Housing Policy and Urban Development - Intern

Job Description

Work Location

• In-person, Prishtina, Kosovo

Expected Duration

• 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Organizational Setting and Reporting

• The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) promotes socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities and serves as the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system.
• UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination, and poverty.
• UN-Habitat Kosovo has been active since 1999, supporting central and local authorities in spatial planning, housing, governance, and inclusive urban development.
• The current programme partners with the Ministry of Environment, Spatial Planning and Infrastructure (MESPI) to strengthen the housing sector in Kosovo by generating data for housing policy, identifying good practices in social and affordable housing, and enhancing institutional capacities.
• The internship is part of this joint initiative and offers an opportunity for students or recent graduates to contribute to housing research, policy support, and stakeholder engagement.
• The intern will be based in the UN-Habitat Office in Prishtina, reporting directly to the Spatial Planning Advisor & Housing Planner, under the overall guidance of the Chief Technical Advisor, and will contribute to activities coordinated with MESPI and other partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the collection, organization, and analysis of housing sector data in Kosovo, including affordability, social housing, and sustainable housing practices.
• Assist in identifying and documenting good practices in housing policy and programs in Kosovo and the wider region.
• Contribute to the preparation of policy briefs, background papers, reports, and knowledge products on housing and sustainable development.
• Support the preparation and organization of meetings, focus groups, and workshops with MESPI, municipalities, and other stakeholders, including reporting and minute-taking.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a housing stakeholder and contact database for Kosovo.
• Contribute to communication and outreach activities, including drafting website news, social media content, and presentations.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for programme implementation.
• Perform other housing-related tasks as required.

Qualifications / Special Skills

• At the time of application, applicants must meet one of the following:
• • Enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or higher)
  • Enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent)
  • Graduated with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, or equivalent
• Computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and commitment to the ideals of the Charter
• Ability to successfully interact with individuals from different cultural backgrounds and beliefs
• Preferred areas of study: Housing Studies, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Urban or Spatial Planning, Architecture, or related fields demonstrating relevance to housing, social policy, or sustainable urban development
• Demonstrated ability in one or more areas:
  • Academic knowledge or project-based experience in housing studies, social sciences, urban planning, or development studies
  • Proficiency in standard computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Familiarity with housing policy, data analysis tools (Excel, SPSS, STATA), GIS applications, or design software is desirable
  • Experience with research, stakeholder engagement, or cooperation with government institutions such as MESPI is desirable
• Applicants must be a student in the final year of a first university degree, Master’s or PhD programme, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programme
• Provide proof of enrollment or graduation when requested
• Describe proficiency in computer software and housing policy or related research tools, providing examples from academic or project work

Languages

• Fluency in oral and written English is required
• Knowledge of another UN language is desirable

Additional Information

• Previous UN internship experience, if any, should be indicated with UN entity and specific dates

Intern Specific Text

• Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations
• Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or sponsoring institutions
• Non-citizens or non-residents may require a visa and work/employment authorization
• Candidates should discuss visa requirements before accepting the internship offer

Deadline : Oct 24, 2025