Various Positions

Deaf Association of Kailali (DAOK)

Deaf Association of Kailali (DAOK) is a non-profit, non-governmental humanitarian organization registered with the District Administration Office, Kailali (Reg. No. 1736/069) and affiliated with the Social Welfare Council, Kathmandu. Established through the leadership and initiative of deaf youth in 2012, DAOK works to promote social justice by strengthening persons with hearing and other disabled people and ensuring their educational, economic and social rights through a rights-based approach focused on empowerment, capacity building and advocacy.

Deaf Association of Kailali (DAOK), in partnership with National Federation of Deaf Nepal (NDFN) and with support from the Atlas Alliance, is now implementing a 4-year (2026-2029) program dubbed “Collective Action for Disability Rights (CADiR)”.  The CADIR Program aims to improve the ability of persons with disabilities and their families in 2 municipalities (Dhangadhi and Godawari) of Kailali district to achieve inclusion in all areas of society through greater participation in decision making processes and greater access to services across different sectors.  The main focus of the Program is health and rehabilitation and human rights advocacy for/with people with deaf blind, psychosocial and persons with multiple disabilities. We are looking for a self-driven, dynamic and result-oriented candidate for our vacant position for the following positions: 

1. Finance Officer

Basic Job Information

Job Category: NGO /Social work

Job Level: Mid-Level

No. of Vacancy/s: [1]

Employment Type: Full Time/Contract Basis

Reporting to: Program Manager 

Tenure: 1 years with possible extension 

Job Location: Dhangadhi 

Offered Salary: Negotiable

Apply Before (Deadline): 13 April, 2026 (5 pm Nepali time)

Job Specification

Education Level: Bachelor degree in Business studies or equivalent. 

Experience Required: More than or equals to 2 years

Other Specification

• Good understanding of financial transaction. 
• Ability to keep record of the transaction. 
• Good understanding of the tax policies and laws. 
• Good communication skills and ability to handle financial obligation.  Excel skills and MS package will be required. 
• Prior experience working in with organization of persons with Disabilities will be an advantage 
• Preference would be given to candidates with ability to communicate in Nepali Sign language and other form of communication like braille, tactile communication etc. 
• Respect to the diversity in particular to the poor marginalized, vulnerable and disability population.

Job Description

• Finance Officer Work in close coordination with the Program Manager on improving overall financial system of organization. 
• Manage E-TDS of staffs, resource persons and related parties. 
• Book and monitor financial transaction on accounting system and reconcile the bank and account in monthly basis. 
• Develop necessary document on procurement and other financial transaction. 
• Work to implement and make necessary amendment in the financial policy of organization. 
• Liaison with board, Program manager and doner parties on preparing budget and financial planning. 
• Provide Logistic management support to the organization. 
• Ensure the reports are on time and are in line with the Partners reporting criteria.
• Support audit processes by preparing required documentation and responding to audit queries.

2. Home - Based Facilitator/ Educators 

Basic Job Information

Job Category: NGO /Social work

Job Level: Mid-Level

No. of Vacancy/s: [3]

Employment Type: Full Time-Contract Basis. 

Reporting to: Program Manager

Tenure: 1 years with possible extension 

Job Location: Kailali district (Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City and Godawari Municipality) with frequent home visits and community-based rehabilitation services. 

Offered Salary: Negotiable

Apply Before (Deadline): 13 April, 2026 (5 pm Nepali time)

Job Specification

Education Level: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education, social work, disability studies, or related field or equivalent. 

Experience Required: More than or equals to 1 year

Other Specification

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education, social work, disability studies, or related field
• Good understanding on disability-related National (disability right act inclusive education policy, Health policies) and international laws and policies (UNCRPD, SDG)
• Familiar with current socio-political context and change process
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Nepali language (English will add value) 
• Good understanding of the safeguarding policy of Country and organization level along with understanding on its implementation in the ground level will be required. 
• Prior experience working as community-based rehabilitation program and project with home- based support to the children with disabilities and working experience with organization of persons with Disabilities will be an advantage
• Preference would be given to candidates with ability to communicate in Nepali Sign language and other forms of communication like braille, tactile communication etc.
• Respect to the diversity in particular to the poor marginalized, vulnerable and disability population

Job Description

• Be able to work hands on with the children and should be able to plan proper Individual Education Plan (IEP) and activities as per the need of the child.
• The candidate should be able to develop rapport with the family members of the children.
• Work closely with the project team on various events, awareness campaigns, conduct trainings and workshops. 
• The candidate should be able to conduct/be part of team conducting functional assessments of special needs of the children (preferably deaf blindness, Visual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual disabilities)
• Be able to produce written reports on child’s progress.
• The candidate should be able to modify classroom/home set-up, and help children participate in educational activities.  

3. Physiotherapist

Basic Job Information

Job Category: NGO /Social work

Job Level: Mid-Level

No. of Vacancy/s: [2]

Employment Type: Full Time-Contract Basis. 

Reporting to: Program Manager/Senior Physiotherapist

Tenure: 1 years with possible extension based on performance

Job Location: Kailali district (Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City and Godawari Municipality) with frequent home visits and community-based rehabilitation services 

Offered Salary: Negotiable

Apply Before (Deadline): 13 April, 2026 (5 pm Nepali time)

Job Specification

Education Level:

• Diploma in Physiotherapy 
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience 

Experience Required: More than or equals to 1 year

Other Specification

1. Service Planning & Delivery

• Provide physiotherapy services in home-based and resource class settings 
• Develop individualized physiotherapy plans aligned with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) 
• Support early intervention and rehabilitation needs of children 

2. Technical Support & Capacity Building

• Train home-based educators, resource teachers, and caregivers on basic physiotherapy techniques 
• Develop simple manuals/guidelines for home-based physiotherapy support 
• Provide ongoing technical guidance and supervision 

3. Coordination & Collaboration

• Work closely with project teams, educators, and senior physiotherapist 
• Coordinate with service providers for treatment and assistive devices 
• Support integration of physiotherapy into education and care plans 

4. Monitoring & Documentation

• Maintain records of physiotherapy sessions and progress 
• Monitor quality of services provided by educators and caregivers 
• Prepare regular reports and update documentation tools 

5. Rehabilitation & Livelihood Support

• Identify opportunities for vocational and rehabilitation support 
• Link families with relevant services and institutions 

Skills and competencies

• Knowledge of disability, rehabilitation, and community-based approaches 
• Strong training and facilitation skills 
• Counseling skills for working with families 
• Basic computer skills (MS Office) 
• Good communication skills in Nepali and English 
• Ability to work in a team and under pressure 

Desirable:

• Two-wheeler driving license

Applying Procedure:

• Interested candidates can email their CV (CV should include at-least 2 references with detail) along with a cover letter describing suitability for the position by 13th April, 2026 to kailalideaf2012@yahoo.com referencing the position title  "Finance Officer" or "Home-Based Facilitator/Educator" or “Physiotherapist” in the subject line.
• DAOK treats the safeguarding of all beneficiaries, staff and volunteers seriously, prioritizing the well-being and safety of everyone who comes into contact with our organization. We will keep the people we support safe from harm by checking that applicants for this job are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults. 
• DAOK promotes the inclusion and encourages person with disabilities and their parents (with deafblindness) and person representing ethnical groups, women, Dalit's, Madhesi and other back warded community to apply. 
• Phone call will be not be entertained and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process. The organization reserves the right to reject any/all applications without assigning any reasons.

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