International expert to draft the Development Strategy of KAPS for 2027-2031 _(SSA)

Background:

The consultant’s engagement will support KAPS in developing a strategy grounded in a comprehensive institutional analysis and aligned with its legal mandate, contemporary developments in public safety education, and evolving institutional and accreditation requirements. Particular emphasis will be placed on ensuring that the strategy includes realistic implementation mechanisms and clear monitoring and evaluation components.
The mentoring process will be implemented through four interconnected phases:

• Phase one: analysis of the current situation;
• Phase two: drafting of the Development Strategy 2027–2031;
• Phase three: facilitation of validation discussions during a workshop, and
• Phase four: finalisation of the strategy document and accompanying action plan.

Throughout these phases, the consultant will review relevant institutional documents and accreditation findings, conduct consultations with key stakeholders, and guide the drafting and refinement of both the strategic document and its implementation framework.

The first two phases, namely the analysis of the current situation and the drafting of the Development Strategy 2027–2031, will be conducted remotely through online meetings and the exchange of working documents via email.

The third and fourth phases, focusing on validation discussions and the finalisation of the document, will be conducted on site. A three-day workshop will be organized outside the participants’ regular working environment to ensure focused and uninterrupted engagement in the strategic planning process and the review of draft materials.

The final validation roundtable will take place at the KAPS facilities. It will bring together senior managers, planners, and policy-makers from KAPS, the Kosovo Police (KP), Emergency Management Agency (EMA), Police Inspectorate of Kosovo (PIK), Kosovo Customs (KC), Kosovo Probation Service (KPS), Kosovo Correctional Service (KCS), the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MoIA), as well as relevant international partners.

To ensure inclusive participation and coordinated institutional input, KAPS will establish an inter-institutional working group to support the coordination, drafting, and finalisation of the KAPS Development Strategy 2027–2031. Throughout this process, Mission representatives and members of the working group will provide professional support. This mechanism will aim to reinforce institutional ownership, inter-agency cooperation, and the sustainability of the overall strategic planning process.

Objective of Assignment:

The strategy and its action plan will create a unified platform for training and education investments, preventing duplication of donor-supported initiatives and establishing a coordinated approach to career development across the entire public safety sector.

Duration of Assignment:

The Consultant will be hired for 10 working days.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

To carry out desk research related to the background of the KAPS. Analysis of the current situation (3 days off-site).

• analyse relevant strategic, legal and institutional documents;
• review findings and recommendations from accreditation processes;
• conduct orientation meetings with management and key units, and relevant stakeholders;

Drafting the KAPS Strategy for 2027-2031 (3 days off-site)

• contribute to the formulation of the institutional mission, vision and values;
• propose strategic pillars and strategic objectives, concrete measures for each objective and performance indicators
• write the first draft of the Development Strategy 2027–2031 and the action plan;
• ensure the harmonisation of the draft with good governance standards, accreditation and contemporary trends.

Facilitate a workshop with KAPS senior management and counterparts on Strategic Validation (3 days on-site)

• facilitate a 3-day strategic workshop with management and relevant stakeholders;
• present the draft strategy and action plan;
• lead discussions on the validation of objectives, measures and applicability;
• document recommendations and conclusions. Conduct roundtable with KAPS senior management and counterparts on finalization of the KAPS Development Strategy 2027–2031 (1 day on-site).
• integrate the workshop recommendations;
• improve the structure and content of the document;
• consolidate the final version of the strategy.

Consultancy report including final draft version of the KAPS Development Strategy 2027–2031.

• Consultancy report;
• final draft version of the strategy.

Deliverables:

• By 01 July 2026, drafting an evaluation report with concrete recommendations
• By 30 September 2026, first draft of the Development Strategy 2027–2031 and action plan
• During 15-18 October 2026, facilitate the workshop and present the recommendations for improving the strategy. Recommendations to be sent to the OMIK Project Manager and KAPS General Director
• By 30 October 2026, finalization of the KAPS Development Strategy 2027–2031 and to be sent to SAU Project Manager and KAPS General Director.
• By 30 October 2026, sent the consultancy report including the final draft version of the KAPS Development Strategy 2027–2031 to the SAU Project Manager.

Necessary Qualifications:

• University degree in law and justice, or similar education, including proven experience in law enforcement career development;
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality evaluation reports, including recommendations for the future Mission approach towards KAPS future strategic institutional way ahead;
• Familiarity with issues pertaining to post graduates’ education and law enforcement institutions in Kosovo or in the region would be considered as an asset;
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience in development of strategies and action plans;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English language;
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a member of a team, with people of different cultural and religious backgrounds.

Remuneration Package:

Remuneration will be based on the selected consultant's/expert's qualifications, experience, the tasks and deliverables for
this position and in accordance with the OSCE established rates.

In order to apply for this position, you must complete the OSCE's online application form, found under OSCE Careers- Jobs. Applicants are encouraged to use the online recruitment and only fully completed OSCE applications will be accepted. However, if you have technical difficulties with the system, you may use the offline application form found at Offline application form | OSCE Employment and forward the completed form quoting the vacancy number by email to: consultancy.omik@osce.org. In line with your qualifications please indicate a preference for one or more fields of expertise listed above (while using the online application the field of expertise preference can be indicated in the cover letter part). Kindly note that applications received after the deadline, submitted in different formats than the OSCE Application Form or other languages than the English language would not be considered. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to apply.

Additional Information

• Issued by: OSCE Mission in Kosovo
• Requisition ID: KOS000483
• Contract Type: Special Service Agreement (SSA) / Consultant
• Grade: No grade
• Job Type: Consultant
• Number of posts: one
• Location: KOS - OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Vushtrri / Vucitrn
• Issue Date: Jun 5, 2026
• Closing Date: Jun 14, 2026
• Education Level: Bachelor's Degree (First-level university degree or equivalent)
• Target Start Date: 29/06/2026