GIZ Vacancy Fresh Graduates – Internship

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a German implementing organization that provides services worldwide in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. We work to shape a future worth living in over 120 countries around the world.

Sustainable Economic Growth is one if the five key sectors that drives economic resilience, innovation, and employment opportunities to ensure long-term prosperity for African societies, and regional economic integration. The sector has seven projects under it which have a combined volume of EUR 140.2 million and is co-funded by the European Union and the German.

Position 1: Intern- for Portfolio Management and Communication at GIZ African Union

Qualifications

• Graduates who finished their studies within the last six months with a degree in International Relations, Political Science, Communications, African Studies, or a related field
• Knowledge or strong interest in AU policies or international development is an advantage

Other knowledge, additional competencies

• Strong proficiency in English is essential. Knowledge of other AU working languages is an advantage
• Ability to conduct online research, analyze data, and synthesis complex information
• Strong writing and editing abilities to create clear, concise, and engaging materials
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Proactive, resourceful, and eager to learn.
• A team player with a collaborative mindset and the ability to work independently

Duty station- Addis Ababa

Position 2: Knowledge Management Intern

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in development studies, social sciences, communication, M& E, political science, natural resource management, gender, digitalization, public administration, or related field.
• Only recent graduates are eligible.

Professional Experience

• No prior work experience required; previous internships in M&E, communication, digital knowledge management, or gender-related work are an asset.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong interest in M&E, knowledge management, communication, gender equality, and digital tools, including AI prompt writing.
• Ability to analyze information and summarize key points clearly.
• Good writing, editing, and basic design/layout skills (Canva or Adobe are an asset).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools.
• Experience with social media content or digital communication is an advantage.

Duty station: Jigjiga

Deadline: June 20, 2026