National Project Officer (NP1) EXB - Short Term

Coordinate project implementation and contribute to women's empowerment.

Application deadline in 28 days: Thursday 13 Aug 2026 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Coordinate project implementation and contribute to women's empowerment.

You have:

  • First level university degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Social and Political Sciences, Law, Inter-disciplinary studies or other relevant discipline.
  • A minimum two years of professional-level experience with international, inter-governmental or civil society organizations.
  • Experience in the field of gender equality, women’s empowerment and women’s public participation.
  • Excellent project management knowledge.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and at least one local language.
  • Computer literate with practical experience with Microsoft applications.

Background:

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Public Participation Section (S3 level), the successful candidate will be tasked with the following duties:

  1. Coordinating ExB project implementation, and ensuring that the project activities are successfully implementing in accordance with the project objective throughout the project cycle, including: meeting relevant interlocutors; designing and implementing action plans and timelines; monitoring budget implementation to ensure compliance with donor requirements and OSCE’s policies and procedures; supporting the documentation of the project for monitoring and reporting purposes; advise the Project Manager on Project related risks, and relevant mitigating measures to be adopted;
  2. Collaborating closely with OMiS colleagues to ensure alignment across the project; Establishing and maintaining regular contacts with direct beneficiaries and all other relevant interlocutors involved in the field of advancing young women role in inter-community dialogue and trust-building;
  3. Drafting activity reports, technical/outcome reports, progressing reports as well as the annual final self-evaluation reports. Drafting all additional reports donors might request throughout the project cycle. Coordinating the collation of information and the developing of knowledge products, resources and publications related to the project;
  4. Coordinating and supporting the planning and organization of activities and events, including: preparing and compiling relevant background material and documentation, such as concept notes, agendas/programmes, briefs, etc.; identifying participants; planning and securing the needed logistical arrangements such as accommodation, transportation, translation services etc.; timely reporting and adequate archiving of all relevant activity documents;
  5. Leading the organization of bi-annual meeting of the ExB Project Steering Board, including: timely disseminating invitation, ensuring all needed logistical and administrative arrangements; Ensuring the meetings are adequately recorded;
  6. Ensuring dissemination of project outputs; supporting communication-related activities, including communications/outreach strategy, and social media to disseminate information and managing the visibility of the project in line with OSCE Mission in Kosovo and donor requirements

For more detailed information on the structure and work of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo, please see: Mission in Kosovo (osce.org)

Necessary Qualifications:

  • First level university degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Social and Political Sciences, Law, Inter-disciplinary studies or other relevant discipline;
  • A minimum two years of professional-level experience with international, inter-governmental or civil society organizations, preferably working in the field of gender equality, women’s empowerment and women’s public participation;
  • Excellent project management knowledge;
  • Experience working with relevant women's / gender organizations or thematic issues is considered an advantage;
  • Experience working on projects funded by multiple donors;
  • Computer literate with practical experience with Microsoft applications;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and at least one local language.

Remuneration Package:

Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deductions is 1,872.58 Euro/month.

Social benefits will include participation in the OSCE group medical insurance scheme.

If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under OSCE Careers - Jobs. Applicants are encouraged to use the online recruitment and only fully completed OSCE applications will be accepted.

However, if you have technical difficulties with the system you may use the offline application form found under Offline application form | OSCE Employment and forward the completed form quoting the vacancy number by e-mail to: [email protected]

Kindly note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or in languages other than the English language shall not be considered.

The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy notice, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment/assignment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment/assignment with a modified job description/terms of reference or for a different duration.

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization.

Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity, independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate.

For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model, please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model

Please note that for this position the OSCE does not reimburse expenses such as travel in connection with interviews, tests, visas and relocation. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.

The mandatory retirement age at the OSCE is 65 years for contracted positions at the general service, professional and director level. The Organization shall apply an age limit of 63 years at the time of appointment as the incumbent selected is normally expected to carry out the contractual obligation of two years.

Additional Information

  • Issued by: OSCE Mission in Kosovo
  • Requisition ID: KOS000501
  • Contract Type: Short-term/Temporary Short-Term Monthly
  • Grade: NP1
  • Job Level: National Professional
  • Job Type: Contracted
  • Number of posts: 1
  • Location: KOS - OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Prishtine / Pristina
  • Issue Date: Jul 13, 2026
  • Closing Date: Aug 13, 2026
  • Employee Status: Short-Term
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Education Level: Bachelor's Degree (First-level university degree or equivalent)
  • Job Field: Democratization
  • Target Start Date: As soon as possible

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in managing gender-related projects? The interviewer wants to assess your project management skills in the gender equality field. Detail specific projects you managed, focusing on your role and the impact.
What strategies would you implement to enhance women's public participation? The interviewer is interested in your approach to encouraging women's involvement. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle communication with diverse stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide examples of how you ensure project compliance with donor requirements? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe how you would organize a project event. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What reporting tools or methods do you use? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Share an example of a challenge you faced in a past project and how you overcame it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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