Territorial Coordinator

Job description

Number of Positions: 2 positions (one in each region listed under the Location)

Location: Lima, Piura or Arequipa, Peru

Reports to: Project Manager

Position Type: Full-time, Fixed-term contract

Language requirements: Fluent in Spanish, working knowledge of English desired

Eligibility: Local National, must be eligible to work in Peru

About 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.

Cuso presently supports programs implemented in Africa, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).

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About The Role
Cuso will be implementing the Peruvian Response for Opportunities of Venezuelan Migrants and Refugees in Employment and Sustainable Income Generating Activities (PROMESA) in Peru funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC).

PROMESA provides skills training and job placements for Venezuelan Migrants and Refugees (VMR) and vulnerable members of host communities (VMHC) in Lima/Callao, Arequipa, Ica and Piura, particularly women, LGBTQ2IA+ individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous and Afro-descendant population, with a focus on enhancing their economic well-being.

Reporting to the PROMESA Program Manager (PM), this position of Territorial Coordinator (TC) will be responsible for providing technical support to implementing partner (IP), private and public sector partners (PPSP) and other stake holders ensuring that activities under PROMESA in Lima-Callao, Arequipa, Ica, and Piura are carried out according to annual work plans.

Key Responsibilities And Deliverables
Coordination of Project Activities

• In coordination with the PM, the TC will monitor and support IP and PPSP in the implementation of activities in their respective regions according to the project implementation plan.
  
  
• Support the PM in technical areas of the PROMESA project expected results
• Identify PPSP and conduct Capacity Assessment Process (CAP) and due diligence process with private sector companies
• Support the PM in the development of Memorandums of Understanding with PPSP
• Responsible for the coordination and monitoring of employability and entrepreneurship consultants.
  
  
• Responsible for the implementation of the Inclusive and Sustainable Route and the micro-entrepreneurship programs of PROMESA.
  
  
• Support the PM in activities such as organization of events with IP, PPSP and other stakeholders held in their project region.
  
  
• Provide follow-up support to PROMESA participants during their training and upon employment and self-employment.
  
  
• Participate in the Operations Committee meetings with IP and PPSP
• Support the monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) activities in their regions, including the preparation and submission of the project´s progress reports
• In coordination with the MEAL officer and PM, support the design of data-collection strategy, as well as documentation of results, impact, lessons learned and good practices.
  
  
• Responsible for entering information from their areas of intervention into the MEAL system
• Support visits from donor, headquarters and program office.
  
  
• Support the PM to implement the communication plan, including the promotion of Cuso International in their regions including writing of success stories
• Share with PM relevant information that might affect the project positively or negatively

Other Responsibilities

• Fulfill other responsibilities, as required by the PM, CR, from time to time.
  
  
• Regular travel within Peru, particularly Lima, Piura, Arequipa and Ica.
  
  

Position Requirements
Education

• Relevant accreditation in relevant field related to employment and technical and soft-skills training

Experience

• At least three (3) years of relevant experience in employability and entrepreneurship projects Experience providing technical assistance and logistical support to various stakeholders
• Strong record of providing quality customer service to internal and external clients, including partners and donors
• Experience in developing and delivering training modules on entrepreneurship and employability
• Proven ability to be self-serving in IT (Outlook, Email, databases, basic excel, PowerPoint, amongst others) and willingness to develop IT skills to improve effectiveness at work.
  
  

Knowledge

• Knowledge about the situation of Venezuelan migrants in Peru, particularly the barriers to access employment and develop their business
• Knowledge of gender equality and human rights approach.
  
  

Capacities, Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail, including the ability to identify, resolve, and correct errors
• Ability to manage time, tight deadlines and work effectively under pressure
• Proven ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural context, in multiple teams that may be geographically dispersed
• Ability to solve problems and prioritize
• Listening skills and continuous learning
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Proven commitment for the integration of gender and inclusion in the workplace
• Fluency in Spanish
• Strong working ability in English, both spoken and written is desired

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 by September 19, 2025, at 11:59 PM (EST).

Interested candidates are invited to submit: 1) Copy of resume in English, maximum 4 pages; and 2) Cover letter in Spanish indicating the region where you would like to work (Lima, Piura or Arequipa).

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.

Note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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.

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