Communications / Advocacy Officer

This Volunteer Placement is Located in : Kingston, Jamaica

Start Date : March 2026

Placement Length : 5 months

Language Requirements : English Level 4-Advanced

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

The Volunteer’s Role

As a volunteer, you will help design and implement communication strategies that amplify LGBTQIA+ voices in the Caribbean. You will also turn research findings and advocacy initiatives into impactful communication products, supporting the Building Bricks project, which operates in eight countries to promote rights and gender equality in the region.

As a volunteer, you will :

• Design and execute communication plans to showcase project successes and advocacy objectives.
• Produce content for various digital platforms, including newsletters, press releases, reports, and campaign materials.
• Enhance the social media presence and interaction for our partners.
• Strengthen the skills of local staff in strategic communications, messaging, and storytelling for advocacy.
• Facilitate strategic engagement with donors.

Essential Qualifications :

Desirable Background

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 - Building Balanced, Rights-Centered, Inclusive, Cohesive and Knowledgeable Societies

Partner - Caribbean Vulnerable Communities Coalition (CVC)

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!