Project Manager, Finance Intern - Shoqata e Teknologjisë së Informacionit dhe Komunikimit të Kosovës - STIKK

Join STIKK and contribute to initiatives that strengthen Kosovo’s ICT sector, support innovation, and create sustainable opportunities through cooperation with the private sector, public institutions, and development partners. ABOUT STIKK The Kosovo Association of Information and Communication Technology (STIKK) is the leading industry association representing Kosovo’s ICT sector. STIKK serves as a platform for cooperation, advocacy, sector development, skills advancement, innovation, and international market linkages. STIKK is seeking a qualified, experienced, and highly motivated professional to join its team as Project Manager. POSITION OVERVIEW The Project Manager will be responsible for the effective planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of assigned projects. The successful candidate will ensure that project activities and results are delivered on time, within the approved budget, and in full compliance with contractual obligations, donor requirements, and STIKK’s internal policies and procedures. POSITION DETAILS Position: Project Manager Duty station: TechPark Prishtina, Bërnicë e Poshtme, 10000 Prishtina, Kosovo Engagement: Full-time Reports to: Executive Director Expected starting date: As soon as possible, subject to agreement Application deadline: 25 September 2026 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Project Manager will be expected to: Plan, coordinate, and oversee assigned projects throughout the full project cycle, from initiation to closure. Prepare and regularly update project work plans, implementation schedules, budgets, monitoring frameworks, and risk registers. Ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of project activities, outputs, results, and contractual commitments. Monitor progress against approved indicators, timelines, and budgets, identify deviations, and propose appropriate corrective measures. Prepare high-quality narrative reports, progress updates, presentations, meeting records, and other project documentation. Work closely with STIKK’s finance and administration team to ensure sound budget management, expenditure monitoring, procurement, and maintenance of complete supporting documentation. Ensure compliance with donor rules, contractual requirements, applicable legislation, and STIKK’s internal procedures. Coordinate project staff, external experts, service providers, beneficiaries, partner organizations, and other relevant stakeholders. Maintain effective professional relationships with donors, public institutions, private-sector representatives, civil society organizations, educational institutions, and international partners. Organize and oversee conferences, workshops, training sessions, meetings, networking activities, and other project events. Maintain complete, accurate, and well-organized project files, evidence, participant records, and supporting documentation. Identify, assess, and manage project risks, challenges, dependencies, and changes. Support project communication and visibility activities in coordination with relevant colleagues and in accordance with applicable donor requirements. Contribute to the development of concept notes, project proposals, budgets, partnership arrangements, and new funding opportunities. Represent STIKK at relevant meetings, events, working groups, and coordination forums. Perform other project-related duties reasonably assigned by the Executive Director. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Candidates must meet the following requirements: A university degree in project management, business administration, economics, public administration, social sciences, development studies, information and communication technology, or another relevant field. A postgraduate degree will be considered an advantage. At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in project management or senior project coordination. Demonstrated experience working with non-governmental organizations, associations, civil society organizations, development organizations, or similar institutions. Proven experience implementing donor-funded projects supported by the European Union, bilateral donors, development agencies, international organizations, or comparable funding institutions. Strong experience in project planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and project closure. Practical experience in budget planning and monitoring, procurement coordination, contract administration, and compliance with donor procedures. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, external experts, institutional partners, beneficiaries, and multiple stakeholders. Sound knowledge of project-cycle management, results-based management, logical frameworks, indicators, and risk management. Excellent report-writing, communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills. Excellent written and spoken Albanian and English. Knowledge of Serbian or another relevant language will be considered an advantage. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital project-management and collaboration tools. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy. CORE COMPETENCIES Planning, organization, and results orientation Leadership, initiative, and accountability Analytical thinking and sound professional judgment Clear written and verbal communication Stakeholder engagement and relationship management Problem-solving and adaptability Attention to detail and commitment to quality Teamwork, integrity, discretion, and professionalism APPLICATION PROCEDURE Interested candidates should submit: An updated curriculum vitae; A motivation letter explaining their suitability for the position; Contact details of at least two professional references. Applications must be submitted by email to info@stikk.org with the subject line: APPLICATION – PROJECT MANAGER – [CANDIDATE’S FULL NAME] Application deadline: 25 September 2026 Burimi: https://kosovajob.com/shoqata-e-teknologjise-se-informacionit-dhe-komunikimit-te-kosoves-stikk/project-manager-finance-intern