This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Lalo, Kouffo, Benin
Start Date: September 2026
Placement Length: 5 months
Language Requirements: French
Please submit a French Resume and Statement of Interest
Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only
The Volunteer’s Role
Join us as a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Advisor and become a key player in change at GRASID! In this dynamic role, you will have the incredible opportunity to enhance our ability to measure impact and drive positive change in communities across Benin. Working closely with our passionate team, you will be at the forefront of fostering a vibrant culture of evidence-based learning and decision-making.
Imagine implementing innovative systems and tools that allow GRASID to track results, celebrate successes, and adapt projects in real time! This exciting volunteer opportunity is perfect for a motivated professional eager to share their expertise while building effective partnerships and championing sustainable development outcomes. Join us to make a lasting difference!
As a volunteer, you will conduct the following activities:
- Conduct an assessment and identify GRASID's needs in terms of monitoring, evaluation, capitalization and learning
- Support the implementation or updating of the framework, measurement plan, evaluation and learning (ELL)
- Develop data collection, management and analysis tools adapted to the needs of GRASID-ONG
- Train staff in the collection, analysis, interpretation and use of data
- Contribute to capitalizing on results, documenting good practices and lessons learned.
Essential Qualifications:
- Degree in project management, management, international/community development, program evaluation or any other relevant field (university level)
Essential Background:
- At least three years of work experience in project management;
- Experience in capacity building;
- Ability to work with limited resources and as a team member;
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 $800.00 per month
Benefits:
- Housing allowance
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
