Project Officer

Location: Lima, Peru
Reports to: Program Manager

Position type: Indefinite, Full time

Language requirements: Spanish essential; bilingualism (Spanish & English) will be considered a strong asset

Eligibility: Must be legally able to work in Peru

WHO WE ARE

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we are focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Founded in 1961, Cuso International works in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Canada. Find out more at www.cusointernational.org

ABOUT THE ROLE

Cuso International is implementing the Renewed Women´s Voice and Leadership (RWVL) project, funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), with five prominent organizations that work to defend the rights of women, girls and LGBTQI+ people in Peru and 150 local women´s rights organizations in 18 regions of Peru to further promote feminist agendas and gender equality (GE).

Reporting to the Project Manager (PM), the Project Officer (PO) will be responsible for supporting the implementation of activities and deliverables under RWVL.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support in the development of annual work plans and annual budgets working closely with the Country Representative (CR), PM, Finance Officer (FO) and five implementing partners (IP).
• Support the PM in the implementation of activities according to annual work plans and budget and identify mitigation strategies when necessary.
• Support the PM in the implementation of a monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) system, including tracking and evaluating the progress of indicators and targets.
• Support the PM in the development of mid-year and annual reports for GAC, including collecting data/information from five IP.
• Support in the implementation of communication strategy in coordination with PM and Communications Team based at Cuso Headquarters.
• Participate in RWVL Project Management Committee as required.
• Analyze and maintain strong understanding of feminist, Indigenous women and LGBTQI+ right’s movement in Peru, with focus on advancing GE agendas, prevention of gender-based violence (GBV) and women’s rights and leadership.
• Collaborate and actively participate in national and regional networks, coalitions, alliances, meetings, forums, debates or any other events about the RWVL project.
• Provide cover for other colleagues, as necessary.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• A university degree, such as International Development, Social Work or Gender Studies and a relevant combination of studies and experience.

Knowledge:

• An excellent understanding and experience working in GE and social inclusion in Peru with a specific focus on the women’s movement in Peru, prevention of GBV, advocacy and campaigning and gender policies and programs.

Experience:

• At least five (5) years experience implementing large bilateral funded projects, with specific experience on the development of annual work plans and budgets as well as demonstrated experience implementing MEAL systems.
• Understanding of the Project Cycle with at least three (3) years experience planning, monitoring and implementing large development projects.
• Proven experience developing mid-year and annual reports for national and international donors, including collecting data/information on results achieved and progress made.
• Experience maintaining strong relationships with project partners, including experience with civil society and local and national governments.

Abilities:

• Fluency in Spanish, and English is desired.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate, resolve conflicts, coach, mobilize and develop positive relationships with others internally and externally.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the country.

HOW TO APPLY

Cuso International is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive culture. We strive to actively celebrate diversity, advance our equitable practices, and drive greater inclusion. We offer a comprehensive employee benefits package and insurance, generous days of paid time off, including vacation and sick days, and more.

Please click the "Apply for This Job" button to submit your application no later than March 28, 2025, at 4:30 PM (EST). Expressions of interest should be sent in English. Your résumé and one-page cover letter should demonstrate how you meet all the essential and any desirable qualifications. Please note that a confirmation email will be generated once you submit your application, but it may be directed to your spam or junk folders of your email inbox.

Cuso International is committed to the integrity of our volunteers, interns, staff, managers, board members and subcontractors in preventing sexual violence in the way we operate. This is done through a defined framework, code of conduct, values and guiding principles, as well as Cooperation Canada’s Leaders’ Pledge.

Cuso International is an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations will be provided at any stages of the hiring process upon request. Thank you for your interest in Cuso International.

SDG Impact