Bulletin XLIII

Learn, connect, advance – Free Serbian and Albanian language courses on the VocUp platform!

VocUp is an interactive digital platform for learning the Albanian and Serbian languages, available completely free of charge. The courses are tailored to all levels of knowledge, ranging from beginner (A1) to advanced (C2), and include video lessons, text explanations, exercises, quizzes, and a glossary of terms.

This initiative is supported by the British Embassy in Kosovo and the International Organization for Migration, with the goal of promoting multilingualism and fostering mutual understanding and social cohesion.

Serbian and Albanian are equal official languages ​​in the Republic of Kosovo, and knowing them is the key to better communication, understanding and cooperation between communities in Kosovo. Multilingualism opens the door to new opportunities – be it in education, employment, or social engagement. Learning a language not only expands knowledge, but also builds bridges of trust and mutual respect. On the platform, you can find information and terms civil servants and citizens use most often to facilitate communication and improve the services provided by civil servants.

Whether you are a pupil, student, professional, or simply want to learn a new language, now is the right time to take advantage of this opportunity!

Sign up and start your learning at: www.voc-up.com

ReLOaD3 program open for municipalities to strengthen local democracy!

UNDP Kosovo invites all municipalities that have not yet participated in the ReLOaD program to express their interest in participating in the third phase of the Regional Program for Local Democracy in the Western Balkans (ReLOaD3). This program, financed by the European Union, is implemented in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Serbia. ReLOaD3 aims to strengthen participatory democracy and support the integration of the Western Balkans into the EU by empowering civil society for active participation in decision-making processes and improving the legal and financial environment for civil society organizations (CSOs).

How to apply: Municipalities can request access to the shared folder for their municipality by sending an e-mail to the UNDP IT office at the address: it.ks@undp.org with the subject “ReLOaD3 Application Access”. After the receipt the folder assignment invitation e-mail, they will use the provided four-digit code for access, upload, and manage files until the application deadline expires.

For additional information and clarifications, municipalities can contact the Project Team in Kosovo via e-mail: reload.ks@undp.org, with a reference to the ReLOaD3 project in the title of the message. Questions can be asked no later than five days before the application deadline.

Within the public call, information sessions are organized in the five economic regions of Kosovo:  

• Pristine/Priština: May 06, 2025. (Premises of UNDP Kosovo)
• Gjilan/Gnjilane: May 07, 2025. (Premises of Regional Development Agency East – RDA East)
• South Mitrovica: May 08, 2025. (Premises of Regional Development Agency North – RDA North)
• Peja/Peć: May 12, 2025. (Premises of Regional Development Agency West – RDA West)
• Prizren: May 13, 2025. (Premises of Regional Development Agency South – RDA South)

ReLOaD3 provides an opportunity for municipalities to improve cooperation with civil society, strengthen local democracy and contribute to the inclusive development of their communities.

For more information and to download the necessary documentation, visit the official website of UNDP Kosovo:  www.undp.org/kosovo/publications/call-expression-interest-municipalities-participate-regional-programme-local-democracy-western-balkans-3-reload3

Deadline for applying: June 16, 2025 until 16:00 hrs.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH:

Open call for Western Balkans–Visegrad Fellowship: Opportunity for researchers and PhD students!

The Western Balkans Fund and the International Visegrad Fund invite doctoral students and holders of doctoral degrees from the Western Balkans (WB6) countries and the Visegrad Group (V4) to apply for short-term research scholarships within the Western Balkans–Visegrad Fellowships program.

Program details:

• Duration of the scholarship: from 2 to 10 weeks
• Financial support: EUR 500 per week + travel expenses
• Locations: Institutions of choice in V4 countries (the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia) for candidates from WB6 and vice versa

More information at the following link: https://westernbalkansfund.org/western-balkans-visegrad-fellowships/

Deadline for applying: June 15, 2025.

Open call for women in the IT sector: Sign up for free cybersecurity training and certification!

British Council Kosovo, as part of the initiativeHer Cyber, invites women from the IT  and engineering to apply for fully funded training and an internationally recognized certification in cyber security, accredited by the UK National Cyber ​​Security Center (UK NCSC).

The invitation is intended for women who speak English fluently and meet at least one of the following conditions:

• Final-year undergraduate students in IT or engineering,
• Recent graduates in IT or engineering actively seeking employment,
• Master’s students in IT or engineering looking to enter the job market,
• Early-career IT professionals (with less than three years of experience) seeking a cybersecurity career .

Selected participants will have access to training in key areas of cybersecurity, including:

• Network security,
• Ethical hacking,
• Threat detection and incident response,
• Penetration testing,
• Information security.

The trainings, which normally cost between £500 and £2,500, will be fully funded by the British Council.

Interested applicants should send the following documents in English to info.cybher@britishcouncil.org with the email subject: Application for Certification scheme – Kosovo and send the following documents:

• CV,
• Completed application form (available for download on the official website),
• Consent for data processing.

For more information, please see the following link: https://kosovo.britishcouncil.org/en/programmes/education-society/her-cyber/cybersecurity-certification

Deadline for applying: June 12, 2025 until 23:59 hrs.

Take advantage of this opportunity to start or advance your career in cybersecurity with an internationally recognized certification and support from a reputable institution!

Call for Applications: JWPSI Scholarship 2025 – Opportunity for young researchers in the field of women, peace and security!

The Jahjaga Foundation invites young researchers to apply for a fellowship within the Women, Peace and Security Institute (JWPSI). This scholarship provides an opportunity to research key topics such as gender-based violence, women’s participation in peace processes and protection in conflicts.

Application Criteria:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in political science, gender studies, sociology, international relations, or related fields.
• Experience or strong interest in women, peace, and security issues.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Willingness to engage during two months (1 month in Prishtine/Priština + 1 month remotely).

Scholarship duration:

• August: The first month in Prishtine/Priština.
• September: The second month remotely to finalize the works.

Expected Results:

• One research paper or article (15–25 pages).
• Contribution to the JWPSI platform (research summary, briefing, etc.).
• An optional public blog post or interview reflecting on the fellowship experience.

How to apply:

Send the following documents in English to the following email: contact@jahjagafoundation.org:

• Motivation letter (up to 1 page),
• CV,
• A writing sample (academic or policy-oriented).

This is a paid fellowship. All relevant details regarding compensation and participation will be shared with shortlisted candidates. For more information, please visit the official site: https://jahjagafoundation.org/call-for-applications-jwpsi-fellowship-2025/

Take the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of the women, peace, and security agenda through research work and engagement in the region.

Deadline for applying: June 30, 2025

Citizens’ proactive participation through filing complaints and reporting problems occurring at both municipal and central levels makes the work of the reported institutions and their employees better and, thus, contributes to the improvement of their performance and the better life of all citizens. Protect your rights by using the addresses below:

• Any form of discrimination is prohibited, exercise your right to report discrimination, publicly or anonymously, at the following link: http://www.raportodiskriminimin.org
• If your linguistic rights are being violated by any institution, report it via e-mail at: info-zkgj-kpj@rks-gov.net
• If your rights have been violated by police officers, report the instance to the Police Inspectorate of Kosovo by calling the toll-free number 08000333 or through the complaints section on the official PIK website: //ipk.rks-gov.net/Reporting/Reporting
• If you have a problem and need a professional lawyer’s assistance, you can get free legal aid in your municipality, for more information and consultations call the toll-free number 0800 11 777, visit the website https://anjf.rks-gov.net/page.aspx?id=3,1 or contact the NGO Advancing Together via this email address: info@advancing-together.org and the toll-free number 0800 200 20.

VISIT THE FOLLOWING LINKS OFFERING EMPLOYMENT IN INSTITUTIONS, AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES:

• SUPERPUNA: subsidized jobs for youth aged 18-29, more information and registration at the following link: https://superpuna.rks-gov.net/
•   KOSOVOGENU: three-month internship for youth aged 16-24, more information and registration at the following link:  https://kosovogenu.com/
• Follow job openings in institutions across Kosovo, at the following link: https://aprk.rks-gov.net/Job/Index
• Be a part of positive changes by taking part in public consultations, all information can be found at the following link: https://konsultimet.rks-gov.net/index.php
• Follow grant calls for non-governmental organizations at the following link: https://www.kosovofunding.org/
• For more information and employment opportunities for the Serbian-speaking communities, follow job vacancies at the following portal: http://www.posaonakosovu.com/