Gender Advisor
Cuso InternationalGrenada • Belize • Dominica • Guyana • Jamaica • Saint Lucia • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines • Suriname
Posted August 26, 2024
Full Time
About the Company
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. Registered charitable numbers: Canada: 81111 6813 RR0001 United States: EIN 30-0545486 We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada.
Job Description
Cuso International is seeking a Gender Advisor volunteer to strengthen capacity of National Conversation Trust Funds across the Caribbean region to mainstream gender equality and social inclusion. The role involves training staff, developing resources, and supporting the development of operational policies and programs. This is a volunteer opportunity with a focus on climate-change adaptation, focusing on gender-responsive solutions.
Requirements
- University degree in social/political sciences, international development, human rights, gender studies, social work, law, public policy, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in a position related to the promotion of gender equality, diversity and/or women’s development issues.
- Experience working with government agencies.
- Experience working with senior management.
- Experience in training and facilitation.
Benefits
- A life-changing experience!
- Training and support
- Accommodation
- Medical Health Insurance