This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Lima, Peru
Start Date: June 2026
Placement Length: 5 months
Language Requirements: Spanish Level 4-Advanced
Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest
Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only
The Volunteer’s Role
The Project Development Advisor will assist the local partner in identifying opportunities and developing proposals in collaboration with local stakeholders and engaging with the Canadian private sector.
The volunteer will be stationed with the strategic partner to enhance their capacity to work with underserved groups, ensuring these groups are treated with dignity, able to reach their potential, and fully participate in society, all in coordination with stakeholders who can help them overcome their challenges. This position emphasizes collaboration with the Canadian private sector, making it essential for the candidate to focus on inclusive development.
This advisor will aid in recognizing opportunities for growth and securing funding for local initiatives that have social and environmental impact. The role will contribute to expanding the project portfolio and, in alignment with Cuso International's strategy, strengthening relationships with other institutional partners while aligning strategic growth opportunities with the organization's mission and thematic priorities.
Your expertise will be crucial in enhancing and building the team's capacity. Additionally, you will serve as a key advisor in service promotion strategies, as well as in communication and coordination with the corporate social responsibility sectors of Canadian companies in Cusco.
Apply today to make a difference!
As a volunteer, you will:
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Essential Background:
What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!
Cuso International (Cuso) is an international cooperation and development organization based in Canada that works to create social and economic opportunities for equity-deserving groups. Building on over sixty years of impactful work, we address global challenges by tackling the root causes of inequality. Working alongside our partners, we are focused on efforts to improve economic resilience, advance equity and inclusion for all, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Guided by our values of courage, inclusion, sustainability and accountability, Cuso combines innovative strategies and enduring partnerships to create lasting, meaningful change in communities across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.
Project: Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)
Partner: Centro Bartolome de las Casas
Benefits
Support Package
Cuso International provides a comprehensive support package to ensure volunteers maintain a modest and healthy lifestyle aligned with local standards. This includes:
Selection and Screening
If you are shortlisted, you will need to:
Residency and Citizenship: Candidates are responsible for confirming how volunteering internationally may affect their citizenship or residency status. Canadian Permanent Residents should verify requirements with Immigration Canada before travel.
Inclusion and Accessibility: Cuso International welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and equity-deserving groups. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout recruitment and placement. If you have accessibility needs, please contact us for support.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply to volunteer today!