Volunteer Posting 1916

Resource Mobilization Advisor
Cuso International
Calgary area, Edmonton area, Vancouver & Lower Mainland, Toronto Metro ...
Ethiopia
more than 8 hours per week
closes in 3 days (Mon, 17 Feb)

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Start Date: February / March 2025

Placement Length: 6 months with the possibility of extension

Language Requirements: English Level 5-Fluent

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

The Volunteer’s Role

If you are passionate about Resource Mobilization and helping others, this is the role for you.

As a Resource Mobilization Officer/Advisor, you'll be working with New Bright Community Development Center, along with their team in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. In this role, you will support the efforts to enhance the organization capacity to promote its work and raise resource for sustaining its mission.

Apply today and Let's make a difference together!

As a volunteer, you will:

  • Research and identify potential donors
  • Concept note/proposal development & writing
  • Develop resource mobilization strategies
  • Establish a donor management system
  • Staff capacity building on grant writing & resource mobilization

Essential Requirements:

  • Minimum bachelor's degree in development studies, project management, social science, communication

Essential Background:

  • Experience in grant writing and fundraising
  • Good Knowledge of resource mobilization strategies
  • Good understanding of Donor interest
  • Project management
  • Proposal development

What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!

About Us, the Project and the Partner

Cuso International

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 the Caribbean, and Canada.

We seek individuals who share our values and are committed to supporting marginalized groups, including those from the LGBTQIA+ communities.

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). SHARE aims to improve the economic and/or social well-being of the poorest, most marginalized and vulnerable people, particularly women and girls, in developing countries, to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. In addition to increasing the engagement of Canadians in international development and key global issues, this project will aim to increase the performance of country partners to deliver more inclusive, innovative and environmentally sustainable development initiatives that advance gender equality, in support of the action areas of Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.

Partner - New Bright Community Development Center

Established in November 2016, the New Bright Community Development Center is a beacon of hope in our community. Founded by a group of passionate advocates, our center is dedicated to fostering integrated social and educational development for vulnerable adolescents and youth. Our unwavering commitment also extends to empowering and enhancing the livelihoods of underprivileged families within our community.

Benefits

Terms and Conditions

Cuso International's terms and conditions allow you to lead a modest and healthy lifestyle similar to local living standards. This support package will cover basic living expenses for one volunteer and is not intended to cover home-based expenses (eg. loans, support payments, etc.) or luxury items such as imported items in placement or international personal travel.

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
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) while in placement and upon return
  • Support to meet your fundraising goals
  • Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months

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