Communications Intern (m/f/d) for GET.transform

The major task as internwill be to support GET.transform’s communication activities.

Work tasks include, in general:

• Support development of diverse communication materials (e.g., factsheets, presentations, illustrations, videos)
• Draft telling copy for different channels, target groups and formats (e.g. website articles, newsletter items, social media posts)
• Assist with project management tasks across GET.transform’s workstreams and focal countries (convene internal meetings; update lists, take minutes)
• Support research and analysis related to energy (e. g. policy, private sector investment, capacity development for energy, job creation, decentral RE, gender) with a focus on Africa
• Research and procure imagery from external databases, or assist processing/editing image material provided
• Liaise with service providers (i.e. web design, printing)

• Study in Communications, Social or Political Sciences, Development/ Energy Studies, or similar
• An understanding of the role of energy in sustainable development and climate change mitigation
• An understanding of energy contexts in Africa or Latin America is a plus
• Profound skills in MS office required (in particular but not limited to PowerPoint and Excel)
• Graphic design skills (e.g. in Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva or other editing software) are a strong asset
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in writing
• Fluency in English required; fluency in German, French or Spanish is a plus

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued - regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation.

Please be informed that you are only allowed to apply for this internship, if you are currently enrolled as a student or graduated not longer than six months ago from the start of your internship.

We pay a monthly stipend of €2.205 (gross).

We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.

For further information, please contact Mr Schober (benjamin.schober@giz.de).