Graphics Designer and Content Developer (E-Volunteer)

Cuso International; Edmonton; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuso International is seeking e-volunteers to support the Young Leaders Development program. This role involves creating visual teaching tools and designing training materials to empower youth. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and strong graphic design skills, including proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in graphic design and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Experience in content writing or copywriting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare visual teaching tools for training.
• Design branding for training materials.
• Edit and organize training content.

Skills

Content writing

Graphic design

Communication

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, English, journalism, or related fields

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Language Requirements: English Level 5 - Fluent

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

The E-Volunteer’s Role

Cuso International invites qualified candidates interested in working with the youth sector to make a meaningful impact for future generations.

As a volunteer with Rejoice Africa, you will help evaluate and revise the Young Leaders Development (YLD) three-year training program and develop graphic design materials to empower youth and young leaders to become community leaders.

If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now and let’s create change together!

As an e-volunteer, you will:

1. Prepare visual teaching tools
2. Design branding for training materials
3. Edit and organize training content

Essential Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, English, journalism, or related fields; proven content writing or copywriting experience
2. Strong theoretical and practical background in graphic design, including proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud; basic motion graphic design, video editing, GIFs, 3D software, and animation skills are advantageous
3. Knowledge of media production and communication; excellent verbal skills; attention to detail; ability to work collaboratively; flexibility and adaptability

About E-Volunteering

Cuso International’s e-volunteering program allows volunteers to work remotely with our international partners. It offers the benefits of international volunteering, fitting into your weekly schedule without needing a passport. Volunteers contribute to communities, gain new skills, and make connections. Volunteers should have basic home office equipment, reliable internet, and some computer skills. Flexibility and patience are valued, especially when working with remote or first-time partners.

About Us, the Project, and the Partner

Cuso International

An organization dedicated to creating economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups, focusing on gender equality, social inclusion, economic resilience, and climate action. Founded in 1961, working across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.

Project - Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)

Funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), this seven-year project (2020-2027) aims to improve the well-being of marginalized populations, especially women and girls, and promote inclusive, sustainable development aligned with Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.

Partner - Rejoice Africa

A non-profit focusing on developing young leaders passionate about justice, stability, prosperity, and transformation in African society.

Requirements

Selection Requirements

If shortlisted, you will need to:

• Provide 2 professional references and 1 personal reference
• Complete a language assessment during the preliminary phone interview in the required language