NORCAP works to improve aid to better protect and empower people affected by crisis and climate change. We do this by providing expertise and solutions to humanitarian, development and peacebuilding partners, because we believe working together is the best way to reduce needs, risks and vulnerability over time. We seek and promote more effective ways of working at the global level and in the field. NORCAP’s aim is not only to reduce needs, but also to create choice and opportunity for vulnerable people. NORCAP works with and through our partners to improve aid in two complementary ways:

  • We provide targeted expertise to strengthen our partners’ response.
  • We collaborate with partners to develop solutions to un-met gaps and challenges.

Through its partnership with the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, NORCAP is supporting efforts to strengthen inclusive education systems and improve access to quality support services for children with special educational needs.

This role is central to NORCAP’s commitment to strengthening inclusive education and psychosocial support systems for children and families affected by crisis.

You will work with the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is implementing the National Strategy for the Development of Inclusive Education to strengthen the national network of Inclusive Resource Centres. The establishment of a dedicated state institution will provide methodological, analytical and organisational support to the network, helping to improve the quality, consistency and sustainability of psychological and psychosocial services throughout Ukraine.

The Role

The Inclusive Psychosocial Support (PSS) Expert will provide scientific and methodological support to the establishment of a new state institution responsible for supporting the network of Inclusive Resource Centres. The role will focus on strengthening the psychological and psychosocial support components of inclusive education services through evidence-based methodologies, quality standards, practical tools and capacity-strengthening initiatives.

Success in this role will mean that Inclusive Resource Centres have stronger methodological foundations, improved professional support systems and enhanced capacity to provide trauma-informed, inclusive and high-quality services for children, families and education professionals.

The position is based in Kyiv, Ukraine and is offered on a fixed-term contract from August 2026 to July 2027, with the possibility of extension depending on funding availability and performance. The role reports to Kateryna Pavlenko, Inclusive Education Manager at the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, and the NORCAP Education Thematic Manager.


 

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