Organizational Growth and Development Advisor

This Volunteer Placement is Located in : Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Start Date : April 2026

Placement Length : 5 months

Language Requirements : English Level 5-Fluent

Eligibility : Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role

The Organizational Growth and Development Advisor is responsible for driving strategic initiatives that bolster the operational sustainability and expansion of Envirocare Tanzania. In this key role, you will focus on identifying and cultivating innovative business models that are in line with the organization’s mission to advocate for environmental justice, human rights, and gender equity. This will require a comprehensive evaluation of the existing operational framework, allowing you to identify opportunities for enhancing financial sustainability and decreasing reliance on donor funding.

Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing a variety of funding streams, which could involve establishing a consulting division concentrating on services related to environmental issues, human rights, and gender consulting. This initiative is essential as it will generate additional revenue sources and elevate Envirocare's status as a recognized authority in these specialized domains. Your expertise will inform the organizational structure of this division, encompassing core services, pricing models, and target markets.

As a volunteer, you will :

• Perform a thorough evaluation of Envirocare’s current operations, financial condition, and available funding sources.
• Create innovative business models that enhance long-term sustainability by integrating environmental, social, and financial elements.
• Identify and propose varied income avenues, including social enterprises and fee-for-service programs.
• Provide a comprehensive assessment report that outlines strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for financial sustainability, along with strategic recommendations.
• Develop business models that are closely aligned with Envirocare’s mission and objectives, resulting in improved operational resilience and diminished dependence on donor funding.
• Formulate an implementation plan for diverse income sources, specifying anticipated revenue generation and timelines for each initiative.

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What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!

About Us

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 : Envirocare

Benefits

Volunteer Support and Requirements

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!