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:

• Place: Prishtina
• Starting date: March
• Duration: 12 months (with the possibility of extension)
• Status: Full-time

Main 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.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Marketing and Communications;
• At least one year of working experience working 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 English, while Serbian language is an asset;
• 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.

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: February 25, 2024

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