Cuso International Cover Letter

Dear CEO, I am interested in the Country representative position at Cuso International. This position is a great fit for my skills and interests, and I believe I would be an asset to the team. I have experience in gender equality, women and girls’ empowerment, economic opportunities for youth, and climate change. I am skilled in program delivery and compliance, administrative, financial and operational management. I am also experienced in managing existing partnerships and volunteers, innovation, new projects and partnerships, Strategic Planning, and mobilizing resources. I am interested in this position because it allows me to use my skills to help achieve Cuso International’s goal of a more just and equitable world. I am passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, and I believe this position would be a great opportunity to do that. I am based in Nigeria and have a preference for working in Nigeria, but I am open to other locations. I am enclosing my resume and would appreciate any opportunity to discuss the Country representative position with you. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Diana Amabelle Nwakanma

Dear HR Manager, I am writing to apply for the position of Senior Manager, Program Strategy, Development and Innovation at Cuso International. This position is of great interest to me, as it emphasizes partnership, strategy, program development and thought leadership - all skills that I have developed throughout my career. I have spent the last 15 years working in the field of international development, with a focus on gender equity, inclusion, economic resilience and TVET. I have also worked extensively on climate action and livelihood programs. My experience has taught me the importance of thinking creatively and outside the box to come up with innovative solutions to complex problems. I am a strong leader and have the ability to influence and inspire others. I am also a strategic thinker and have the ability to develop long-term plans and see the big picture. I am confident that I can excel in this role and contribute to the success of Cuso International. I am based in Ottawa, Canada but am willing to relocate if necessary. I look forward to discussing this opportunity with you further and thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Diana Amabelle Nwakanma