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Serve where you’re needed mostEnvironmental Research and Engagement Facilitator
Environment
Job highlights
- Address critical gaps in environmental research, policy advocacy, and community engagement.
- Develop Albanian or Slavic language skills through real-life conversations.
- Learn about the rich Balkan culture and history.
Kosovo • Europe
In partnership with: Non-profits and non-governmental organizations
Applications are now closed. View current openings.
Apply by
February 15, 2026Know by
May 25, 2026Depart on
September 27, 2026Duration
12 monthsAbout the project
Engineers, surveyors, data scientists, and GIS analysts, your skills are needed in Kosovo to support policy development and advocacy.
A small number of environmental organizations in Kosovo are leading efforts to advance Kosovo’s green agenda, but currently struggle with a lack of expertise, fragmented data systems, outdated or missing environmental indicators, and insufficient funding to hire specialized experts. These limitations hinder the staff’s ability to conduct evidence-based policy advocacy, monitor environmental trends, and engage communities in environmental resilience efforts.
As Environmental Research and Engagement Facilitator, you will collaboratively strengthen research capabilities, develop data tools, and support inclusive community engagement that’s aligned with EU environmental standards.
Learn more about what Volunteers do in country by visiting our Kosovo project page.
Required skills
Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:
Competitive candidates will have one or more of the following criteria:
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Forestry or relevant field (e.g. Computer Engineering)
OR
2 or more years of training and experience using data collection tools relevant to role, such as GIS/ArcView, statistical software and mapping applications
OR
Research and analysis skills relevant to role (e.g. impact evaluation results frameworks, assessment, biological monitoring)
Language: There are no pre-requisite language requirements for this position.
Required behavioral competencies
These competencies are essential for all service assignments and are assessed in the application and interview process:
Motivation for and commitment to service
Adaptability and open-mindedness
Problem solving and resourcefulness
Behavioral maturity and professionalism
Photos from Kosovo
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Conduct comprehensive policy research on energy, climate, and environmental issues.
Support community engagement through mobilization, workshops, youth forums, and awareness sessions.
Assist in capacity-strengthening initiatives for the staff, local stakeholders, and youth.
Contribute to baseline assessments, ecosystem mapping, and vulnerability profiling.
Create materials that promote nature-based solutions and resilience.
Enhance the existing platform, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with environmental, social, and governance standards.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as conducting vulnerability assessments and workshops.
The Volunteer will be placed in an independent living setup consisting of an apartment or house within Kosovo’s capital city. The commute to the designated workplace is anticipated to be within a reasonable walking distance.
Learn more about the living conditions, including detailed information on culture, communications, housing, and health/crime statistics on our Kosovo country page. You can also delve into stories about local communities by reading our blog or Volunteer stories.
After a one-week orientation on topics such as health and safety, you will move to Pristina, an urban community where you will collaborate with an assigned environmental NGO. You will work with the partner and your community to assess the local needs and develop a work plan in line with their established goals.
Peace Corps/Kosovo will equip you with Albanian or Serbian language resources and you may work with a local tutor who can help you build basic language skills to connect with the community.
Only heterosexual couples can be accepted for this program. Each person must apply separately and must qualify for a position in either the same or a different sector than their partner. Couples will live together during training but may separate occasionally for field-based activities. Couples who are selected for the same sector will live together but work with different local partners which may be in the same community or in neighboring communities (not more than 30 minutes apart). Cohabitating couples are highly encouraged to present themselves as married throughout service due to cultural expectations.
To learn more about serving as a couple in Kosovo, visit the country page.
Application process
From application to departure takes around nine months. Learn about the application process for Volunteer opportunities.
Medical/legal clearance
You will need to be cleared medically and legally in order to serve in Kosovo. Review information on medical clearance and legal clearance to learn about the process.
