Canadian Volunteer – Advocacy and Communications — Alinea International

Alinea International is seeking a Canadian Volunteer for Advocacy and Communications to work with SEND Ghana in Tamale, Ghana. The volunteer will contribute to impactful community initiatives and gain practical experience in communications, knowledge management, and gender-responsive programming. The position requires a minimum of 6 months commitment, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

Overview

The United for Care-sensitive Approaches to Rights and Empowerment (UCARE) Project is a five-year project funded by Global Affairs Canada that seeks to enhance the realization of women and adolescent girls’ rights to equal distribution of domestic work and reduced burden of unpaid care work in Northern Ghana.

• The project works collaboratively with national partners, regional and local governments to create an evidence-based, gender-responsive and care-sensitive policy and programming environment.
• UCARE partners with local organizations SEND, NETRIGHT and women’s rights organizations using the Gender Model Families approach to recognize, reduce and redistribute the burden of unpaid care work more equitably within households.

Role & Responsibilities

The Canadian Volunteer will work with the SEND Ghana team to strengthen Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) capabilities and contribute to community initiatives.

• The volunteer will contribute to the development of communications materials and strategies to promote the UCARE project and its partners.
• The volunteer will support the SEND Ghana team in implementing the Gender Model Families program, reaching up to 50,000 families in three northern regions of Ghana.

Requirements

• Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
• Relevant academic qualifications and experience in communications, international development, or a related field.
• Strong English language skills.
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 6 months, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

Compensation & Benefits

• Daily living allowance / stipend.
• International travel support.
• Accommodation and approved field expenses covered.
• Professional development and international field experience.
• Opportunity to build networks within the international development sector.

How to Apply

To apply, candidates must submit a CV and cover letter that effectively aligns their skills and experiences with the specific job responsibilities outlined in the position’s description.

• A CV that demonstrates relevant qualifications and experience, including academic qualifications.
• A cover letter that demonstrates aptitude and enthusiasm for the role, daily fee, and current availability.
• Shortlisted applicants may be invited for a brief virtual interview.

Who Should Apply

This volunteer position is ideal for motivated Canadian graduates and young professionals seeking meaningful, hands-on experience in international development. The successful candidate will have a strong academic background in communications, international development, or a related field, and be eager to step beyond the classroom and into profound, hands-on work that delivers real-world impact.

Applicants who have experience working in a similar context, particularly in West Africa, and have a strong understanding of gender-responsive programming and care-sensitive approaches, will be highly competitive for this position.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of the volunteer position?

The volunteer position is for a minimum of 6 months, with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

What are the language requirements for the position?

The position requires strong English language skills.

What kind of support will I receive as a volunteer?

The volunteer will receive a daily living allowance, international travel support, accommodation, and approved field expenses covered.

What kind of experience will I gain from this position?

The volunteer will gain practical experience in communications, knowledge management, and gender-responsive programming, and have the opportunity to build networks within the international development sector.

How do I apply for the position?

To apply, candidates must submit a CV and cover letter that effectively aligns their skills and experiences with the specific job responsibilities outlined in the position’s description.

What is the deadline for applications?

The deadline for applications is August 30, 2026.