OPEN CALL – Program & Communications Assistant

YIHR KS is looking for one (1) dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Program & Communications Assistant.

Details about the position:

• Location: Pristina, Kosovo
• Starting date: September 2024
• Duration: 6 months (with the possibility of extension)
• Status: Full-time 

About YIHR KS:

Youth Initiative for Human Rights – Kosovo (YIHR KS) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting human rights, rule of law, and fostering peacebuilding and reconciliation in Kosovo and the wider region. Through various programs and initiatives, YIHR KS engages youth in activism, advocacy, and education to create a more just and inclusive society.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation of all activities within the projects implemented by YIHR KS;
• Responsible for all logistics of program-related activities;
• Organize meetings on Behalf of Generation Peace Activists Network (GPAN);
• Hold and organize meetings on behalf of GPAN with CSOs from the region and also Kosovar institutions;
• Coordinate with the Project Manager on matters related to GPAN;
• Organize the communication with GPAN members;
• Manage communication channels of YIHR KS such as emails, webpage, and other social media accounts in line with the communication strategy;
• Assist in preparing and maintaining Annual Reports and Newsletters of YIHR KS;
• Be a primary point of contact and maintain relations with all media in Kosovo;
• Prepare press statements;
• Produce promotional materials for YIHR KS, posters, leaflets, short videos, etc.;
• Keep records of the communication data, such as the number of interactions on social media, the number of views on the webpage, etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Marketing and Communications, or a related field;
• At least one year of working experience with communications and public relations;
• At least one year of working experience in project implementation in an NGO or other organizations;
• Knowledge of the social and political context of Kosovo and the Western Balkans region;
• Knowledge of dealing with the past, human rights, and youth issues in Kosovo and the Western Balkans region;
• Excellent speaking and writing skills in Albanian and/or Serbian and English;
• Excellent computer skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to multi-task and plan according to agreed timelines;
• Ability to work individually with little oversight and as part of the group;
• Be self-motivated and passionate about contributing to the growth of the organization;
• Readiness to work in a diverse and dynamic working environment.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the field of human rights and youth activism.
• Competitive salary, Health Insurance and Benefits Packages (Mental Health and Wellbeing Package) 

How to apply:

Send the following documents to jobs@yihr.org with the e-mail subject “Program and Communications Assistant 2024”:

• CV
• Motivation letter
• Writing samples (research, articles, blogs, etc.)
• Two reference contacts 

Deadline: August 23, 2024

YIHR KS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.