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Gender Advisor - Spanish Required

Job Description

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Start Date: February 2026

Placement Length: 5 months

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

Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role

Do you have a strong commitment to gender equality and combating discrimination against women? If so, this could be the perfect position for you!

In your role as the Gender Advisor, you will collaborate closely with the project team to enhance the capabilities of local partners, enabling them to support and fortify women’s organizations and movements that promote women's rights, gender equality, and the empowerment of women and girls.

As a volunteer, you will:

  • Assist local partners of Cuso International in Honduras with integrating gender considerations into their primary projects.
  • Provide support to partners in formulating and implementing their gender strategies.
  • Create resources aimed at enhancing gender-focused initiatives.
  • Essential Requirements:

  • A university degree in social sciences, economics, international development, or relevant experience in a related discipline.
  • Essential Background:

  • Understanding and experience in Gender Equality;
  • Proficiency in planning, administrative procedures, and strategic design; Previous participation in planning activities;
  • Knowledge and experience in research, education, training, and facilitation techniques;
  • Experience with participatory methodologies and tools;
  • Demonstrated success in collaborating within multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
  • What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!

    About Us

    Cuso International (Cuso) 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. 

    Project: Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)


    Volunteer Support and Requirements 

    Support Package

    Cuso International provides a comprehensive support package to ensure volunteers maintain a modest and healthy lifestyle aligned with local standards. This includes: 

  • 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 
  • Selection and Screening

    If you are shortlisted, you will need to: 

  • Confirm passport or permanent resident details for travel 
  • Provide two professional references and one personal reference 
  • Complete a language assessment during the initial phone interview 
  • Pass a police check and medical clearance before departure 
  • Comply with anti-terrorism checks 
  • Agree to uphold the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policy and Code of Conduct 
  • Residency and Citizenship: Candidates are responsible for confirming how volunteering internationally may affect their citizenship or residency status. Canadian Permanent Residents should verify requirements with Immigration Canada before travel. 

    Inclusion and Accessibility: Cuso International welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and equity-deserving groups. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout recruitment and placement. If you have accessibility needs, please contact us for support. 

    Ready to Make a Difference? Apply to volunteer today! 

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