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Serve where you’re needed mostFundraising Strategist
Community Economic Development
Job highlights
- Be the first Volunteer to support the institute and nurture a lasting partnership with the Peace Corps.
- Gain experience with the European Higher Education Area standards.
- Create lasting relationships with colleagues and community members.
Kosovo • Europe
In partnership with: Non-governmental educational institute
Applications are now closed. View current openings.
Apply by
February 15, 2026Know by
May 25, 2026Depart on
September 27, 2026Duration
12 monthsAbout the project
Looking for a rewarding way to share your grant writing and fundraising skills with others? A higher education institute in Kosovo invites you to join their efforts positioning local nonprofits for success.
With increasing competition for international donor support, institutions in Kosovo need expert guidance on developing effective fundraising strategies and aligning with European standards. It’s critical for local staff to develop fundraising skills to secure sustainable backing and build long-term resilience as Kosovo continues toward European integration for enhanced credibility, governance, and access to funding opportunities.
As a Fundraising Strategist, you will work closely with the staff to design and implement comprehensive strategies for securing international funding, enhancing donor engagement, and building sustainable financial models. Your daily work and community engagement will enhance intercultural understanding between Kosovars and Americans.
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 or Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Economics, Management or other relevant field
OR
5 or more years of expertise working in an NGO or a donor-driven organization
OR
Strong organizational and communications skills
OR
Specialized expertise in prospect/donor identification, grant writing for the non-profit or international development sectors
OR
Experience in training specific to grant writing, fundraising and proposal development
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:
Provide strategic advisory and technical support for international project proposals.
Conduct trainings on topics such as fundraising, donor engagement, international outreach, project cycle management, and partnership protocols.
Identify and pursue new partnerships and donors.
Develop a multi-year resource mobilization strategy, comprehensive donor database, and grant proposals.
Prepare detailed reports and project alignment recommendations for senior management.
Support the implementation of an internationalization strategy aligned with European Higher Education Area standards.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as women’s financial literacy or small business clubs.
The Volunteer will be placed in an independent apartment or house within Kosovo’s capital city and a commutable distance from the partner organization.
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 an urban community where 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.
