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Volunteer Placement

Location: Bogotá, Colombia

Start Date: February/March 2025

Placement Length: 6 months, possibility to extend

Language Requirements: Spanish Level 4‑Advanced; English Level 3‑Intermediate

Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

Submission: Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest

The Volunteer’s Role

- Review public policy documents on women in the municipalities of Guapi, Timbiquí, López de Micay and El Charco and the advocacy processes. Based on the needs presented, formulate a work and action plan with each community in conjunction with other Cuso volunteers.
- Support the fine‑tuning of the document/guide for the implementation of the Public Policy on Women, taking into account the municipal, departmental and national development plans. Include the Development Programs with a Territorial Approach (PDET) and corresponding legal frameworks.
- Create tools (guides, training, routes, etc.) to support the implementation of women’s public policies and action and advocacy plans in each municipality. Diagnose, create, pilot, evaluate, improve, and finalize.

Essential Requirements

- Studies (graduate or undergraduate) in public policy studies, political science, government, development studies or related fields.
- Certificates in project management or knowledge of results‑based management.

Essential Background

- Experience working at the community level with women in vulnerable situations.
- Experience leading training processes with women in vulnerable situations.

About Us,



the Project and the Partner

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Founded in 1961, Cuso International operates in Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean and Canada and focuses on advancing gender equality, social inclusion, economic resilience and climate action.

Project – Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE) is a seven‑year initiative (2020‑2027) co‑funded by Integral Affairs Canada. It aims to improve the well‑being of the poorest, most marginalized and vulnerable people, particularly women and girls, in developing countries, and contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals.

Partner – Fundación Activos Culturales Afro (ACUA) is a non‑profit entity that promotes the sustainable empowerment of cultural assets of Afro‑descendant communities. ACUA partners with communities to advance inclusive, innovative and environmentally sustainable development initiatives.

Benefits and Support Package

- Modest monthly living allowance.
- Accommodation while in placement.
- Medical health insurance (including vaccinations and antimalarial medication).
- Round‑trip airfare and visa/work permit costs.
- Pre‑placement training, In‑Country Orientation (ICO) and Reintegration Debriefing.
- Ongoing support through Cuso International's Country Program Office and local partners.
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

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📌 Public Policy Research Advisor (Gender Policy) (Bogotá)
🏢 Cuso International
📍 Bogotá