Job Vacancies at World University Service of Canada (WUSC)

WUSC (World University Service of Canada) is a Canadian global development organization working to catalyze positive education and economic outcomes for young people. We collaborate with a diverse network of partners, volunteers, students, schools, governments, and businesses who share our vision of a more inclusive, equitable world. Together, we foster youth-centered solutions that enable young people—particularly women and displaced populations—to thrive and belong. WUSC operates in 28 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, and in Canada, delivering a diverse portfolio of development projects in collaboration with multilateral and bilateral donors.

Our vision and mission

Our vision is a world where every young person thrives and belongs. Our mission is to catalyze positive education and economic outcomes for young people. We support all young people, with a focus on women and displaced people.

Our Values

  • Youth Voice and Agency

Young people are not just passive recipients of decisions, but active agents of change in shaping their futures, their communities, and our work. We respect, amplify, and value the perspectives and actions of young people.

  • Collaboration and Partnership

More good is done together than apart. Our work is rooted in transformative partnerships. We value collaborations that bring together different thoughts, ideas, and skills to co-create.

  • Learning and Innovation

Our world is constantly changing, and so, too, are the challenges and opportunities that young people face. We relentlessly pursue what works, which includes a willingness to adapt to key learnings, local contexts, and the changes around us. We use evidence and the lessons we learn to adapt our practices, explore new ideas, and innovate for greater impact.contextually relevant solutions and foster systemic change.

  • Inclusion

We value each individual’s unique contributions. We challenge all forms of harassment and discrimination, promoting representation and involvement from all those who participate in our work. We are dedicated to removing systemic barriers so that no one is left behind, and creating an environment that enables all people to equally participate, engage, and thrive.

  • Courageous Leadership

We are ambitious. We have to be. The issues we work on are vast and complex. We are not afraid of taking risks and being creative to advance our mission faster and at a greater scale. We boldly pursue innovative solutions, challenge the status quo, and tackle complex global issues with determination and vision.

Our History

WUSC (World University Service of Canada) was founded in the 1920s as part of a global network that provided support to displaced students in post-war Europe. Since then, we have evolved into a Canadian global development organization working in over a dozen countries around the world that supports education, economic opportunities, and empowerment for youth, their families, and their communities.

Career Opportunities
Our team is deeply committed to our vision of creating a better world for youth. Everyone shares in WUSC’s values: inclusivity, leadership, and integrity. Each day, they come into work driven by our mission and they leave with a sense of accomplishment, seeing the direct impact of our efforts.

Prospective candidates should look forward to joining a youthful, very diverse, highly skilled, multilingual, and action-oriented team. Our atmosphere is casual, friendly, and always buzzing with excitement.

We are encouraged to collaborate with one another within and across departments, in Canada and internationally. We are provided with opportunities to learn and grow as individuals and as teams. We are also encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance and an open culture of respect and appreciation.

The WUSC office is centrally-located in Hintonburg, Ottawa. We offer competitive benefits, four weeks of annual leave (for full-time employees), safe and healthy working conditions, and fair compensation.

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