering insights from an accessibility perspective.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to

• Proficient in Braille and Braille transcription.
• Experience working with individuals with impaired vision.
• Strong understanding of accessibility requirements and best practices.
• Ability to adapt materials and presentations to meet the needs of impaired vision participants.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience with INGOs.

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.

Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.

Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.

Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.

Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer :

• Duration of the contract: 1 months.
• Type of Contract : Temporary Contract.
• Designation of Duty Station: Triploi, Libya.
• Start date: September 1st.

Application process

All applicants must upload an updated CV, ID and / or passport, 3 references check contacts (if possible). The referees of all shortlisted candidates will be contacted; this act should not be considered a recruitment promise.

Due date of applications : August 25th,2024.