Program development Jobs in Edmonton, AB

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán Department, Honduras

Start Date: June 2026

Placement Length: 3 months

Language Requirements: Spanish Level 4-Advanced

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

The Volunteer’s Role

Cuso International is seeking a candidate interested in participating in an international volunteer program whose goal is to contribute to the development and empowerment of women, girls, and people living in poverty and vulnerable situations in Latin America. The Country Office is looking for one volunteer with the knowledge required to reach potential companies that align with the demand for specialized services offered by Cuso International within the framework of inclusive employment strategies and new strategic lines of the Canadian government in relation to its private companies in Central America.

This volunteer placement seeks to map private sector companies in Central America that are predominantly Canadian-based, enabling Cuso to offer them the capabilities we have as an organization to work together and develop an approach strategy.

As a volunteer, you will:

• Evaluate the existing level of support from the private sector for volunteerism, identifying obstacles and strategies for enhancing this support through research and consultations with prominent businesses and industry organizations.
• Identify and evaluate potential partners that align with our organizational goals and values, ensuring a strategic fit for collaborative opportunities.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive commercial outreach strategy aimed at engaging these potential partners, fostering meaningful relationships, and ultimately driving business growth through strategic alliances.
• Incorporate opportunities for private-sector involvement in all projects and programs.
• Craft work proposals alongside interested companies.

Essential Qualifications:

• A university degree or comparable experience in relevant fields such as marketing, industry association management, fundraising, communications, business, volunteer management or development, and non-profit management is required.

Essential Background:

• Business experience, or previous experience that demonstrates an ability to understand and respond to the interests of the private sector.
• Experience in program development and managing complex projects under tight timelines.
• Ability to develop compelling arguments, based on self-interest, to enlist participants and supporters.
• Ability to work closely with a small, motivated team in a sometimes complex environment.
• Flexible and adaptable in grasping and responding to cultural differences in a new setting.
• Knowledgeable in office and presentation software.

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)

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!