This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Lima, Peru
Start Date: September 2026
Placement Length: 5 months
Language Requirements: Spanish
Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest
Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only
The Volunteer’s Role
Join us as a volunteer and partner closely with our strategic team to enhance our ability to identify potential members and associates through targeted prospect research and dynamic list building. You'll classify prospects based on key criteria such as sector, size, interests, and location, creating prioritized, well-detailed lists that streamline outreach and follow-up efforts.
Additionally, you will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems by supporting data management and implementing standardized data-cleaning protocols.
Furthermore, you'll contribute to uncovering exciting new opportunities for the CPCC by gathering valuable market and stakeholder information, assisting in initial mapping exercises, and supporting follow-up activities. Your participation in fairs, events, and institutional conferences will be crucial in driving the discovery and nurturing of these opportunities.
Through its Global Volunteer Cooperation Program, SHARE, Cuso International partners with organizations worldwide to strengthen economic resilience for marginalized groups. In Year 7, targeted volunteer-driven technical assistance will enhance capacities in entrepreneurship, employability, TVET systems, and market-oriented skills across Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The program focuses on expanding inclusive opportunities for women, youth, LGBTQ+, migrants, refugees, and other marginalized communities, while supporting value-chain development, skills transfer, and market access initiatives.
As a volunteer, you will conduct the following activities:
- Initial CRM Data Review and Diagnostic: Conduct a structured review of the existing CRM database to identify duplicate records, incomplete entries, outdated contacts, and high-risk (invalid) email addresses.
- Support identification of potential members/associates: Prospect research and list building, initial classification based on defined criteria (sector, size, interest, location, etc.).
- Support identification of new opportunities for CPCC. Assist with information gathering on market/actors, initial mapping, and support for opportunity follow-up.
- Data Standardization and Segmentation: Apply consistent formats, naming conventions, and categorization (e.g., sector, stakeholder type, department relevance) to ensure usability across Memberships, Events & PR, and Business Development & Education.
- Basic Data Management Guidelines and Handover: Develop simple guidelines and provide orientation to the internal team to support ongoing data entry, maintenance, and CRM use.
Essential Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Data Management, Marketing, Business and Entrepreneurship, Commerce or a related field
Essential Background:
- Experience working with CRM systems, databases, or data management tools
- Experience in data cleaning, validation, and organization
- Experience using tools such as Microsoft Excel or similar for data analysis and management
- Experience in market research
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.
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 policy and
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!
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Pay: From $1,100.00 per month
Benefits:
- Housing allowance
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
