| Job Description - National Disability Rights Consultant (2604007)
| National Disability Rights Consultant-(2604007)Contractual Arrangement:External consultantContract Duration (Years, Months, Days):11 months## Job Posting:Sep 15, 2026, 5:45:14 AM## Closing Date:Sep 28, 2026, 5:59:00 PM## Primary Location:Ukraine-Kyiv## Organization:EU_UKR WHO Country Office, Ukraine## Schedule:Part-timeIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device's system settings.### Purpose of consultancyUnder the supervision of the Unit Lead, Rehabilitation and Disability, the consultant will provide technical support and coordination expertise to the WCO related to the President’s Office of Ukraine regarding the implementation of the National Strategy for Creating a Barrier-Free Environment in Ukraine. This includes working alongside national stakeholders in the assessment and development of policies and plans that advance implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and contribute to health equity for persons with disabilities.### BackgroundPer the Ministry of Social Policy, as of 1 January 2026, there were 3 337 468 persons with disabilities in Ukraine, including 1 430 411 women and girls. The war in Ukraine continues to have a disproportionate impact on persons with disabilities in the country. Ukraine has one of the highest rates of institutionalization of children and adults with disabilities in Europe. The majority of persons with disabilities face barriers to independent living and taking part in society on an equal basis with others.The WHO Ukraine-project funded by EU aims to address barriers to Health Equity which include coordination continuity care and support services in areas beyond health; recognizing that these areas of life impact the health of an people and their families over the life course. Advancing the legal environment to promote a barrier free, and inclusive environment for all people in Ukraine, is a fundamental step toward improving health equity for persons with disabilities in Ukraine.### Deliverables01. Support consultations and technical discussions with relevant ministries, other state bodies, the President’s Office and coordination structures, OPDs, professional communities, civil society organizations and development partners contributing to preparation of the 2027-2028 Action Plan. Provide technical inputs to proposed measures, indicators and responsibilities to strengthen alignment with the UN CRPD and a rights-based approach to disability inclusion.02. Written technical recommendations and proposed inputs to measures and indicators of the draft Action Plan for 2027-2028, reflecting consultations with relevant stakeholders, submitted to the Unit Lead. Expected by 15 December 2026 03. Provide technical review of the consolidated draft Action Plan for 2027-2028 and support intersectoral coordination on disability-related measures. Assess whether proposed actions adequately address barriers affecting persons with disabilities across health and non-health sectors and identify opportunities to strengthen implementation, coordination, monitoring and accountability. Consolidated technical review of the draft Action Plan for 2027–2028, including final recommendations on disability inclusion, health equity, implementation arrangements and monitoring, submitted to the Unit Lead. Expected by 15 January 2027 04. Support the Unit Lead to conduct consultations with representatives of relevant state bodies, Ukrainian experts, professional communities, OPDs, civil society organizations and other stakeholders to assess implementation and further development of the flagship project “Development of the Early Intervention System”. 20 January 2027 05. Thematic questionnaire developed and circulated to the responsible authority and other relevant stakeholders to collect structured information on implementation progress, barriers, needs, available data and priorities for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 31 January 2027 06. Technical Report outlining consultation and desk-review findings, including an assessment of key implementation issues and gaps, relevant disability-rights and health-equity considerations, and practical recommendations and priority measures for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 28 February 2027 07. Support the Unit Lead to conduct consultations with representatives of relevant state bodies, Ukrainian experts, professional communities, OPDs, civil society organizations and other stakeholders to assess implementation and further development of the flagship project “Active Longevity”. 08. Thematic questionnaire developed and circulated to the responsible authority and other relevant stakeholders to collect structured information on implementation progress, barriers, needs, available data and priorities for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 15 March 2027 09. Technical Report outlining consultation and desk-review findings, including an assessment of key implementation issues and gaps, relevant disability-rights and health-equity considerations, and practical recommendations and priority measures for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 15 April 2027 10. Support the Unit Lead to conduct consultations with representatives of relevant state bodies, Ukrainian experts, professional communities, OPDs, civil society organizations and other stakeholders to assess implementation and further development of the flagship project “Pathway of a Child with a Disability – from birth to transition to adulthood”. 11. Thematic questionnaire developed and circulated to the responsible authority and other relevant stakeholders to collect structured information on implementation progress, barriers, needs, available data and priorities for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 30 April 2027 12. Technical Report outlining consultation and desk-review findings, including an assessment of key implementation issues and gaps, relevant disability-rights and health-equity considerations, and practical recommendations and priority measures for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 31 May 2027 13. Support the Unit Lead to conduct consultations with representatives of relevant state bodies, Ukrainian experts, professional communities, OPDs, civil society organizations and other stakeholders to assess implementation and further development of the flagship project “Improvement of the system for provision of assistive products for rehabilitation”. 14. Thematic questionnaire developed and circulated to the responsible authority and other relevant stakeholders to collect structured information on implementation progress, barriers, needs, available data and priorities for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 15 June 2027 15. Technical Report outlining consultation and desk-review findings, including an assessment of key implementation issues and gaps, relevant disability-rights and health-equity considerations, and practical recommendations and priority measures for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 15 July 2027 16. Support the Unit Lead to conduct consultations with representatives of relevant state bodies, Ukrainian experts, professional communities, OPDs, civil society organizations and other stakeholders to assess implementation and further development of the flagship project “Development of the Rehabilitation Care System for Adults at Community Level”. 17. Thematic questionnaire developed and circulated to the responsible authority and other relevant stakeholders to collect structured information on implementation progress, barriers, needs, available data and priorities for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 31 July 2027 18. Technical Report outlining consultation and desk-review findings, including an assessment of key implementation issues and gaps, relevant disability-rights and health-equity considerations, and practical recommendations and priority measures for further development of the flagship project. Expected by 31 August 2027 19. Develop a concise Policy Brief synthesizing cross-sector findings from the assessments of the flagship projects conducted under this ToR. The brief should identify common and recurring barriers to Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities across the policy and service areas reviewed, including issues related to accessibility and availability of services, continuity of support, intersectoral coordination, institutional capacity and implementation 20. Submit Technical Report and follow-up Recommendations for WHO CO in Ukraine to the Unit Lead. Expected by 30 September ### Qualifications, experience, skills and languages### Educational QualificationsEssential: First University degree in social sciences, law, political science, humanities, development studies, disability studies or related fieldDesirable: Master or higher-level degree in social sciences, law, political science, humanities, development studies, disability studies or related field### ExperienceEssential: 2 years of professional experience on promoting a rights-based approach to disability inclusion and providing technical support on mainstreaming disability into policies and services for persons with disabilities in all their diversity;Desirable: Extensive experience in Ukraine of working with governments, Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) in the Government of Ukraine, non-governmental organizations, professional associations and developmental partners.### Skills/KnowledgeEssential:- Ability to synthesize knowledge and effectively express ideas in writing.- The ability to coordinate with external partners and provide effective support.- Excellent analytical and writing skills.- Ability to work in multicultural and multidisciplinary settings and excellent inter-personal skills.- Effective use of Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint) and communication tools, including Zoom and SignalDesirable: Excellent organization and project management skills.### Languages and level requiredEssential: Fluent in Ukrainian. Working knowledge of English### Other- Candidate with a lived experience of disability is highly desirable- Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable candidate to carry out role. Flexible work arrangements can be discussed with selected candidate.### LocationOn-site: WCO Kyiv### TravelThe consultant is not expected to travel### RemunerationContract total value: USD 31,680.00Monthly rate, daily rate and numbers of the days: The level of remuneration of USD 180 per day, 16 working day per month. Consultant pay band range: NO-BTerms of payment: the payment will be on a monthly basis after provision of Technical Report and approval from Unit Lead Disability and Rehabilitation.### Expected duration of contractTarget Start Date: November 1st 2026Target end date: September 30th 2027Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 11 month### Additional Information:- This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level.- Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.- A written test may be used as a form of screening.- If your candidature is retained for interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.- For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.- The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits workforce regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int- An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter (https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice.- WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates.- WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.- Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority. - WHO shall have no responsibility for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by WHO.- Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int.- In case the recruitment website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click the link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates |
At Impactpool we do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.