Graphics Designer and Content Developer (E-Volunteer)

Language Requirements: English Level 5 - Fluent

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

The E-Volunteer’s Role

Cuso International would like to invite any qualified candidate interested in working with the youth sector to bring an impact for future generations.

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

Apply if you feel passionate about this opportunity, apply now and let’s make a change together!

As an e-volunteer, you will:

• Prepare visual teaching tools
• Design training material branding
• Edit and organize the training materials

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, English, journalism, or related field. Proven content writing or copywriting experience.
• Experience in strong theoretical and practical background in graphic design, including the use of design software such as Adobe Creative Cloud suite. Basic motion graphic design, video editing, GIF, 3D software, and animation skills are advantageous.
• Knowledge of media production and communication, excellent verbal communication skills, attention to detail, ability to work well with others, and flexibility to adapt to change.

About E-Volunteering

Cuso International’s e-volunteering program welcomes new and returning volunteers to work with our international program partners and volunteers remotely. E-volunteering offers many of the benefits gained from international volunteering while having the extra advantage of fitting into one's regular weekly schedule without needing a passport. Contributing and giving back to a community, gaining new skills, and making new connections are common benefits of e-volunteering, and for Cuso International, it is a great opportunity to engage more people in its mission.

E-Volunteers are expected to supply their own basic home office equipment and internet and have a moderate knowledge of computer technology. Some of our partners are located in remote areas with unreliable internet connections. In addition, for some of our partners, this is their first experience working with e-volunteers, so flexibility and patience are valuable e-volunteer characteristics.

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 dedicated 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 - Rejoice Africa

Rejoice Africa exists to raise the next generation of young leaders who are passionate about bringing justice, stability, prosperity, and transformation to African society. RA is a non-profit educational institute with an exclusive focus on young leaders' development.

Selection Requirements

Please note that if you are shortlisted for the placement, you will be required to:

• Provide 2 Professional References and 1 Personal Reference.
• Complete a language assessment during the preliminary telephone interview in the language required for your placement.