About United Nations Interim Mission in Kosovo

United Nations Interim Mission in Kosovois part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and international cooperation and sustainable development. Working with United Nations Interim Mission in Kosovo, you will contribute to meaningful projects that address global challenges and promote sustainable development. You will develop valuable professional skills while working in a multicultural, international environment alongside experienced professionals.

Key Details

• Job Title:Intern – Planning Officer
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Pristina, Kosovo
• Department:United Nations Interim Mission in Kosovo
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is desirable.
• Academic Qualifications: Knowledge of project management is desirable..
• Fluency in English (oral and written) is required..

Skills

• This internship is located within the Office of the Chief of Staff in the United Nations Mission in Kosovo.
• The incumbent will report directly to the Mission Planning Officer within the Office of the Chief of Staff.
• The objective of this internship is to contribute directly to discharging the responsibilities of the Office of the Chief of Staff among which include 1.
• Effective functioning of mission-wide integrated procedures and systems for information analysis and management. 2.
• Enhance mission strategic and operational planning.
• More specifically, the intern will contribute towards the Missions performance monitoring, specifically in relation to operational impact assessments.
• The estimated start date of the proposed internship is Tuesday 7 April 2026 for an initial period of 3 months with the possibility of renewal for a further 3 months.
• Develop an understanding/some knowledge of how the UN plans and monitors the implementation of its mandate. 2.
• Develop an understanding of information/data management systems in a United Nations peacekeeping operation.
• Duties include: Contribution towards the preparations for the Missions annual informal consultations with member states and assist with follow-up to questions received 1.
• Assist with compiling and presentation of data and inputs for potential Q&A from Member States on the Missions budget proposal for 2026-2027. 2.
• Assist with the collection of data and input for addressing follow-up questions.

Benefits

• Develop an understanding/some knowledge of how the UN plans and monitors the implementation of its mandate.
• s annual informal consultations with member states and assist with follow-up to questions received
• Assist with compiling and presentation of data and inputs for potential Q&A from Member States on the Mission
• s budget proposal for 2026-
• s initiatives
• Assist with the collection of data and inputs for the Mission
• s contribution to the 9th Global A4P+ monitoring report
• Assist with clearing the backlog of recommendations within the Mission
• s Comprehensive Planning and Performance Assessment system by compiling status updates on the implementation of the recommendations.
• Assist with monitoring the implementation of the revised CPAS Impact and Outcome Indicators. Other tasks
• Work with relevant offices with the goal of assisting with the collection and disaggregation of pertinent data from the Mission
• Reviewing relevant guidelines and SOPs by performing background research to provide the team with possible solutions.
• BANK ACCOUNTS.