The National Cooperative Business Association CLUSA International (NCBA CLUSA) is the trade association for cooperative businesses in the United States and an international development organization. NCBA CLUSA provides cross-sector education, technical assistance, and advocacy that helps co-ops thrive. For nearly 100 years, NCBA CLUSA has sought to advance and protect cooperative enterprises, highlighting the impact that cooperatives have in bettering the lives of individuals and families. In the last 60 years, NCBA CLUSA has worked in over 100 countries in the areas of food security, agricultural development, strengthening of communities and farmer organizations, community-based health, natural resources management, and empowerment of smallholder farmers, women, and youth. We currently work in 21 countries in Africa, Latin America, and Asia.

NCBA CLUSA’s USAID-funded Farmer-to-Farmer program sends American farmers and agribusiness professionals on 2-4 week agricultural development assignments, promoting sustainable growth and agricultural development worldwide.  Volunteer technical assistance from U.S. farmers, agribusinesses, cooperatives and universities helps smallholder farmers in developing countries improve productivity, access new markets and conserve environmental and natural resources.  During COVID-19 we have shifted to a hybrid volunteer model that affords US volunteers and in-country volunteers the opportunity to continue to provide technical assistance.   For more information visit NCBA CLUSA Farmer-to-Farmer.

NCBA CLUSA is currently seeking qualified US candidates for 1 in-person Farmer-to-Farmer volunteer assignment for the position of Website Designer in support of (COCASJOL) Cooperativa Agropecuaria Cafetalera San José, Limitada based in San José de Colinas, Honduras.

COCASJOL is an organization created by organic coffee growers in the municipality of San José de Colinas. COCASJOL works to improve the economic, social, and educational conditions of the community through the sustainable production of coffee.

COCASJOL seeks support in designing a business webpage for sharing information about the organization’s services and products. COCASJOL wishes to build capacity for maintaining communication channels, keeping website updated with relevant information and developing an online sales presence. Upon completion of the assignment COCASJOL board members will choose a participant from the training to manage website and communications.

Duration: 2 weeks April-May 2023

ESSENTIAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Lead training in the design and management of business website
• Generate online sales presence by developing a store component of website
• Ensure participants can continually update and manage website and store upon completion of training

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency in graphic design software and other visual design tools.
• Experience in designing websites for business and commercial transactions
• Working knowledge in social media management
• High verbal communication skills
• Available for virtual communications with Host Organization, Staff and Co-volunteer
• US candidate must be legally able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Advanced English language skills; reading, writing, speaking 

All application materials must be submitted in English.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

NCBA CLUSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, and legally protected characteristics for non-merit factors.