Job Description

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Lima, Peru

Start Date: June 2026

Placement Length: 12 months

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

The Volunteer’s Role

Join us in empowering Venezuelan migrants, refugees, and vulnerable Peruvian communities, especially women, LGBTQ2IA+, and indigenous peoples, by building their capacity for self-employment and boosting income-generating activities.

Cuso is seeking a passionate professional like you to make a meaningful impact through our development projects across Lima, Piura, Arequipa, and Ica, Peru. This is your chance to inspire and equip young people and vulnerable groups with the skills to launch and grow their own businesses.

As a volunteer, you will:

• Assist in executing the Entrepreneur Strengthening Program, with the objective of completing 12 iterations of this program.
• Assist in carrying out the Psychosocial Support Program, aiming for 100 participants to successfully complete it.
• Assist in the implementation of the MUCURA Program, striving for 50 participants to finish the program.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Experience with livelihood issues and social development projects.
• Proficient in office software tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Essential Background:

• Experience in the planning and execution of social projects.
• Proven experience in facilitating courses or workshops.
• Knowledge of the migratory and economic situation of the Venezuelan refugee and migrant population.

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)

Benefits

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!