Project Development Advisor
About the job
- A degree in International Development, Economics, Social Sciences, Project Management, or Business Administration is required.
- Certified knowledge of results-based management, the logical framework approach, and theory of change is required.
- At least 3–5 years of demonstrable experience in resource mobilization and fundraising for non-governmental organizations or international organizations is required.
- A strong track record drafting successful technical proposals for major donors such as Global Affairs Canada, USAID, the European Union, or United Nations agencies is required.
- Experience in financial planning and budgeting for complex projects is required.
- Experience building networks and strategic partnerships with stakeholders and private-sector donors is required.
- Advanced Spanish proficiency is required.
- Support the formulation of project proposals using logical frameworks, results matrices, and Gantt charts.
- Develop and review detailed project budgets using donor templates and internal financial tools.
- Support monitoring of project implementation, timelines, milestones, and results using monitoring tools.
- Assist in preparing technical and financial reports based on donor templates and reporting guidelines.
- Monitor commitments, action points, and follow-up measures with internal teams and partners.
- Support identifying and mitigating risks during project formulation and implementation.
- Contribute to aligning projects with institutional policies, procedures, and donor requirements.
- Work under the project development manager's guidance, providing technical support and sharing the workload.
- Partner with strategic partners to enhance their capacity to engage with disadvantaged groups, coordinate with partners, and support initiatives that promote dignity, potential, and participation in society.
- Postgraduate studies or certifications in International Cooperation, Grant Writing, or Public Policy are an asset.
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