Project Management Advisor
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Project Management, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- Two to three years of project management experience is required, ideally in community development, healthcare, education, or environmental conservation.
- Experience in the organization's field, including nonprofit work, humanitarian aid, or development, is required.
- Ability to lead project teams, collaborate with team members, and engage stakeholders effectively is required.
- Experience overseeing project budgets, financial tracking, and reporting activities is required.
- Candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
- Candidates must provide two professional references, complete a language assessment, pass a police check and medical clearance, comply with anti-terrorism checks, and uphold the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse policy and Code of Conduct.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, establish timelines, delegate tasks, and lead team meetings.
- Allocate budgets, personnel, and materials; track resource utilization and make adjustments as needed.
- Identify potential risks, formulate mitigation strategies, and monitor risk factors throughout the project lifecycle.
- Implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks, collect and analyze data, and produce progress reports.
- Meet regularly with stakeholders to gather feedback, address concerns, and promote open communication.
- Maintain project documentation, prepare regular updates, and ensure timely reporting to donors and stakeholders.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for staff on project management best practices and tools.
- Establish quality control procedures, conduct regular inspections, and ensure compliance with established standards.
- Project management experience in community development, healthcare, education, or environmental conservation.
About the company
Cuso International partners with communities to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups, focusing on gender equality, social inclusion, economic resilience, and climate action. It mobilizes skilled volunteers and professionals to support local partners in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Canada through capacity building and community-driven projects. It operates as a registered charity with a long history (since 1961) and uses a non-profit, skill-sharing, international cooperation model rather than for-profit services. Its goal is to help marginalized people build better futures by sharing skills and advancing inclusion and climate action.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Ottawa, Canada
Founded
1961
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- FY2025 revenue rose 8% to $27.66 million, with a $197,962 surplus.
- Power Corporation's support expanded the Canadian Program and Northern Distance Learning in 2026.
- Rotary's $45,000 Ethiopia donation plus 14:1 government matching amplifies program leverage.
What critics are saying
- FY2025 still relied on $15.45 million from Global Affairs Canada funding.
- A $27.46 million expense base leaves execution exposed if donor renewals slip in 2026.
- Loss of federal support would cripple volunteer placements and threaten Cuso's operating model.
What makes Cuso International unique
- Cuso International pairs volunteers with programs across 743,920 participants in FY2025.
- Its Indigenous Canada Program launched in 2024, strengthening domestic reconciliation work.
- Government-backed volunteer placements and in-kind hours create a distinctive low-cash operating model.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Relocation Assistance
- Training Programs
- Mental Health Support
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Options