Application Guide

How to Apply for Skills Development and Capacity Building Services

at Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion

🏢 About Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion

Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion is a global leader in disability-inclusive humanitarian action, operating in over 60 countries. Their commitment to empowering vulnerable populations and fostering local capacity makes them a unique employer for those passionate about sustainable development.

About This Role

This role involves designing and delivering training courses in core operational areas (HR, project management, logistics, finance, security) for humanitarian staff worldwide. You'll directly strengthen the skills of frontline workers, enhancing their ability to respond to crises effectively.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve a morning virtual training session on financial management for a partner NGO in West Africa, followed by an afternoon call with a team in the Middle East to assess their security training needs. You could spend the evening adapting training materials into French or developing a blended learning plan for an upcoming project.

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🎯 Who Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion Is Looking For

  • A seasoned humanitarian professional with at least 5 years of experience in one or more of the training topics (HR, PM, logistics, finance, security) in a field context.
  • Proven expertise in adult learning methodologies, including participatory approaches and experience delivering training in face-to-face, virtual, and blended formats.
  • Fully bilingual in English and French (C1 level or above), with working knowledge of Spanish or Arabic as a strong plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct organizational capacity assessments and develop actionable improvement plans using participatory methods.

📝 Tips for Applying to Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion

1

Tailor your CV to highlight specific training design and delivery experience, including examples of courses you've created and the impact they had on participants' performance.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly mention your fluency in English and French, and provide examples of working in both languages.

3

Showcase your familiarity with participatory approaches by describing a capacity-strengthening project where you involved stakeholders in needs assessment and action planning.

4

Include links to a portfolio or samples of training materials you've developed, especially those used in humanitarian or development contexts.

5

Mention any experience working with people with disabilities or in inclusive programming, as it aligns with HI's core mission.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific expertise in one of the training topics (e.g., logistics) applied to humanitarian settings, with concrete examples of training outcomes.', 'Your ability to work in multiple languages (English and French) and adapt training materials for diverse cultural contexts.', 'Your experience with participatory capacity-strengthening, showing how you empower organizations to identify their own needs and solutions.', 'Your flexibility to deliver training in various formats (remote, in-person, blended) and adjust to different time zones and contexts.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read HI's current strategy documents, especially their approach to capacity strengthening and localization.
  • → Familiarize yourself with HI's work in disability inclusion and how they integrate it into all programming.
  • → Review recent HI training materials or publications on their website to understand their training style and quality standards.
  • → Check HI's job portal for similar roles to understand the typical contract terms and expectations for consultants.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a training you designed for a humanitarian context. How did you assess the learners' needs and measure the training's effectiveness?
2 How do you adapt your training approach when working with organizations that have limited resources or in insecure environments?
3 Give an example of a capacity-strengthening project where you used participatory methods. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
4 How do you stay updated on best practices in HR/project management/logistics/finance/security in the humanitarian sector?
5 Can you describe a time you had to deliver a training in French (or English) to a mixed-language group? How did you ensure understanding?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application that doesn't reference HI's mission or your specific fit for this role.
  • Overlooking the language requirements – if you're not truly fluent in both English and French, don't exaggerate.
  • Focusing only on technical expertise without demonstrating training and facilitation skills, which are equally critical.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: May 26, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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