Entrepreneurship/Economic Integration Advisor - Volunteer in Cameroon (French)

This assignment is located in : Yaoundé, Cameroon

Start date: September 2026

Assignment duration: 5 months

Language requirements: French and English

Eligibility: Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only

Role of the volunteer cooperator

Are you passionate about social entrepreneurship, gender equality and sustainable development? Do you want to use your skills to support women and young people in a high-impact context? This opportunity is for you.

Since April 1, 2020, Cuso International has been implementing an ambitious and innovative international cooperation project, deployed across all of its countries of operation, including Cameroon. This eight-year project aims to promote gender equality, the empowerment of women and girls, and to position volunteering as a key driver of sustainable development.

As a Business Advisor, you will work closely with the MINPROFF (Ministry of the Promotion of Women and the Family) through the Centres for the Promotion of Women and the Family (CPFF).

Your main mission will be to:

• Strengthening the capacities of trainers and participants in CPFFs
• Supporting the development of viable and inclusive income-generating activities (IGAs)
• Promoting the sustainable socio-professional integration of young women and women in vulnerable situations

The volunteer will be required to carry out the following activities:

• Supporting the structuring of adapted agricultural pathways
• Supporting CPFF teams in post-training support
• Train the teams on monitoring income-generating activities
• Supporting post-training follow-up

Essential academic skills:

• University degree in: Management, Entrepreneurship, Economics, Economic Development or Business Administration

Essential professional skills:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in:
• Entrepreneurial support
• Support for income-generating activities
• Entrepreneurship training

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.

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!