Program Associate: Gender and Inclusion

Position Summary

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) in Kosovo seeks a Program Associate with strong analytical, writing, interpersonal and administrative skills to join the Gender and Inclusion Team. The Program Associate will help support a broad array of programs designed to increase abilities of political and legislative institutions to serve with accountability to its diverse communities through fostering gender equality and inclusion of marginalized communities, including people with disabilities, youth, ethnic and religious minorities and LGBTQI+ persons. This full-time position is based in Prishtina, Kosovo and the anticipated start date is January 15, 2023.

Responsibilities

• Participate and/or coordinate in internal meetings to develop and maintain a knowledge of team and program objectives and work progress and demonstrate this understanding in the execution and completion of assigned work.
• Assist with the execution of program, and/or team plans by performing administrative (e.g. coordination of logistics for meetings, training and other public events, data entry, travel, etc.) and programmatic assignments.
• Complete basic research and analysis assignments and provide summarized findings in a clear, concise and understandable manner, with objectives, relevant facts, data, and conclusions presented as required.
• Support and or prepare the preparation of selected materials (activity concept, training agenda and materials, presentations, etc.) and communications.
• Implement and propose new processes and/or methodologies to assist in the tracking and monitoring of program and/or team work progress, data, and other relevant information (e.g. budget for training and other public events, travel for participants).
• Support the planning and execution of team events with external parties, attending as required to provide onsite support or as a development opportunity.
• Actively seek and engage in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge in project/program management, and maintain a general working knowledge of relevant program trends and issues occurring external to NDI.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications: Education, Experience, KSAs

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Political Science, Gender Studies, Social Work, Political Economy, Women, Peace and Security or a related field.
• This is an entry level program position. Previous work or internship experience in gender focused programming, international development, legislative affairs or a related subject is desired.
• Strong interest in one or more of NDI’s international development disciplines, e.g. political campaigns, elections, community organizing, technology/innovation, etc.
• Good research and analysis skills to allow for gathering, summarizing and presenting findings.
• Interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization, as well as externally with NDI partners and other stakeholders.
• Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and project a professional image when giving and taking information in writing, in person, and through various communication media.
• An attention-to-detail, with a propensity to complete work accurately and with a focus on quality.
• Initiative and the ability to multitask and prioritize; manage time, problem-solving, and organizational skills; and flexibility to adapt and respond to shifting priorities.
• Capacity to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to apply discretion and maintain confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of Google Suite tools preferred.
• Fluency in English and at least in one of the official languages, Albanian or Serbian. Fluency in other local languages is desired.

Work Environment

• This position generally is performed in an office environment and may be suitable for partial telework. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required, as well as attendance at external events. This position generally requires regular travel for field work throughout the country.

NDI is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). As such, NDI makes employment decisions and provides equal employment opportunity without regard to an applicant’s or employee’s race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by Kosovo Law on Labour.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV/resume, and list two names/references.

To apply please send all documents to [email protected], no later than December 4, 2022 midnight, and indicate what position you are applying for in the subject line.