Development assistant Jobs in Chestermere, AB

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Start Date: December 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

Cuso International is supporting ANDI, a leading industry association, as it positions itself to respond to evolving market demands and strengthen its role as a catalyst for economic growth and private sector development. ANDI is undertaking a strategic transformation to better serve its members, foster new partnerships, and demonstrate measurable economic impact through employment creation, competitiveness, supplier development, and market access.

We are seeking a skilled volunteer to support ANDI in updating its institutional strategic plan and strengthening its financial performance framework. The volunteer will help align the organization's long-term vision with newly established priorities while developing a baseline assessment of financial performance indicators among member organizations.

This assignment offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainable economic development by strengthening an organization that plays a critical role in supporting businesses and industry growth.

As a volunteer, you will:

• Strategic Planning Support
• Review and assess the current Institutional Strategic Plan and related organizational documentation.
• Analyze existing organizational data, priorities, and stakeholder inputs to inform strategic planning.
• Design and facilitate a methodology for updating ANDI's Strategic Plan.
• Support consultations, workshops, and stakeholder engagement activities with ANDI members.
• Facilitate the validation process and incorporate feedback into the revised strategy.
• Develop and present a comprehensive five-year Institutional Strategic Plan aligned with member priorities and organizational objectives.
• Financial Assessment Support
• Conduct an initial diagnostic assessment of financial management practices and performance indicators among ANDI members.
• Establish a baseline framework for measuring financial compliance and organizational performance.
• Provide recommendations to strengthen financial planning, monitoring, and reporting processes.
• Identify best practices and opportunities to improve financial sustainability and accountability.

Essential Qualifications:

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Strategic Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience in strategic planning, organizational development, or institutional strengthening.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience conducting organizational assessments and developing recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Essential Background:

• Experience supporting organizational transformation, strategic planning, or capacity-building initiatives.
• Experience working with industry associations, private sector organizations, economic development programs, or business support organizations.
• Knowledge of financial analysis, performance measurement, and organizational governance.
• Master's degree (MBA, Master of Finance, Economics, Public Administration, or related field) is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong facilitation, consultation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to think strategically and translate analysis into actionable recommendations.

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: Instituto Nacional de Formación Profesional

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:

• Monthly living allowance
• Accommodation
• Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)
• Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs
• Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training (along with access to self-directed materials and online resources)
• Ongoing local support
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement

Selection and Screening

If you are shortlisted, you will need to:

• Confirm passport or permanent resident details for travel
• Provide two professional references and one personal reference
• Complete a language assessment during the initial phone interview
• Pass a police check and medical clearance before departure
• Comply with anti-terrorism checks
• Agree to uphold the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policy and Code of Conduct

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!