Theory of Change Specialist (E-Volunteer)

Online placement (E-Volunteer)

Location of partner: Colombia

Start date: April/May 2025

Duration of placement: 4 months

Language requirements: Spanish Level 4-Advanced

Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only

General Purpose: the volunteer will be responsible for leading the development of the Theory of Change for the A-kasa Foundation, focusing on the areas of Human Rights and Environmental Conservation. This theory will provide a conceptual structure and a strategic roadmap for the achievement of the foundation's objectives, integrating the inputs of the projects carried out by the organisation.

Specific Objectives:

-To draw up a Theory of Change document that articulates the expected changes, the intervention strategies and the key assumptions for the areas of Human Rights and Environmental Conservation.

-To construct a matrix of indicators that allows the measurement of progress and the evaluation of the impact of the activities carried out within the framework of the Theory of Change.

The role of the E-Volunteer

As an E-Volunteer, you will:

• Conduct a thorough analysis of the A-kasa Foundation's previous project documents.
• Facilitate participatory work sessions to define strategic objectives and expected results.
• Develop a Theory of Change document.
• Build an indicator matrix.
• Present and discuss the proposed Theory of Change with the foundation team.
• Prepare a detailed final report documenting the process and recommendations.
  

Essential academic qualifications:

• Professional with experience in international development, social or economic sciences, programme evaluation, or related areas.

Essential professional experience:

• Previous experience in developing Theories of Change and indicator matrices for non-profit organisations.
• Solid knowledge of strategic planning and impact evaluation methodologies.
• Advanced facilitation and communication skills for working with multidisciplinary teams.
  
• Ability to analyse technical documents and translate complex information into measurable results.
• Excellent writing and reporting skills.

About E-Volunteering

Cuso International's E-Volunteer programme welcomes new and returning volunteers to work with our international programme partners and volunteers remotely. E-Volunteering offers many of the benefits gained from international volunteering, while having the added advantage of fitting into a regular weekly schedule without the need for a passport. Contributing and giving back to a community, acquiring new skills and making new connections are common benefits of E-Volunteering and for Cuso International it is a great opportunity to involve more people in its mission.

E-volunteers are expected to supply their own basic home office equipment, Internet and have a moderate knowledge of computer technology. Some of our partners are in remote areas with an unreliable Internet connection. In addition, for some of our partners, this is their first experience working with e-volunteers, so flexibility and patience are a valuable characteristic of e-volunteers.

About us, the project and the partner

Cuso International

Cuso International is an international development organisation that works to create economic and social opportunity for marginalised groups. Together with our partners, we focus on efforts to promote gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience and achieve 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.

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

Cuso International will carry out the Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality (SHARE) project, with a contribution from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) for seven years (2020-2027). SHARE aims to improve the economic and/or social well-being of the poorest, most marginalised and vulnerable people, particularly women and girls, in developing countries, in order to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. In addition to increasing Canadians' engagement in international development and key global issues, this project will aim to increase the performance of national partners to deliver more inclusive, innovative and environmentally sustainable development initiatives that promote gender equality, in support of the action areas of Canada's Feminist International Assistance Policy.

Partner - A-Kasa Foundation

Fundación A-Kasa is a social organisation that has gone through processes of science and innovation to create a community development model based on collaborative networks.

Requirements

Other requirements:

Please note that if you are shortlisted for the role, you will be required to:

• Provide two professional and one personal reference
• Complete an oral assessment during your preliminary telephone interview in the language required for the role