Location: Québec City

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Start Date: December 2025

Placement Length: 6 months

Language Requirements: Spanish Level 4-Advanced and English Level 3-Intermediate

Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest

Eligibility

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role

As a volunteer, you will

Coordinate with the Human Rights and Gender Industrial committees the creation and execution of an action plan to train on Human Rights the executives, staff and employees of ANDI members
Contribute with the facilitation of trainings and materials
Support actions aimed at promoting and disseminating the activities carried out by the Industrial Human Rights Committee and the companies that are part of it.
Support other HR initiatives executed by ANDI and Cuso International

Essential Requirements

University degree in social science, international development and/or equivalent experience in a related field.

Essential Background

Knowledge of issues related to Human Rights
Experience with private sector
Practical research experience with a variety of stakeholders (CSOs, MSMEs, NGOs, local and national government)
Understanding of inclusive participatory approaches, amongst a variety of stakeholders, including gender sensitive methods
Demonstrated experience of working in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams

What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!

About Us and the Project

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.

We seek individuals who share our values and are committed to supporting marginalized groups, including those from the LGBTQIA+ communities.

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 contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals.

In addition to increasing the 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.

Benefits

Terms and Conditions

Cuso International's terms and conditions allow you to lead a modest and healthy lifestyle similar to local living standards. This support package will cover basic living expenses for one volunteer and is not intended to cover home-based expenses (eg. 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
Medical Health Insurance (including the cost of required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)
Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs
Pre-placement training, In-Country Orientation (ICO) and Reintegration Debriefing
Support while in placement through Cuso International's Country Program Office (CPO) and local partners throughout your placement
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) while in placement and upon return

Selection Requirements

Please note that if you are shortlisted for the placement, you will be required to:

Confirm Passport or Permanent Resident details for travel purposes
Provide 2 Professional References and 1 Personal Reference
Complete a…

Human Rights Advisor

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