Local Consultant for Capacity Building of Youth Structures (SSA)

Background:

The OSCE Mission in Kosovo (the Mission) is providing support to the overall development of the youth framework, supporting government, youth organizations, and other youth actors in contributing to a more comprehensive legal, strategic and policy framework that addressed the diverse needs of young people.

Following the adoption of the new Law on Youth in August 2024, and its subsequent Administrative Instructions (AIs) on Voluntarism, Youth Work and Non-Formal Education, and Youth Centers, as well as the Regulation on the Central Youth Council (CYC) and Local Youth Councils (LYCs)), and in direct response to Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport (MCYS) request, the Mission will continue its support in 2025 by focusing on strengthening the capacities of newly established youth structures.

In line with this, the Public Participation Section (PPS), through the Activity 2.2. “Supporting the youth framework” of the 2025 UBP “Enhancing skills, competences and capacities for inclusive and meaningful public participation”, will provide needed support by engaging a local consultant with legal background, professional experience on youth policy development and experience in capacity building.

Based on the guidance document and the comprehensive needs assessment, which will determine and map the capacity-building requirements of these youth structures, the local consultant will develop and implement a tailored capacity-building programme for the youth structures to enhance their skills and improve their organizational functions.

Objective of Assignment: 

The OSCE Mission in Kosovo seeks to engage one local consultant with a sound professional experience in the youth sector, for implementing the established capacity building programme for up to 30 representatives of youth structures, youth CSOs, and MCYS.

Duration of Assignment:

The Consultant will be hired for 10 working days.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

1. Develop a capacity-building programme for youth structures based on the Mission’s guidance document;
2. Conduct a capacity-building workshop on youth CSOs and municipal representatives and/or MCYS and central government representatives on youth legal framework;
3. Draft and submit the final activity report to the Activity Manager.

Deliverables:

• By 07 July 2025, capacity-building programme is developed, submitted and cleared by the Activity Manager.
• By 30 September 2025, two two-day capacity-building trainings are delivered to up to 15 representatives on each training. Ex-ante and an ex-post evaluation of beneficiaries developed and conducted.
• Final Report to be submitted and approved by the Activity Manager by 31 October 2025.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Advanced university degree in Political Science, Social Sciences Public Administration, Law, Youth Studies or other relevant fields;  
• At least six years of professional experience in policy development, with focus on youth development, civic participation, social inclusion and economic empowerment;
• At least five years of professional experience in the civil society sector, with focus on capacity-building;
• In depth knowledge of the new legal framework applicable to the youth sector (including the Strategy on Youth 2024-2030, and the Concept Document on Youth) and applicable international norms (including the UNRES 2250);
• Fluent in Albanian and English language, knowledge of Serbian language is an asset;
• Demonstrated ability to produce high quality reports, with clearly actionable recommendations;
• Strong analytical and research skills, and demonstrated experience in conducting ex-ante and ex-post evaluations of beneficiaries;
• Ability to work in complex, multi-stake-holder project environments;
• Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity, and ability to integrate gender perspective into tasks and activities;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Team work skills, capacity to respond positively to critical feedback, and a consensus-oriented approach to work.

Remuneration Package:

Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant's/expert's qualifications, experience, the tasks and deliverables for this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates.

In order to apply for this position, you must complete the OSCE's online application form, found under OSCE Careers - Jobs. Applicants are encouraged to use the online recruitment and only fully completed OSCE applications will be accepted. However, if you have technical difficulties with the system, you may use the offline application form found at Offline application form | OSCE Employment and forward the completed form quoting the vacancy number by e-mail to: consultancy.omik@osce.org. In line with your qualifications please indicate a preference for one or more fields of expertise listed above (while using the online application the field of expertise preference can be indicated in the cover letter part). Kindly note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or other languages than the English language would not be considered. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to apply.