Marketing and Communication Advisor

Cuso International; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international development organization is seeking a Communications & Marketing Advisor for a volunteer position located in Iringa, Tanzania. This role requires strong communication skills and experience in marketing to create promotional content for the SHARE project, which empowers women and youth-led businesses. Volunteers will assess communication strategies and facilitate workshops. A Bachelor's degree in related fields and 2-3 years of relevant experience are essential. The organization offers comprehensive support, including accommodation and a living allowance.

Benefits

Monthly living allowance

Accommodation

Health insurance

Round-trip airfare

Training support

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a communications or marketing role with a track record in promotional content development.
• Proficiency in designing and delivering workshops.

Responsibilities

• Assess current external communications strategies and create a marketing plan.
• Conduct interviews and focus groups with project partners.
• Draft marketing materials and assist with social media content.

Skills

Communication skills

Marketing experience

Workshop facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Job description

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Iringa, Tanzania

Start Date: February 2026

Placement Length: 5 months

Language Requirements: English Level 5-Fluent

Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role

As a Communications & Marketing Advisor, you will utilize your communication skills to create promotional content for the SHARE project in Iringa, Tanzania. This initiative empowers Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), particularly supporting women and youth-led businesses, by providing them access to experienced volunteers in management and entrepreneurship. The project also offers a comprehensive incubation program, shared technology for startups, and tailored financial mentorship for expanding SMEs.

As a volunteer, you will:

• Assess the current external communications strategies in place.
• Create a communications and marketing plan addressing identified gaps.
• Conduct informal interviews and/or focus groups with project partners, international and national volunteers, as well as local SMEs.
• Identify opportunities for creating local media content (including radio, newspapers, and advertisements) and draft relevant marketing materials.
• Work together with international and national volunteers to deliver learning workshops to TCCIA, TWCC, and SIDO.
• Assist with social media content by collaborating with the T-LED Communications Officer.

Essential Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field

Essential Professional Background/Competencies

• A minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in a communications or marketing position, with a proven track record in developing promotional content in multiple formats (such as written, visual, audio, etc.).
• Proficient in facilitation and training, with hands‑on experience in designing and delivering workshops.

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

Partner: Tanzania Women Chamber of Commerce (TWCC)

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:

• Monthly living allowance
• Accommodation
• Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)
• Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs
• Pre‑placement, in‑country and reintegration training (along with access to self‑directed materials and online resources)
• Ongoing local support
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement

Selection and Screening

If you are shortlisted, you will need to:

• Confirm passport or permanent resident details for travel
• Provide two professional references and one personal reference
• Complete a language assessment during the initial phone interview
• Pass a police check and medical clearance before departure
• Comply with anti‑terrorism checks
• Agree to uphold the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policy and Code of Conduct

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!