About the JWPSI Fellowship

The Jahjaga Women Peace and Security Institute (JWPSI) is a dedicated institute on security and defense within the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) framework, established under the Jahjaga Foundation. Rooted in the political context and historical legacy of Kosovo and the Western Balkans, JWPSI addresses the urgent need for inclusive peace and security solutions in the region.

Today, JWPSI is actively advancing critical analysis, expert engagement, and the strengthened participation of women in the peace and security sectors in Kosovo, the region, and globally. We do this through cutting-edge research, capacity building, and international collaboration—enhancing the understanding of gender dynamics in conflict and peacebuilding, supporting evidence-based policymaking, and contributing directly to conflict prevention, resilience, and sustainable peace.

As part of its mission to advance the WPS agenda, JWPSI established the Knowledge Hub and research-based platform for WPS topics, policy advocacy, and resource development that reflects field realities and lived experiences.

Fellowship Focus: The Knowledge Hub

Fellows will work closely with the JWPSI Knowledge Hub, contributing to research and writing on key Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) topics, including gender-based violence, women’s participation in peace processes, protection in conflict, and post-conflict recovery, core areas outlined in UN Security Council Resolution 1325.

Fellows will:

  • Support research and analysis on core WPS topics
  • Assist in the development of briefs, toolkits, and educational materials
  • Participate in internal discussions and propose new content ideas
  • Deliver a finalized research paper for the Knowledge Hub Library

Fellowship Timeline & Commitment

  • The fellowship begins mid-August and continues through September. The first month will be in-person in Prishtina, followed by a second remote month to complete final deliverables.
  • Month 2 (Remote): Fellows will continue working remotely to finalize outputs, receive feedback, and complete their contributions.

Who Should Apply

This is an international fellowship, and we welcome applications from candidates of all nationalities.

We are looking for:

  • Graduate students holding a BA or MA diploma,
  • Academic backgrounds in Political Science, Gender Studies, Sociology, International Relations, or related fields,
  • Experience with or strong interest in WPS,
  • Excellent writing and communication skills,
  • Ability to commit to full-time engagement over the two-month period (1 month in-person + 1 month remote).

Expected Outputs

By the end of the fellowship, each fellow will deliver:

  • One policy-oriented report or article (15–25 pages),
  • Contributions to the Knowledge Hub (research summaries, briefs, etc.),
  • An optional public blog post or interview reflecting on the fellowship experience.

Si të Aplikoni

To apply, please submit:

  • A 1-page cover letter explaining your interest
  • CV,
  • A writing sample (academic or policy-oriented preferred),

Please submit all the requested documents at contact@jahjagafoundation.org  not longer than 30 June 2025. For further clarifications, please do not hesitate to contact us.

This is a paid fellowship. All relevant details regarding compensation and participation will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

Ky aktivitet realizohet në kuadër të projektit “Mbështetje për shoqërinë civile në Kosovë”, i financuar nga Duka i Madh i Luksemburgut dhe i zbatuar nga LuxDev, Agjencia për Bashkëpunim Zhvillimor e Luksemburgut.