Praktikant*in PANORAMA Solutions for a Healthy Planet

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Position Title: Praktikant*in PANORAMA Solutions for a Healthy Planet
Location: Eschborn
Country: Germany
Deadline Date: 24.02.2025

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) is a government-owned enterprise that has been supporting the implementation of development policy goals worldwide for over 50 years. With a presence in 120 countries, GIZ collaborates with partner organizations to engage in various projects aimed at improving lives and fostering sustainable development. The organization is committed to creating meaningful tasks for its employees, ensuring that they can contribute positively to global challenges while also developing their own skills and careers.

Job Overview:
The PANORAMA – Solutions for a Healthy Planet initiative is an international partnership aimed at promoting the exchange and scaling of proven solutions for sustainable development. This platform connects local practices with global strategies, such as the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. GIZ manages PANORAMA in collaboration with IUCN, UNDP, and other partners, facilitating knowledge transfer within thematic communities. The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position is situated within the Climate, Rural Development, and Infrastructure department and supports the implementation of the Support Project, with the goal of further developing PANORAMA as a central knowledge management and governance tool. Interns will have the opportunity to engage in various activities that contribute to the strategic development of PANORAMA and gain hands-on experience in project management and sustainability initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for ensuring and further developing the quality assurance of PANORAMA case studies by implementing established mechanisms, processes, and guidelines. They will contribute to the strategic development of PANORAMA by assisting in business planning and the development of long-term sustainability strategies. The intern will prepare and co-coordinate PANORAMA's presence at international events (e.g., CBD & UNFCCC COPs, IUCN World Conservation Congress) and on intranet platforms. They will analyze and prepare insights from PANORAMA Solutions to derive practical guidelines and recommendations. Additionally, the intern will participate in innovative learning formats, including writing workshops, knowledge management workshops with partner countries, and webinars. They will also support impact monitoring, including the systematic collection, analysis, and reporting of relevant performance indicators, and assist in the creation, preparation, and structuring of operational and financial reports. Proactive support for other project-related tasks and processes will be expected as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should be currently enrolled in or have recently completed a degree in fields such as Agroecology, Sustainability Management, Environmental Management, Natural Resources Conservation and Management, or a relevant discipline. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English are essential, with the ability to present complex content in an understandable manner. Initial experience in data analysis, preparation, and visualization, as well as in creating precise reports, is required. A structured, independent, and solution-oriented working style, combined with strong organizational skills and teamwork abilities, is necessary. Desired qualifications include experience in knowledge management, event organization, or international cooperation, ideally with partner organizations from academia, politics, or practice. Knowledge of international biodiversity, climate, or agricultural policies (e.g., CBD, UNFCCC, SDGs) and an understanding of global sustainability processes are advantageous. Initial practical experience in project development, project management, and/or strategic business planning and fundraising is also beneficial, as is experience with monitoring and evaluation processes, including the analysis and interpretation of performance indicators for impact assessment.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to be currently enrolled in a degree program or to have completed their studies no more than six months prior to the start of the internship. The educational background should be relevant to the fields of sustainability, environmental management, or related disciplines, ensuring that the intern has the necessary theoretical knowledge to contribute effectively to the projects.

Experience:
Candidates should possess initial experience in relevant fields, particularly in data analysis, project management, or sustainability initiatives. While extensive experience is not mandatory, familiarity with the principles of project development and management, as well as knowledge of international cooperation frameworks, will be beneficial for the role.

Languages:
Fluency in both German and English is mandatory, as the intern will be required to communicate effectively in both languages. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not explicitly required for this position.

Additional Notes:
The internship is full-time and will take place from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 202

• The monthly stipend for interns is €2,205.04 (gross). The GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter, emphasizing the importance of recognition, appreciation, and inclusion of diversity within the organization. All employees are expected to experience respect and appreciation, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation. The organization actively supports equal opportunities and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities.