Training and Program Development Advisor - Volunteer in Cameroon (Canadians Eligible)

This assignment is located in : Yaoundé, Cameroon

Start date: August 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 vocational training, employability and sustainable development? Do you want to use your skills to promote the socio-economic integration of young people and vulnerable populations in a high-impact context? This opportunity is for you.

Since April 1, 2020, Cuso International has been implementing an ambitious and structuring international cooperation project in Cameroon, aimed at promoting gender equality, empowering women and girls, and positioning volunteering as a key driver of sustainable development. Within this framework, Cuso collaborates with the MINEFOP (Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training), the national institution responsible for employment policy, vocational training, and the integration of workers into the labor market.

As a Volunteer Technical and Vocational Training Advisor (TVET), you will support the Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training (MINEFOP) in strengthening its capacities to develop sustainable socio-economic integration opportunities, particularly in the agribusiness, agriculture and livestock, and information and communication technology (ICT) sectors. Working closely with technical and institutional stakeholders, you will contribute to the implementation of pilot training programs, the documentation of results, and the sharing of lessons learned, thereby contributing to improving the quality and relevance of vocational training pathways in Cameroon.

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

• Analysis and identification of training needs in one or two priority targeted sectors (e.g. agri-business/agro-livestock or ICT)
• Design and adaptation of short, practical TVET training modules
• Support for the implementation and monitoring of pilot training programs
• Capitalization and continuous improvement of the TVET system

Essential academic skills:

• University degree in: Educational Sciences, Training Engineering, Vocational Training or Skills Development

Essential professional skills:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in:
• Design of training programs
• Curriculum development
• Support for vocational training schemes

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.

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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!