This Volunteer Placement is Located in: Mwanza, Tanzania

Start Date: September 2026

Placement Length: 5 months

Language Requirements: English

Eligibility: Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada only The Volunteer’s Role

You will play a pivotal role in empowering SMEs, small-scale, and artisanal miners by providing them with the knowledge, tools, and strategic guidance necessary to thrive in the mining sector. Your expertise will be instrumental in introducing cutting-edge and innovative mining technologies tailored to the unique needs and challenges faced by these communities. Furthermore, you will focus on enhancing technical skills through comprehensive training programs and workshops, ensuring that miners are equipped with the latest best practices and safety standards.

In addition to technical advancement, you will be a passionate advocate for sustainable and environmentally responsible mining methods that promote long-term ecological balance. By championing effective mining practices, you will help drive substantial economic growth and social development within mining communities, ultimately creating a lasting positive impact on their livelihoods and the broader industry. As a volunteer, you will:

Carry out a needs assessment for SMEs, artisanal, and small-scale miners in Geita

Identify appropriate technologies and innovations relevant to small-scale mining

Collaborate closely with SIDO staff to enhance institutional capacity

Assist in establishing connections between miners, technology providers, financial institutions, and markets

Organize and facilitate training sessions and workshops on the latest mining technologies Essential Qualifications:

Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Mineral Processing,



or a closely related discipline Essential Background:

Experience collaborating with small-scale or artisanal mining communities

Familiarity with current mining technologies and methods

Background in capacity development, training, or consulting roles

Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication abilities

Previous experience working in developing countries is advantageous What’s in it for YOU? A life-changing experience! Cuso International

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization based in Canada that works to create social and economic opportunities for equity-deserving groups. Building on over sixty years of impactful work, we address global challenges by tackling the root causes of inequality. Working alongside our partners, we are focused on efforts to improve economic resilience, advance equity and inclusion for all, and deliver progress on climate action.

We believe that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Guided by our values of courage, inclusion, sustainability and accountability, Cuso combines innovative strategies and enduring partnerships to create lasting, meaningful change in communities across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada.

Support

Package

Monthly living allowance

Accommodation

Health insurance (including required vaccinations and antimalarial medication)

Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs

Pre-placement, in-country and reintegration training (along with access to self-directed materials and online resources)

Ongoing local support

Access to the Employee Assistance Program during and after placement Visit our website to view all 30+ international and online volunteer opportunities: https://cusointl.org/3uVN1oJ

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🏢 Cuso International
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