Cuso International
international cooperation and development
BusinessDevelopmentAdvisor
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“Business Development Advisor at Cuso International. Skills: business development, strategic partnerships, market analysis, impact investing, blended finance. Conduct high-level ecosystem analysis to identify strategic gaps, trends, and key segments in Colombia’s impact investing.. Map and prioritize potential institutional partners, and identify opportunities for new programs or blended finance initiatives aligned with Fundacion SVX Colombia’s capabilities.”
What You'll Achieve.
strengthen Fundacion SVX Colombia business development strategy and institutional positioning within (country)’s impact investing ecosystem.; expand Fundacion SVX Colombia pipeline of projects; strengthen relationships with investors and institutional partners; align strategic growth opportunities with the organization’s mission and thematic priorities; strategic ecosystem opportunity brief; updated stakeholder mapping; 4–6 funding proposals; advancement of at least one new partnership pathway; a final advisory memo with strategic recommendations for Fundacion SVX Colombia’s growth and positioning.
Industry & Context.
identification of strategic gaps, trends, and key segments; identify opportunities for new programs or blended finance initiatives; provide strategic recommendations
Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only, Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest, 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, 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.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, International Relations, or related fields., Over 7 years of pertinent experience in business development, strategic partnerships, market analysis, or consulting., Proven experience working with institutional stakeholders such as donors, foundations, development finance institutions (DFIs), corporate partners, and public agencies.
Nice to Have
Experience in impact investing, blended finance, or structuring funding proposals.
What You'll Do.
Conduct high-level ecosystem analysis to identify strategic gaps
and key segments in Colombia’s impact investing.
Map and prioritize potential institutional partners
and identify opportunities for new programs or blended finance initiatives aligned with Fundacion SVX Colombia’s capabilities.
Support preparation of concept notes
and funding proposals
and assist in strategic meetings with potential funders.
Contribute to designing new service offerings and develop tailored materials for diverse stakeholders.
Produce market intelligence briefs on priority themes
benchmark international models
and provide strategic recommendations to senior management.
Support the design of high-level convenings to unlock capital flows and align with Embassy of Canada cooperation priorities.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work with underserved groups; in coordination with partners; strengthening relationships with investors and institutional partners; aligning strategic growth opportunities with the organization’s mission and thematic priorities; strategic meetings with potential funders; senior management; high-level convenings
Communication Scope
Spanish [Level 4-Advanced]
Full Job Description
**This Volunteer Placement is Located in:** Bogotá, Bogota, Colombia **Start Date:** July 2026 **Placement Length:** 5 months **Language Requirements:** Spanish [Level 4-Advanced](https://cusointl.org/Language-Requirements) Please submit a Spanish Resume and Statement of Interest **Eligibility:** Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only **The Volunteer’s Role** You will support the identification, structuring, and advancement of strategic partnerships, funding opportunities, and ecosystem initiatives that mobilize capital toward social and environmental impact. The overall purpose of this placement is to strengthen Fundacion SVX Colombia business development strategy and institutional positioning within (country)’s impact investing ecosystem. The volunteer would be based with the strategic partner to develop the capacity to work with underserved groups, so that they can be treated with dignity, reach their potential, and fully participate in society, in coordination with partners who can support overcoming their barriers. This role will contribute to expanding Fundacion SVX Colombia pipeline of projects, strengthening relationships with investors and institutional partners, and aligning strategic growth opportunities with the organization’s mission and thematic priorities (e.g., climate action, rural development, gender lens investing). Apply today **As a volunteer, you will:** * Conduct high-level ecosystem analysis to identify strategic gaps, trends, and key segments in Colombia’s impact investing. Map and prioritize potential institutional partners, and identify opportunities for new programs or blended finance initiatives aligned with Fundacion SVX Colombia’s capabilities. * Support preparation of concept notes, partnership briefs, and funding proposals, and assist in strategic meetings with potential funders. Contribute to designing new service offerings and develop tailored materials for diverse stakeholders. * Produce market intelligen
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