Gender Equality Advisor

Job Description

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Start Date: April 2026

Placement Length: 5 months

Language Requirements: English Level 4-Advanced

Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Canada, and residents of the Caribbean region.

The Volunteer's Role

The primary objective of this placement is to enhance and empower the National Conversation Trust Funds (NCTF) throughout the region by intricately weaving the principles of gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) into their overarching policies, programs, and services. By doing so, we aim to cultivate a more inclusive environment that acknowledges and promotes diverse voices and experiences.

As a volunteer in this vital initiative, you will take on a crucial role in strengthening the capacity of the staff by providing comprehensive training sessions. These sessions will be meticulously designed to focus on the core principles of gender equality and the systematic integration of GESI into existing and future programming efforts. Your contributions will not only empower the staff but also create a ripple effect that positively impacts the communities served by the NCTF.

As a volunteer, you will:

Essential Requirements:

Essential Background:

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: Caribbean Organizations for a Resilient Environment (CORE)

Partner: National Conservation Trust Fund (NCTF)

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:

Selection and Screening

If you are shortlisted, you will need to:

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!