Environmental Education and Training Specialist

Cuso International is seeking an Environmental Education and Training Specialist for a 6-month volunteer placement in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, starting April/May 2025. The role involves designing training methodologies, supporting community engagement, and monitoring progress. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, with advanced Spanish and intermediate English skills. A degree in Education or Environmental studies and experience in training and multicultural teamwork are required.
This Volunteer Placement is Located in:
Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Start Date:

April/May 2025

Placement Length: 6 months with the possibility of extension

Language Requirements:
Spanish Level 4-Advanced and English Level 3-Intermediate Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest Eligibility:
Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only

The Volunteer’s Role As a volunteer, you will:
Do training methodology design Advise and Support Organizational Leadership/Community Engagement Monitor and Report on Progress / Training and Capacity Building Essential Requirements:

University degree in Education, Natural Resources, Environmental studies.

Essential Background:
Knowledge/experience on Education, training Knowledge/experience on planning, administration processes, planning, strategy design Previous experience in planning processes Knowledge/experience in research teaching, training and/or facilitation processes Knowledge/experience applying participatory approaches and tools Demonstrated experience of working in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience!

About Us, the Project and the Partner Cuso International 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. We seek individuals who share our values and are committed to supporting marginalized groups, including those from the LGBTQIA+ communities.

Project - Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE)
Cuso International will deliver the Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE) project, with a contribution from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) over seven years ). SHARE aims to improve the economic and/or social well-being of the poorest, most marginalized and vulnerable people, particularly women and girls, in developing countries, with a view to contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals.

In addition to increasing the engagement of Canadians in international development and key global issues, this project will aim to increase the performance of country partners to deliver more inclusive, innovative and environmentally sustainable development initiatives that advance gender equality, in support of the action areas of Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy.

Partner - Mesa de ONG's Comanejadoras de Areas Protegidas de Honduras Our partner, the Mesa de ONG's Comanejadoras de Areas Protegidas de Honduras, performs a variety of actions and activities, in order to improve the system of management of protected areas of Honduras. One of their responsibilities is to prepare and develop public positions on issues of importance to the country, especially in protected areas.

With the support of strategic partners, they develop and deliver workshops and training in each chapter-Regional of the organization. Through training, organizations are updated in socio-environmental management instruments, protected areas issues and trends, and to contribute to increase their management capacities in order to reach sustainability in the long term. The organization is also an exchange platform to share and learn good practices

Benefits

Terms and Conditions Cuso International's terms and conditions allow you to lead a modest and healthy lifestyle similar to local living standards. This support package will cover basic living expenses for one volunteer and is not intended to cover home-based expenses (eg. loans, support payments, etc.) or luxury items such as imported items in placement or international personal travel.

Support Package Modest monthly living allowance Accommodation while in placement Medical Health Insurance (including the cost of required vaccinations and…