Location: Tegucigalpa, Honduras 

 Start Date: December 2023 

 Placement Length: 12 Months 

 Language Requirements: Spanish 

 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 implementing different projects to promote economic development in rural and urban areas through the creation and strengthening of small businesses. This position is aimed at supporting the training and advisory activities of small businesses and entrepreneurship groups. As a volunteer, you will: Support the beneficiaries to increase business and organizational capacities to promote their own development and economic inclusion Contribute to the design, creation and implementation of workshops on entrepreneurship and other related topics Provide training and assistance to partner staff on related issues and others that contribute to increasing their capabilities Provide feedback and suggestions on how existing programs can be improved Essential Requirements: University degree in Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Finance, Business Management, or similar. Essential Background: At least 2-3 years of experience in research, organizational development, project design, planning, and management, preferably with community and civil society organizations, NGOs, national and local governments, or the private sector. Demonstrated national or international experience in at least two of these sectors: project management, business administration, market research, innovation, marketing, microfinance, value chain analysis and management. Demonstrated experience leading or working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams. Understanding of Gender Equality, Social Inclusion and Human Rights. Understanding of participatory approaches to development.

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 Pre-departure training, in-country 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 Complete a full medical exam and be medically cleared by the Cuso International Medical Advisor prior to your departure Due to the COVID-19 situation, be double vaccinated in accordance with the We seek individuals who share our values and are dedicated to supporting marginalized groups, including those from the LGBTQIA+ communities Fundraising We ask each volunteer, regardless of placement length, to raise $2,000. All volunteers receive support from Cuso International to help achieve the goal through fundraising. If the volunteer chooses not to fundraise or is unable to achieve the fundraising goal, he/she can make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor to support our work.