Public Relations and Communications Advisor

This Volunteer Placement is Located in : Lima, Peru

Start Date : September 2024

Placement Length : 6 months with the possibility of extension

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 in Peru is seeking an individual to support our partner organization, Instituto de Defensa Legal (IDL), in promoting and raising awareness of their Constitutional Litigation Area (ALC) activities and legal cases both nationally and internationally.

As a volunteer, you will work closely with the team to share updates on the various activities they undertake, such as court judgments, legal hearings, reports, articles, briefs, and statements, depending on their significance.

You will collaborate with IDL's communications department to publicize activities through official media outlets and engage with alternative and mainstream media in Peru, as well as foreign press correspondents in the country.

If needed, you may be responsible for drafting press releases, capturing photographs and videos, writing articles, and sharing them through the ALC's social media channels and other platforms.

In addition, you will play a key role in translating press releases, articles, and other communication materials into English for international media dissemination.

These materials will be distributed among activist networks, NGOs, solidarity groups, and IDL allies.

Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to broadcast press conferences, forums, and other events via IDL's Facebook Live or other virtual broadcasting channels.

You will actively participate in all ALC meetings and coordinate with team members based in Lima and other provinces.

This position is based in Lima, the vibrant capital city of Peru. You will join a dedicated, multidisciplinary team focused on monitoring public policies related to crucial issues in the country, such as human rights, justice, security, environment, and indigenous peoples.

As a volunteer, you will :

• Support the work of the constitutional litigation area (ALC) team members.
• Evaluate the relevance and importance of each activity and coordinate with the responsible individuals for their distribution.
• Prepare press releases and articles about these activities for local, regional, national, and international broadcasting.
• Coordinate with the IDL Communications Department to disseminate activities through the institution's official media channels.
• Accompany ALC members during activities that occur in both Lima and the provinces.
• Develop creative and innovative strategies for publishing activities on social networks, including both traditional and modern platforms.
• Take ownership of ALC publications.
• Establish connections with national press and foreign correspondents, including mainstream and alternative media outlets.
• Create communication materials and manage webinars and other public activities, such as press conferences.

Essential Requirements :

• Degree in journalism, communications or marketing with a minimum of 5 years experience.
• Excellent Spanish language skills with fluency in writing and speaking.
• Exceptional proficiency in both written and spoken English.

Essential Background :

• Proven experience in journalism and NGO communications, including published articles, photos, videos, etc.
• Knowledge of indigenous peoples, environmental pollution, and climate change issues.
• Proficiency in basic graphic design software and social media skills.
• Experience in photography and basic video production (filming and editing) for publication in various media outlets, alternative media, and social networks.

It is crucial to submit a portfolio of recent work (within the past 2 years), including press releases, photos, videos, written articles, and social media publications.

Ability to work under pressure and demonstrated skills in task prioritization.

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

About Us, the Project and the Partner

Cuso International

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups.

Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action.

We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Founded in 1961, Cuso International works in Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.

We seek individuals who share our values and are committed to supporting marginalized groups, including those from the LGBTQIA+ communities.

Project - Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)

Cuso International will deliver the Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE) project, with a contribution from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) over seven years (2020-2027).

SHARE aims to improve the economic and / or social well-being of the poorest, most marginalized and vulnerable people, particularly women and girls, in developing countries, to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.

In addition to increasing the engagement of Canadians in international development and key global issues, this project will aim to increase the performance of country partners to deliver more inclusive, innovative and environmentally sustainable development initiatives that advance gender equality, in support of the action areas of Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.

Partner - Instituto de Defensa Legal

Founded in 1983, the Instituto de Defensa Legal (Legal Defense Institute) or IDL is a non-governmental organization in Peru dedicated to safeguarding and promoting human rights.

The organization plays a crucial role in bringing about peace and solidifying democratic institutions within the country.

IDL is a member of the National Coordinator of Human Rights (CNDDHH), and its areas of focus include legal defence, judicial reform, governance, citizen security, as well as indigenous and women's rights.