PWD Inclusion Consultant at Del-York Group

Job Summary

• The YAPPI PWD Inclusion Consultant will lead all disability-inclusion efforts across the YAPPI program, ensuring that Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) have equitable access to enrollment, training, transition pathways, employment opportunities, and program benefits.
• This role is central to YAPPI’s commitment to inclusive development and requires a driven professional skilled in outreach, enrollment, community engagement, accessibility coordination, and partnership building.
• The consultant will work closely with internal teams, disability-focused stakeholders, employers, and participants to ensure successful implementation of YAPPI’s disability inclusion strategy.

Key Responsibilities
Enrollment & Outreach:

• Lead outreach and mobilization to enroll at least 500 qualified PWD students per cohort, ensuring a minimum of 10% of total YAPPI enrollment are PWDs.
• Conduct sensitization sessions and community awareness across disability groups, NGOs, associations, and state disability commissions.
• Manage end-to-end onboarding of PWD participants using accessible registration channels.
• Ensure diverse representation (visual, hearing, mobility, cognitive, etc.).

Program Completion Support:

• Ensure 85%+ completion rate for enrolled PWD participants across online and onsite phases.
• Provide continuous follow-up through calls, SMS, WhatsApp groups, and one-on-one mentorship.
• Document completion progress using trackers and dashboards.
• Work with learning teams to ensure all modules remain accessible.

Transition Management:

• Ensure smooth transition of eligible PWDs from online to onsite or specialized streams.
• Maintain 80% transition visibility using trackers and monitoring tools.
• For PWDs unable to attend onsite, ensure they access advanced online or post-production opportunities.
• Document placements, participation, and special accommodations provided.

Employment & Placement Support:

• Facilitate access to job placements, internships, apprenticeships, or entrepreneurship pathways for at least 50% of graduating PWDs.
• Build employer pipelines willing to hire PWD talents in animation, editing, VFX, admin, media, etc.
• Support participants in preparing portfolios, interviews, job readiness, and freelancing profiles.

Partnership Development:

• Establish 6+ active partnerships per cohort with disability-focused organizations (JONAPWD, LASODA, NGOs, associations, etc.).
• Strengthen partner relationships through meetings, MoUs, and collaborative outreach.
• Engage government (Ministries, Departments, and Agencies), private sector studios, tech hubs, and community groups.

Accessibility & Inclusion Assurance:

• Ensure all YAPPI online platforms, onsite facilities, and training materials are fully accessible.
• Coordinate sign-language interpreters, descriptive audio, captioning, mobility support, and assistive technology.
• Conduct periodic accessibility audits before each cohort.

Capacity Building for Staff & Faculty:

• Conduct 1–2 disability inclusion training sessions per quarter for staff and faculty.
• Organize at least 2 inclusion awareness activities to strengthen internal culture.
• Advise teams on inclusive teaching methods and participant support.

Student Experience & Impact Stories:

• Ensure 80%+ satisfaction rate through surveys and feedback mechanisms.
• Publish at least 3 impact stories monthly to highlight participant journeys.
• Address participant concerns promptly to maintain program reputation.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Submit 100% timely reports including weekly snippets, monthly progress updates, and quarterly reviews.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with local disability legislation and global safeguarding standards.
• Keep accurate, accessible documentation on all PWD-related activities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Education, Development Studies, Human Rights, or related fields. (Master’s is an added advantage.)
• 5-7 years experience working with PWD-focused programs.
• Strong understanding of disability inclusion frameworks and accessibility standards.
• Demonstrated experience in community engagement, outreach, and partnership development.
• Experience working in youth-focused or donor-funded programs (Mastercard Foundation experience is an advantage).
• Knowledge of the creative industry, animation, or digital skills ecosystem is preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust with PWD communities and stakeholders.
• Excellent coordination and project management abilities.
• Understanding of assistive technologies and accessible learning tools.
• High emotional intelligence, empathy, and patience.
• Strong report writing and data tracking abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict timelines.

Expected Personal Attributes:

• Passionate about youth development and disability inclusion.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and highly organized.
• Inclusive mindset, culturally sensitive, and ethical.
• Team player with leadership capacity.