Communications Advisor

Cuso International Open · verified Sep 14, 2026

On-site Dar es Salaam Mid-level Communications

Mid-level Communications role at Cuso International. Dar es Salaam.

Role brief

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What you'll do

You'll create human-interest stories, case studies, articles, newsletters, photos, videos, and testimonials
You'll build visibility plans with Cuso, TWCC, and VETA around project milestones and activities
You'll publish content on partner websites and social channels to share project results
You'll train partner staff in photography, interviewing, ethical documentation, and social media
You'll coordinate with program and MEAL teams while applying consent, branding, and ethical standards

What you bring

You have a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field
You bring communications strategy experience plus a portfolio spanning print and digital work
You can write, edit, photograph, produce video, and manage social media content
You can train others, organize deadlines, use sound ethical judgment, and work independently or with diverse partners

Who this fits

You’ll suit a volunteer placement focused on women’s economic empowerment, skills development, and entrepreneurship in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The placement starts in November 2026, runs for five months, and is onsite. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada, have advanced English, and complete the required references, language assessment, police check, medical clearance, and screening.

From the employer

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Start Date: November 2026

Placement Length: 5 months

Language Requirements: English Level 4-Advanced

Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role

Cuso International is seeking a creative and purpose-driven Communications Advisor to bring powerful stories of women’s economic empowerment, skills development, and entrepreneurship to life in Tanzania. Working alongside key local partners, the Tanzania Women Chamber of Commerce (TWCC) and the Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA), you will document and highlight the real-world impact of Special Project Fund (SPF) initiatives supporting women in and around the Geita mining communities.

Through ethical storytelling, photography, and multi-channel content creation, you will amplify participant voices, showcase partner achievements, and raise visibility around how inclusive economic opportunities are being built within the mining sector.

As a volunteer, your duties will include:

Impact Storytelling & Content Development: Research, write, and produce engaging human-interest stories, case studies, feature articles, and newsletters. Capture high-quality photography, short videos, and beneficiary testimonials that highlight participant journeys from training to certification and business growth.
Strategic Communications & Visibility: Collaborate with Cuso, TWCC, and VETA to design and implement a comprehensive visibility plan covering major project milestones, launch events, training activities, and market linkage opportunities.
Digital & Social Media Management: Create, curate, and publish dynamic digital content across partner websites and social media platforms to showcase SPF activities and project results to wider audiences.
Institutional Capacity Building: Support and train TWCC and VETA staff in foundational communication skills, including basic photography, beneficiary interviewing, ethical documentation, and social media management.
Field Documentation & Collaboration: Partner with program and MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) teams to identify key project outcomes, field results, and emerging success stories.
Ethical Communication: Ensure all content adheres to Cuso International’s branding guidelines and strict ethical standards, including securing informed consent before publishing personal stories or media.

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.

Essential Background:

Background in developing and executing communication strategies, with a portfolio of print and digital content.
Strong proficiency in writing, editing, photography, video production, and social media platforms.
Ability to deliver practical communications training, strong organizational skills to manage deadlines, high ethical judgment, and the flexibility to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse partners.

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.
Project: Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)

Partner: Tanzania Women Chamber of Commerce (TWCC)

Benefits

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 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 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!