OPEN CALL – Programme Assistant 2026
Ready to turn your ideas into action?
YIHR KS is looking for a dedicated and passionate Programme Assistant to join our team in Pristina. If you care about human rights, youth activism, peacebuilding and reconciliation—and enjoy bringing people and ideas together—we’d love to hear from you.
About YIHR KS
The Youth Initiative for Human Rights – Kosovo (YIHR KS) is a non-governmental organization that promotes human rights and the rule of law, and works to build peace and reconciliation in Kosovo and the wider region. Through our programs, we engage young people in activism, advocacy and education to help create a more just and inclusive society.
Position details
- Location: Pristina, Kosovo
- Starting date: 01.12.2026
- Duration: 6 months, with the possibility of extension
- Status: Full-time
What you’ll do:
- Help implement YIHR KS projects and activities, including handling their logistics.
- Contribute to the organization’s annual reports and newsletters.
- Assist in preparing projects reports, project development and grants writing;
- Responsible for all logistics with regard to projects activities and technical work;
- Responsible to update the monitoring and evaluation database for all projects;
- Provide administrative and organizational support;
- Do independent work as well as teamwork in the implementation of various activities;
- Conduct thorough desk research on human rights, rule of law, dealing with the past, peacebuilding, and other focus areas;
What we’re looking for:
- A bachelor’s degree in social sciences, marketing, communications or a related field.
- At least one year of experience in communications or public relations, and at least one year of experience implementing projects in an NGO or another organization.
- Knowledge of Kosovo and the Western Balkans, including the region’s social and political context.
- Familiarity with dealing with the past, human rights and youth issues in Kosovo and the Western Balkans.
- Excellent spoken and written Albanian and English and/or Serbian.
- Strong computer, communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks, meet agreed timelines, and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Motivation, initiative and an interest in contributing to YIHR KS’s work.
- Readiness to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
What we offer:
- A supportive and dynamic team.
- Opportunities to learn, grow professionally, and travel.
- The chance to contribute to human rights and youth activism.
- As well as health insurance and mental health and wellbeing benefits.
How to apply:
Email the following to jobs@yihr.org with the subject line “Programme Assistant 2026”:
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Two reference letter
- Application deadline: November 16, 2026 at 23:59.
YIHR KS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.