Strategic Partnership Advisor (Spanish)

This Volunteer Placement is Located in:

Medellín, Medellin, Colombia

Start Date:

May 2026

Language Requirements:

Spanish

Eligibility:

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role Cuso International is seeking two volunteers eager to join our international volunteer program, aimed at fostering the growth and empowerment of women, girls, and individuals facing poverty and vulnerability in Colombia. We need individuals with the expertise to reach and engage potential businesses that resonate with the demand for the specialized services provided by A Kasa and Cuso International, as part of our commitment to inclusive employment strategies and the development of more equitable work environments.

As a volunteer, you will:

Conduct thorough mapping and analysis of potential private sector partners to identify opportunities for collaboration

Create a comprehensive commercial outreach strategy that includes a detailed plan of action, an organized workplan, and a clear timeline to ensure accountability and progress tracking

Facilitate productive weekly meetings to discuss objectives, progress updates, and to foster open communication among team members and stakeholders

Draft and develop tailored work proposals in collaboration with interested companies, focusing on mutual benefits and aligned goals to strengthen partnerships

Essential Qualifications:

A university degree in a relevant field, such as Administration, Engineering, or disciplines associated with Organizational Development, Marketing, Sales, Relationship Management, ideally with experience in the private sector.

Expertise in strategic planning, business strategy creation, and the development of synergies and institutional partnerships.

Familiarity with marketing, along with experience in the private sector.

Proven ability to build relationships within the private sector.

Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.

What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience! Cuso International Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization based in Canada that works to create social and economic opportunities for equity-deserving groups. Building on over sixty years of impactful work, we address global challenges by tackling the root causes of inequality. Working alongside our partners, we are focused on efforts to improve economic resilience, advance equity and inclusion for all, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Guided by our values of courage, inclusion, sustainability and accountability, Cuso combines innovative strategies and enduring partnerships to create lasting, meaningful change in communities across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.

Support Package

Monthly living allowance

Accommodation

Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)

Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs

Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training (along with access to self-directed materials and online resources)

Ongoing local support

Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement

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