Intern -for Portfolio Management and Communication at GIZ African Union

Office- GIZ African Union Office

Contract Duration- six month

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a global service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the world. As a public-benefit federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government – in particular the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) – and many public and private sector clients in achieving their objectives in international cooperation in around 120 countries.

Since 2004, GIZ has been a reliable and trusted partner of the African Union (AU) to enhance inclusive growth and sustainable development on the African continent in line with the AU’s Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want. With around 250 staff, GIZ African Union cooperates with the AU Commission, as well as the AU’s specialized institutions and agencies, such as the Development Agency AUDA-NEPAD, at continental, regional and national level in more than 40 member states. Key areas of engagement include Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention, Governance, Sustainable Economic Growth, Health and Social Development, as well as Just Transition.

The GIZ African Union Office, headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with further staff based in South Africa, Ghana, Tanzania and Germany, provides services and support in the areas of procurement, financial management, events and travel, human resources, internal operations, communication and portfolio management to all GIZ programmes and projects that are implemented in partnership with the African Union.

• Content Creation: Assist in drafting, editing and designing social media posts, newsletters, and other communication products
• Data Management: Maintain and organise contact lists, portfolio information, and communication materials
• Research and Analysis Support: Prepare concise and visually appealing briefs, presentations, or reports on key topics in the AU context
• Basic knowledge of graphics design and familiarity with Adobe Illustrator, Indesign and Photoshop is an advantage
• Event Support: Provide logistical and conceptual support for workshops, events, and team meetings
• The internship requires occasional administrative support to the team

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
• Candidates must be allowed to reside and work in Ethiopia; GIZ cannot facilitate the necessary permits

Other knowledge, additional competencies

• Strong proficiency in English is essential. Knowledge of other AU working languages is an advantage
• Ability to conduct online research, analyse data, and synthesise 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