Program Development - Fundraising (E-Volunteer) at Cuso International

The E-Volunteer’s Role

Are you passionate about generating resources targeted toward developing programs that advance gender equality and reduce discrimination against women? if so, this might be the role for you!

As the Program Development - Fundraising (E-Volunteer) you will work closely with the project team to develop the capacity of local partners to garner resources aimed at supporting and strengthening women's organizations and movements that advance women's rights, gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.

As an e-volunteer, you will:

• Develop a funding strategy

• Build capacity of DCP Staff in proposal writing

• Develop a list serve of donors in DCP thematic area.

Essential Requirements:

• University degree in relevant area (Business Administration, Social Sciences)

Essential Background:

• Experience in the development of concept notes and writing of proposals.

About E-Volunteering

Cuso International’s e-volunteering program welcomes new and returning volunteers to work with our international program partners and volunteers remotely. E-Volunteering offers many of the benefits gained from international volunteering, while having the extra advantage of fitting into one's regular weekly schedule without needing a passport. Contributing and giving back to a community, gaining new skills, and making new connections are common benefits of e-volunteering and for Cuso International it is a great opportunity to engage more people in its mission.

E-Volunteers are expected to supply their own basic home office equipment, Internet and have a moderate knowledge of computer technology. Some of our partners are located in remote areas with unreliable internet connection. In addition, for some of our partners, this is their first experience working with e-volunteers so flexibility and patience is a valuable e-volunteer characteristic.

About Us, the Project and the Partner

Cuso International

Cuso International is a not-for-profit development organization that works to eradicate poverty and inequality. Each year, we mobilize hundreds of volunteer professionals to work alongside local partners to maximize their impact through capacity building. We work in partnership with governments, civil society organizations, multilateral agencies and the private sector to develop and deliver programs aimed at advancing gender equality, promoting the empowerment of women and girls, and improving access to and quality of economic opportunities for young people.

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, 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 - Media Camapaign Against Human Trafficking

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).

MeCAHT is an international faith-based, media-driven coalition working to reduce the incidences of human trafficking among vulnerable groups in South Afrika, Nigeria and Europe.
MeCAHT runs a Safehouse in Abuja which provides a residential aftercare program for survivors of sex trafficking. The goal is to rehabilitate and empower the restored victims with practical and life skills to enable them to reintegrate into society.

Requirements

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