E-Commerce Marketing Advisor

This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Bogotá, Colombia

Language Requirements: Spanish Level 4 - Advanced; English Level 3 - Intermediate

Start Date: March 2026

Placement Length: 5 months

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

The Volunteer’s Role

Are you interested in empowering Afro-descendant communities and contributing to the success of their businesses?

We are seeking a volunteer to assist the Foundation Activos Culturales Afro (ACUA) in Colombia with enhancing visibility, managing brand reputation, implementing marketing strategies, and promoting e-commerce for products and services from traditional and cultural enterprises.

Submit your application now to embark on a creative journey with a remarkable local foundation.

As a volunteer, you will:

• Enhance the visibility and presence of the brand across a diverse range of social media platforms, utilizing strategic campaigns to engage our target audience effectively.
• Teach and coach employees on innovative marketing strategies and best practices pertaining to e-commerce, focusing particularly on how to effectively market conventional products in today's digital landscape.
• Design, develop, and support comprehensive training sessions aimed at educating employees on the intricacies of brand management, ensuring that our organizational standards are met and our brand identity is consistently represented across all channels.

Essential Qualifications:

• Degree in marketing, communications, advertising, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience or coursework in gender issues, advocacy, and/or sustainable development.

Essential Background:

• Familiarity with economic development methods and practices that prioritize social and environmental considerations.
• Background in communications positions and proficiency with social media platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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: Fundación Activos Culturales Afro (ACUA)

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!