Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada Only
The Volunteer’s Role
As a volunteer, you will be responsible for assisting in a variety of marketing and communication tasks. These tasks include managing social media, maintaining websites, handling public relations, and creating content. Additionally, you will play a role in establishing branding guidelines and materials. Your duties will also involve assessing strengths, identifying opportunities, and recognizing areas for improvement to enhance the foundation's communication and marketing strategies.
Our partner, United Way of Jamaica is dedicated to mobilizing resources to transform lives throughout Jamaica, with a strong impact in the areas of Education, Health, and Income Stability. By working with UWJ, you will contribute to Cuso International's mission of providing greater opportunities to vulnerable groups, to achieive a more inclusive and equitable society.
As a volunteer, you will:
Assist in the upkeep of an engaging social media presence, including graphic design
Assist the team in the design, development, and publication of website content
Contribute to staff training by introducing innovative communication strategies and techniques
Assist the team with various public relations activities, such as producing annual reports
Support the development of a database for managing donors
Essential Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in communications, marketing or related field
Essential Background:
Ability to collaborate effectively with community-based groups, demonstrating strong teamwork skills
Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge and expereince in human rights
Proficiency in graphic design and video editing software such as Canva, Photoshop, After Effects, or similar programs
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 (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 - United Way Jamaica
The United Way of Jamaica (UWJ) brings donors, volunteers, community leaders and other stakeholders to address pressing needs in our society. We invest resources and build partnerships to support a wide range of services. In times of disaster, we collaborate with our partners in relief and restoration efforts.
Requirements
Benefits
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
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 World Health Organization-approved vaccines
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.
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