Private Sector Relations Officer - Spanish ; West

Position: Private Sector Relations Officer - Spanish Required (West )
Overview

Location:

Medellin, Colombia

Start Date:

July 2026
Placement Length: 5 months
Language Requirements:
Spanish Level 4-Advanced
Eligibility:
Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only
Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest
Role and Program  Cuso International invites passionate individuals to join our international volunteering program dedicated to empowering women, girls, and marginalized communities in Colombia. We are looking for two dynamic candidates who can engage potential companies in partnership with A Kasa and Cuso International, focusing on inclusive employment strategies. Our SHARE Global Volunteer Cooperation Programme connects with a diverse range of partners worldwide to bolster economic resilience for those in need.

Volunteers will deliver targeted technical assistance in entrepreneurship and vocational training (TVET), creating opportunities for women, youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other marginalized groups. In this role, you will identify key stakeholders, particularly within the Canadian private sector, to bridge the gap between vocational education and market demands, and support the identification of skills needs among Canadian private sector companies to align TVET with these needs and promote young people’s access to decent employment.
Responsibilities   Skills Needs Assessment:
Conduct consultations and surveys with local businesses to identify skill gaps and compare with existing training; guide curriculum adjustments.
Capacity-Building Workshops:
Train partners on financial facilitation, market-based approaches, and private sector engagement; provide tools to enhance value propositions and measure economic impact.
Business Networking & Partnerships:
Facilitate networking events and support supplier initiatives linking disadvantaged groups with market opportunities, promoting employment of women and youth in growth sectors.
Monitoring & Learning Framework:
Develop indicators to track job creation and resilience; train partners in data collection and analysis; use data to improve programs and demonstrate impact.
Qualifications   Essential

Qualifications:

Undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree in disciplines pertinent to the role’s goals, such as business administration, engineering, or areas connected to organizational development, marketing, sales, and relationship management, ideally with experience in private sector companies. An MBA qualification is an asset.
Essential Background:
Familiarity with sales and marketing in the Canadian private sector, ideally involving Spanish-speaking companies; background in the private sector including networking within this industry; proven experience collaborating with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
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, improving economic resilience, and advancing equity and inclusion for all. We work with partners across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada to deliver progress on climate action and sustainable development.
Support and Selection  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), round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs, pre-placement and in-country training, ongoing local support, and access to support programs.
Selection and Screening:
If 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 police check and medical clearance, comply with anti-terrorism checks, and 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 citizenship or residency status;
Canadian Permanent Residents should verify requirements with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada before travel. Inclusion and Accessibility:
Cuso International welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and equity-deserving groups and provides reasonable accommodations throughout recruitment and placement.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply to volunteer today!

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