Monitoring, Evaluation and Project Development Advisor

About the role

Cuso International offers a 5-month volunteer placement in Lima, Peru, starting in January 2027, under the SHARE project (Sharing Canadian Expertise for Inclusive Development and Gender Equality) with partner Centro Bartolome de las Casas. The Monitoring, Evaluation and Project Development Advisor strengthens the planning, monitoring and evaluation capacity of the local partner, working closely with its Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Unit to improve how projects are designed, tracked and assessed. Spanish at advanced level (Level 4) is required, and the position is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and analyze funding opportunities, producing bi-monthly reports on eligibility, amounts, deadlines and recommendations.
• Develop and maintain a database of past and ongoing projects, including funding sources, scope, target populations, outcomes and performance indicators.
• Evaluate completed projects against indicators and targets, and write evaluation reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Support evidence-based planning and decision-making through analysis and insights.
• Promote inclusive, results-driven approaches that reach underserved populations.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Political Science, International Development, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Statistics, Monitoring and Evaluation or a related field.
• Experience supporting projects, programs or initiatives in the non-profit, public, private or international development sectors.
• Training or coursework in project management, monitoring and evaluation, research methods, data analysis or development studies is an asset.

Required skills

• Strong research and analytical skills, gathering, interpreting and presenting information.
• Data collection, organization and reporting, including dashboards and summaries for stakeholders.
• Excellent written communication, report writing and synthesis of complex information.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and collaborate with diverse teams.

What we offer

• Monthly living allowance and accommodation.
• Health insurance, including vaccinations and antimalarial medication.
• Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs.
• Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training, plus ongoing local support and access to the Employee Assistance Program.

Shortlisted candidates must confirm passport or permanent resident details, provide two professional references, pass a language assessment, a police check and medical clearance, comply with anti-terrorism checks, and agree to the PSEA policy and Code of Conduct.