Praktikant*in im Sektorvorhaben 'Beschäftigungsförderung in der Entwicklungszusammenarbeit'

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 partnerships in 120 countries, GIZ engages in a variety of projects aimed at improving living conditions and fostering sustainable development. The organization is committed to creating meaningful tasks for its employees, ensuring that they can contribute to making a difference in the world while also developing their own skills and careers.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position focuses on the sector project 'Employment Promotion in Development Cooperation', which advocates for more employment-oriented approaches in development cooperation. The project provides advisory services to the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), conducts studies, and supports the development of concept papers. It also facilitates discussions with academia, other donors, and international organizations. The intern will be involved in various activities related to employment and labor market policy, including evidence of employment effects, labor market analyses, and the intersection of vocational education, higher education, and private sector promotion, as well as green and digital transformation. The internship is set to run from May 15, 2025, to August 31, 2025, with the possibility of extension for up to six months until November 14, 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities:
As an intern, you will support the project manager and team members by providing organizational and substantive assistance for all activities related to this project. Your responsibilities will include conducting literature, information, and statistical research, assisting in the preparation and execution of public-facing professional events, participating in meetings and workshops, and compiling the results. You will also support editorial work to finalize studies and reports, and carry out specific tasks related to knowledge management and information exchange.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should be enrolled in a degree program in economics or a related field, demonstrating good academic performance and foundational knowledge in labor market and employment policy as well as development policy. An interest in employment policy issues in development cooperation is essential. The ability to produce high-quality texts in both German and English is required, along with excellent IT skills (MS Office, SharePoint, internet research, document management). Knowledge of the Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) or Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regions, as well as approaches to vocational and higher education or private sector development, is advantageous. Candidates should be motivated, team-oriented, and able to quickly familiarize themselves with new topics. A self-reliant and reliable work style, along with good time management skills, are also important.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to be currently enrolled in a university program or engaged in a training program that includes an internship as an integral part. Alternatively, candidates who have graduated within the last six months are also eligible to apply.

Experience:
Practical and/or academic experience in the field of international cooperation is beneficial, as is any prior experience abroad. This experience will help candidates better understand the context and challenges of development cooperation.

Languages:
Fluency in both German and English is mandatory, as the intern will be required to produce texts and communicate in both languages. Additional language skills relevant to the regions of SSA or MENA would be considered a plus.

Additional Notes:
The internship is a full-time position, and 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 should experience respect and appreciation, regardless of gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation. The internship is only available to candidates who meet the enrollment criteria mentioned above.