Gender Volunteer Advisor - Brampton, Canada - Cuso International

Cuso International

Verified Company

Brampton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Location:
Lima, Peru

Start Date:
March 2023

Placement Length: 12 Months

Language Requirements:
Spanish Level 4-Advanced

Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada Only

The Volunteer's Role

Cuso International is looking for a person with experience in feminist volunteering systems and is passionate about the rights of women, girls and LGTBIQ+ people Join the team of our partner organization DEMUS to work together for human rights, in particular women's sexual and reproductive rights.

As a volunteer, you will:

Understand and evaluate the current system in place by meeting the partner to discuss the feminist volunteering system and the tools that are still under construction.
Assist in the closing out of previous volunteers by validating forms and tools in the evaluation stage.
Add your knowledge and contribute to various documents including the Volunteering Program Manual, Annual Operational Plan, profiles, tools for progress and measurement of volunteering, and retention protocol, among others.

Essential Requirements:

Degree in Social Sciences and/or Administrative and Management Sciences or related field with experience in the implementation and coordination of institutional volunteering, with a feminist, human rights and intersectional perspective.

Essential Background:

Knowledge of and commitment to gender and social development issues in Latin America.
Knowledge of fundamental human rights and intercultural issues
Experience in training diverse audiences
Ability to work under pressure and ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to work as part of a team

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 and the Caribbean, and Canada.

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 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, with a view to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.

In addition to increasing 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 -DEMUS : Estudio para la Defensa de los Derechos de la Mujer

DEMUS is a feminist organization that fights for human rights, in particular, the sexual and reproductive rights of women to promote the free exercise and questioning of the hegemonic paradigm on women and their sexuality.

Requisitos

Prestaciones

Terms and Conditions

Cuso International terms and conditions allow you to lead a modest and healthy lifestyle while being effective in your placement.

This support package will cover basic living expenses for one volunteer and is not intended to cover home-based expenses (ex. loans, support payments, etc.) or luxury items such as imported items in placement or international personal travel.

Support Package

Modest monthly living allowance (varies depending on country)
Accommodation while in placement
Return airfare and visa/work permit costs
Cost of required vaccinations, antimalarial medication, and health insurance
Predeparture training, incountry orientation, and reintegration debriefing, including travel and accommodation (more details below)
On the ground support through our Cuso International country program office
Access to Employee Assistance Program while in placement and upon return
Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months

Other Requirements:

Please note that if you are shortlisted for the placement, you will be required to:
Provide two Professional References and one Personal Reference
Complete an oral assessment during your preliminary telephone interview in the language required for your placement
Obtain a Police Check at our request