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Cuso International
Lima
This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Lima, Peru
Start Date: March/April 2025
Placement Length: 6 months with the possibility of extension
Language Requirements: Spanish Level 4-Advanced
Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest.
Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only.
Under the supervision of the partner organisation, INGEC, you will contribute to the implementation of urban agriculture projects in the southern area of Lima in the districts of Villa El Salvador, Villa Maria del Triunfo and San Juan de Miraflores. The projects involve the creation and strengthening of agroecological community gardens and the creation and strengthening of agroecological school brigades.
As a volunteer, your responsibilities will include:
- Design and implementation of a communication plan for the AU vegetable gardens and their impacts.
- Management of social networks to promote the activities of the vegetable gardens and the school brigades.
- Production of short and simple videos of testimonies and presentations of the vegetable gardeners.
- Prepare materials for AU photo exhibitions.
- Generate visual tools with the farmers as support materials for production in the garden (Annual planting plans, posters of good agroecological practices, among others).
- Disseminate the various actions of the AU actors.
- Support the actions and advocacy of the farmers.
- Articulate actions with the AU platform.
Essential Requirements:
- Degree in journalism, communication, social and political marketing and/or related subjects.
Essential Background:
- Development or implementation of communication, marketing and/or branding strategies. Good writing, report editing and publications.
- Contribute with the INGEC team and urban agriculture organisations to improve the scope and dissemination of activities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Capacity for creativity, judgement and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Solid command of the Spanish language (written and oral).
What's in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!
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. 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.
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 (2020-2027).
Partner - INGEC
Integración, Gobernabilidad y Economía Circular (INGEC) is a development organisation made up of professionals with many years of experience in the fields of governance, territorial development, urban agriculture and the circular economy.
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.
Selection Requirements:
- Confirm Passport or Permanent Resident details for travel purposes.
- Provide 2 Professional References and 1 Personal Reference.
- Complete a language assessment during the preliminary telephone interview in the language required for your placement.
- Obtain a satisfactory Police Check.
- Complete a medical exam and be medically cleared before your departure.
Pre-placement Training and Briefing - Skills and Knowledge for Working in Development (SKWID)
We commit to helping you prepare as best as possible for your placement.
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