This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Cali, Colombia
Start Date: May 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 seeking an experienced Project Development Advisor to support our partner, the Colombia WWB Foundation, in advancing initiatives that strengthen economic resilience for disadvantaged communities.
In this volunteer role, you will contribute to the design, development, and monitoring of donor‑funded projects that remove barriers to employment and entrepreneurship. You will work closely with partners to develop strong, fundable project proposals and ensure that initiatives are well planned, adequately resourced, and aligned with both donor requirements and institutional priorities.
This is a hands‑on role that combines technical expertise in project design with collaboration, capacity‑building, and strategic thinking.
As a volunteer, you will:
Essential Qualifications:
Essential Background:
What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!
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: Fundación WWB Colombia
Benefits
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!