Donika Podrimja

Project Manager

Ms. Donika Podrimja currently serves as a Program Manager at KIPRED. With over 20 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex projects, particularly those focused on empowering marginalized communities, including women, youth, and other vulnerable groups. She has successfully led initiatives funded by USAID and other international organizations, with a strong emphasis on civil society programs in Kosovo.

Throughout her career, Ms. Podrimja has demonstrated exceptional leadership in managing multi-million-euro programs and fostering partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders, from grassroots organizations to international donors. Her deep understanding of the challenges faced by Kosovo's marginalized communities has shaped her approach to program design, ensuring that her projects are both impactful and sustainable.

Ms. Podrimja holds a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from the University of Pristina, which has contributed to her creative approach to program design and strategic communication. She has also completed extensive USAID trainings, including courses on Project Design and Management and Grants and Cooperative Agreements for Non-US NGOs. As a graduate of the prestigious Hope Fellows Leadership Program in Washington, D.C., she has further enhanced her leadership and program management skills, enabling her to deliver high-impact, sustainable initiatives.