INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT FOR CITIZENS:
NOTIFICATION: OFFICE FOR COMMUNITY AFFAIRS WITHIN THE OFFICE OF PRIME MINISTER IS PUBLISHING VACANCY FOR THE OFFICE DIRECTOR
The Office for Community Affairs within the Office of Prime Minister invites all interested citizens to apply for the position of Office Director. Required education:
First degree higher education diploma (Bachelor’s Degree) in law, economics, public administration, political science, sociology, philosophy.
Required work experience: at least five (5) years of professional work experience including one of the following requirements:
1) three (3) years of work experience in managerial positions, or
2) two (2) years of work experience in managerial positions, a second degree diploma (Master’s Degree), or
3) one (1) year of work experience in managerial positions and a third degree higher education diploma (PhD).
The position is intended only for non-majority communities, in order to fill the quota reserved for non-majority communities in civil service of central government institutions.
Non-majority communities and their members are entitled to a fair and proportional representation in civil service of Kosovo, as provided by the Law, therefore they are encouraged to apply.
For more information, please see the following link:
https://konkursi.rks-gov.net/jobs?servant=1&institution=27968 – alb.
https://konkursi.rks-gov.net/jobs?servant=1&institution=27968 – srb.
https://konkursi.rks-gov.net/jobs?servant=1&institution=27968 – eng.
Deadline for applying: August 10, 2024.
NOTIFICATION: INCREASE IN CHILDREN’S ALLOWANCE FOR ALL CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 16!
Minister of Finance, Labor and Transfers, Hekuran Murati announced an increase of child allowance that will be paid from next month, in which the subsidies will be allocated based on the number of children in a family.
- One child: + €20 per month (€240 per year)
- Two children: + €+40 per month (€480 per year)
- Three children: + €90 per month (€1,080 per year)
- While other children after the third child will have an allowance of €30 for each child.
The new scheme is designed to give more support to families, regardless of the age of their children.
Parents who are not registered can do so through the E-Kosova Platform at: https://rks-gov.net/Service/1
GRANTS FOR CITIZENS AND NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS/BUSINESSES
NOTIFICATION: KCSF OFFERS PARTNERSHIP GRANTS FOR CIVIL SOCIETY AND PRIVATE SECTOR ORGANIZATIONS
The USAID-funded Civic Engagement Program is now accepting applications to support partnerships between civil society organizations (CSOs) and the private sector.
These partnerships will work on joint initiatives that address concerns (issues) faced by the community and promote cross-sectoral cooperation, with the aim of fostering increased social trust and a more favorable environment for both financial and non-financial support to civil society.
The maximum amount that can be awarded is €7,300. A 20% cost share is required. Contributions in kind are welcome but are not considered co-financing.
To be considered for this funding opportunity, interested applicants must submit their proposals to the following email address: ceainfo@kcsfoundation.org .
For questions regarding the application documents, please contact the following email address: ceainfo@kcsfoundation.org. Answers to all questions received will be posted in the “Apply for Grants” section of the KCSF’s website.
For more information about the Call, please visit the following link:
https://kcsfoundation.org/sr/open-call/grantove-partnerstva/ – srb.
https://kcsfoundation.org/open-call/thirrje-per-aplikim-per-grante-per-partneritet/ – alb.
https://kcsfoundation.org/en/open-call/partnership-grants/ – eng.
Deadline for applying: July 30, 2024.
NOTICE – USAID INVITES NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS TO APPLY FOR FUNDING
USAID Kosovo invites qualified for-profit, non-profit and non-governmental organizations to express interest for receiving funding for the implementation of innovative approaches that sustainably increase the competitiveness of key export-oriented sectors in Kosovo: wood processing (including modular houses and prefabricated buildings), ICT and food sector. Funding for proposals involving diaspora engagement may also cover other sectors in addition to those mentioned. In this Call for Applications, eligible organizations can apply for funding ranging from €40,000 to €80,000.
The main goal of the five-year USAID Kosovo Compete Activity program is to enable greater competitiveness of private sector on domestic, regional and international markets through a sustainable approach that empowers companies, organizations and relevant institutions in overcoming systemic limitations. The main areas of work of the USAID Kosovo Compete Activity program include: market access; diversified finances; business enhancement; skills development; and business environment support. The USAID Kosovo Compete Activity program is financed by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and is implemented by DT Global, as main contractor, together with the organizations Recura Financials and Canopy Lab as subcontractors. More information about the Call can be found at: https://www.portalpune.com/jobs/1435250221-notice-of-funding-opportunity-njoftim-per-mundesi-te-financimit-obavestenje-o-moguc-nosti-finansiranja
Deadline for applying: 01 August 2024.
NOTICE – OPEN CALL FOR SMALL GRANTS FOR CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS (CSOs)
The Macedonian Center for International Cooperation (MCIC), on behalf of the Southeast European Leadership for Development and Integrity (SELDI), announces a regional Call for Proposals for the SELDI small grants program: “Financial support to local and youth civil society organizations with access to citizens” (Reference number 10 -46/1-2024). The Call for Proposals falls within the scope of the Project: “Civil Society for Good Governance and Anti-Corruption in Southeast Europe: Building Capacity for Evidence-Based Advocacy, Policy Influence and Citizen Engagement (SELDI.net)”, funded by the European Union.
The SELDI small grants program seeks to strengthen the contribution of civil society organizations from the Western Balkan countries (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia), in fight against corruption and their inclusion in the cycle of advocacy and policy influence of SELDI, through financial prioritizing civil society organizations, including local and youth CSOs, which are active in fight against corruption.
The overall objective of this call for proposals is to support local CSOs in implementing the EU and regional anti-corruption agenda in target countries, and in line with the issues identified in the SELDI Regional Anti-Corruption Report (RAR), SELDI Policy Papers and the latest reports on enlargement package for target countries.
You can apply only in English, and for more information on how to apply, visit the following link: https://seldi.net/news-and-events/call-for-proposals-for-the-seldi-small-grants-programme/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1b02d9MlYrHZrOjXhzxDhmHNm0HRx9TYAAmGoyILPfpsCUQgU7rw7EFTs_aem_bxl9e9nj4EyqIP6iQU80FQ&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=seldi_ad1&mibextid=xfxF2i
Deadline for applying: August 01, 2024.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
NOTIFICATION: THE EMBASSY OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY IN KOSOVO IS HIRING
If Serbian is your mother tongue, you know English, have knowledge of political processes in Kosovo and the region, have experience in project management and strong analytical skills, you can apply for: Associate for Press, Politics, Culture and Development Cooperation Departments.
To apply for the position, you need a CV, motivational letter, references, diplomas, all of which should be sent to e-mail: vw-10@pris.diplo.de
For more information, please visit the following link> https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=809626471312295&set=a.249354020672879
Deadline for applying: July 30, 2024.
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:
Ø SUPERPUNA: subsidized jobs for youth aged 18-29, more information and registration at the following link: https://superpuna.rks-gov.net/
Ø KOSOVOGENU: three-month internship for youth aged 16-24, more information and registration at the following link: https://kosovogenu.com/
Ø Follow job openings in institutions across Kosovo, at the following link: https://aprk.rks-gov.net/Job/Index
Ø 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
Ø Follow grant calls for non-governmental organizations at the following link: https://www.kosovofunding.org/
Ø For more information and employment opportunities for the Serbian-speaking communities, follow job vacancies at the following portal: http://www.posaonakosovu.com/
