Support to socio-economic stability through empowerment of micro business sector in Kosovo

  • Project Region: The Republic of Kosovo
  • Duration: 2015 – 2016
  • Donor: German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO), Ministry of Work and Social Welfare, Kosovo Government and Partner Municipalities
  • Budget (Euro): 675,784.03

Project Details: Overall Objective: Empower vulnerable communities by reducing poverty, promoting social inclusion, and driving inclusive and sustainable economic growth through full and productive employment for all.

504 individuals and families economically empowered through sustainable SMEs and employment via grants.
468 individuals upgraded their business skills through targeted training.
140 people boosted their professional competitiveness with tailor-made vocational training.
80 individuals enhanced their livelihood through paid internships.
40 interns increased their skills and contributed to employer growth.
16 local governments strengthened in implementing effective employment policies.

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Creating Social Stories for children with diverse abilities

Help in Kosovo, recently organized a workshop on creating Social Stories for children with autism and with diverse abilities. This event would not have been possible without the incredible support from Down Syndrome Kosova, who graciously provided the space and helped facilitate the workshop.
Special thanks to AutizmiFlet Kosovë , Asociacioni Nacional i Autizmit në Kosovë, Logopedic Centre, and all participants for your dedication.

 

 

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Job advertisement: Intervention Officer for Kosovo (RECONOMY)

Intervention Officer (Kosovo)

Within the frame of the RECONOMY in the Western Balkans, post in Prishtina, we are looking forward to receiving your Letter of Interest and the Curriculum Vitae (CV), in English language only, for an Intervention Officer starting in April, 2024.

The application deadline is March 26, 2023.

We are looking forward to your application!

This vacancy is in the English language only.

Interested candidates, may submit their letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae (CV) and at least three references (included in CV) to Help electronically latest by the 26.03.2023 all in English language.

Email address: jobs@help-kosovo.org

Expected starting date of employment: April 2024

Please indicate the post title in the subject line.

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Only those candidates that are shortlisted for interviews will be notified.

Job interviews will be conducted in English language.

Additional proofs (diplomas etc.) are not needed at this stage.

More details about the vacancy can be found in the document:

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Digital Marketing opportunities in the WB within RECONOMY

On 8th February 2024, Help – Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe signed a partnership agreement with Growzillas as implementing partner within RECONOMY. Growzillas is a leading digital marketing agency in Kosovo, excels in data-driven paid advertising and technological innovation, while also offering digital marketing training through Growzillas Academy to address the industry’s skill gap.
As of 1 July 2023, Help – Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe signed a Partnership Agreement with HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation, a Cooperation Partner to the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), and thus became an Implementing Partner to Helvetas in Sida’s RECONOMY – an inclusive and green economic development program in the Eastern Partnership and the Western Balkan countries. One of RECONOMY’s projects focuses on “Digitalization of sectors with growth potential for better economic opportunities” in the Western Balkans.
The project will lead towards the better functioning of the business services and the supply of skilled workforce as well as the promotion of the regional brand and the BPO sector. In practice, it means branding the region by stimulating the competitiveness of private sector enterprises and creating a critical mass of skilled workforce of women and youth, including the most disadvantaged and excluded, benefit from improved economic opportunities (better income and green and decent jobs) inclusively and sustainably.
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Pathways to 5G Expertise within RECONOMY in the Western Balkans

On 7th February 2024, Help – Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe signed a partnership agreement with Next Gen Networks as implementing partner within RECONOMY. Next Generation Network Institute (NGN) specializes in advancing capacities in telecommunications through 5G technology training, cybersecurity enhancements, and the development of 5G infrastructure in Kosovo, aiming to foster innovation and skilled workforce growth in the telecom sector.
As of 1 July 2023, Help – Hilfe zur Selbsthilfe signed a Partnership Agreement with HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation, a Cooperation Partner to the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), and thus became an Implementing Partner to Helvetas in Sida’s RECONOMY – an inclusive and green economic development program in the Eastern Partnership and the Western Balkan countries. One of RECONOMY’s projects focuses on “Digitalization of sectors with growth potential for better economic opportunities” in the Western Balkans.
The project will lead towards the better functioning of the business services and the supply of skilled workforce as well as the promotion of the regional brand and the BPO sector. In practice, it means branding the region by stimulating the competitiveness of private sector enterprises and creating a critical mass of skilled workforce of women and youth, including the most disadvantaged and excluded, benefit from improved economic opportunities (better income and green and decent jobs) inclusively and sustainably.

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Distribution of equipment within Inclusion and Economic Empowerment in the Western Balkans (SOE10)

Nëpërmjet nismave bashkëpunuese, dhe një vizioni të përbashkët, ne kemi shpërndarë në mënyrë efektive mjetet e punës, produktet, ose informacionin, duke kontribuar në përparimin e përgjithshëm dhe ndikimin e misionit tonë. Ndërsa reflektojmë për këtë arritje, ne presim me padurim rezultatet pozitive dhe përfitimet e qëndrueshme, që klientet tanë t’i sjellin komunitetit dhe më gjerë
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Through collaborative initiatives, and a shared vision, we have effectively distributed work tools, products, or information, contributing to the overall progress and impact of our mission. As we reflect on this achievement, we look forward to the positive results and lasting benefits our clients will bring to the community, and beyond
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Empowering Imprisoned Women through Art and Awareness

Organizata Help në Kosovë, në bashkëpunim me Organizatën për Promovim të Barazisë dhe Avokim (Opea), Bardha dhe Shërbimet Korrektuese të Kosovës, do të zbatojnë iniciativën “Fuqizimi i Grave të Burgosura përmes Artit dhe Njoftimit” brenda projektit “Përfshirja dhe Fuqizimi Ekonomik në Ballkanin Perëndimor”, duke fuqizuar gratë e burgosura nëpërmjet ofrimit të trajnimit për rrobaqëpsi.
Iniciativa ka per qëlim:
(1) T’i ofrohen dhjetë grave të privuara nga liria, aftësi praktike të rrobaqepësisë, përfshirë qepjen, bërjen e modeleve dhe qepjen e veshjeve.
(2) Trajnimi i rrobaqepsisë do te jetë një formë terapie profesionale, duke ofruar një përdorim produktiv dhe ndërtues të kohës, gjatë mbajtjes dhe
(3) Do t’i ofrohet njohja formale, dhe çertifikimi për programet e përfunduara të trajnimit për rrobaqepësi.
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Help in Kosovo jointly with Organization for Promotion of Equality and Advocacy (Opea) Bardha and Kosovo Correctional Services will implement “Empowering Imprisoned Women through Art and Awareness” initiative within the project “Inclusion and Economic Empowerment in the Western Balkans” by empowering imprisoned women through the provision of tailoring training.
The initiative will (1) Provide ten imprisoned women with practical tailoring skills, including sewing, pattern making, and garment construction, (2) Use tailoring training as a form of occupational therapy, providing a productive and constructive use of time during imprisonment and (3) Offer formal recognition and certification for completed tailoring training programs.
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Prishtina a city without barriers

The accessibility being a fundamental aspect of creating an inclusive and equitable environment for everyone, Help Mission in Kosovo gladly joins the campaign “Prishtina a city without barriers” led by Ambassador of Goodwill for Kosovo, Elvana Shala – Ambasadore e Vullnetit te Mire per Kosoven at IHRC in cooperation with the Mayor of Kryeqyteti Prishtina Perparim Rama.
The campaign includes an activity on designing and setting outdoor staircase holders for the access of persons with disabilities which is a crucial and meaningful activity in Prishtina within the Memorandum of Cooperation.

Thank you, Ambassador Shala, Prishtina Municipality and Public Housing Enterprise (PHE) Ndërmarrja Publike Banesore SH.A. Prishtinë.

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Job Advertisement: Intervention Officer (Kosovo)

Intervention Officer (Kosovo)

Within the frame of the RECONOMY in the Western Balkans, post in Prishtina, we are looking forward to receiving your Letter of Interest and the Curriculum Vitae, in English language only, for an Intervention Officer starting January 1, 2024.

The application deadline is 4 PM, December 18, 2023.

We are looking forward to your application!

This vacancy is in the English language only.

Interested candidates, with the required qualifications, may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and references to Help electronically latest by the 18.12.2023 all in English language.

Email address: jobs@help-kosovo.org

Expected starting date of employment: 01.01.2024

Please indicate the post title in the subject line.

Additional proofs (diplomas etc.) are not needed at this stage.

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Only those candidates that are shortlisted for interviews will be notified.

Job interviews will be conducted in English language.

More details about the vacancy can be found in the document:

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