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Open Position: Project Coordinator – Open Data Kosovo 

Passionate about empowering citizens, promoting transparency and catalysing data-driven decision-making? Join Open Data Kosovo, a leading NGO, as Project Coordinator and be a part of an organisation that is at the forefront of the open data movement in Kosovo. 

About Open Data Kosovo:

ODK is a non-profit organisation which, through using civic-tech and digital humanitarianism, believes in the importance of digital transformation and open data for social good. Our work largely involves projects which promote the idea of freely available governance data, foster youth empowerment and ICT development and develop digital solutions for local and international partners.

Position: Project Coordinator

Job brief:

As the Project Coordinator at Open Data Kosovo, your work will be instrumental in planning, coordinating, monitoring and reporting on numerous projects related to open data initiatives, data-driven advocacy and civic-tech. Your role will be vital in ensuring the successful implementation of projects in alignment with our organisation’s mission and vision. 

Job responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans with clear objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation
• Project Implementation: Efficiently coordinate and oversee project activities, ensuring that timelines and budgets are being adhered to
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Actively monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, and identify areas for improvement 
• Reporting: Regularly prepare progress reports for internal and external stakeholders, outlining achievements, challenges and financial budgets effectively 
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with government entities, civil society organisations, donors, and other key stakeholders to cultivate strong partnerships  
• Capacity Building: Facilitate workshops, meetings and training to empower partners and beneficiaries on the principles of open data and related knowledge 
• Budget Management: Diligently maintain oversight of project budgets, financial reporting, and expenditures
• Research and Development: Stay informed about the latest open data and civic-tech advancements to help inform project strategies 

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in the relevant field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project coordination 
• Skills: Project management, communication, organisation, interpersonal skills, technological proficiency, leadership, problem-solving, time management, budget management 
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Albanian

Location: Prishtina, Kosovo (occasional travel within Kosovo and internationally may be required) 

Application Deadline: 11 August, 2023

Start Date: September 2023

Application Instructions:

Submit your CV to [email protected]. Please use “Application for Project Coordinator position” as the subject line.

Open Data Kosovo is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds. 

Join us in promoting transparency, empowering the citizens of Kosovo, and advocating for open data!