INTERNSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT

As an international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations, the federally owned Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH supports the German Government in achieving its development-policy objectives. It provides viable, forward-looking solutions for political, economic, ecological and social development in a globalised world. GIZ promotes complex reforms and change processes. Its corporate objective is to improve people’s living conditions on a sustainable basis. For more information about GIZ see: www.giz.de

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, project Kosovo4Green

is seeking to fill the position of:

Local Intern

The overall purpose of the assignment

The Local Intern will play a pivotal role in executing the capacity development plan for the project, lending support in various aspects such as the collection, production, and dissemination of communication materials to amplify the project's visibility. Additionally, he/she will provide continuous assistance to the project team leader and advisors on relevant project matters. This internship offers a valuable opportunity for hands-on experience in the project's focal areas.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Assist in the gathering, crafting, and dissemination of visibility materials across printed media, mainstream channels, and social media platforms,
• Assist in the compilation, refinement, and formatting of project publications, reports, and presentations,
• Conduct research to propose innovative tools and strategies aimed at augmenting the project's visibility and impact,
• Facilitate communication and coordination with partner institutions and counterparts, ensuring seamless collaboration and information exchange,
• Play a key role in content preparation for workshops and training sessions conducted within Kosovo.
• Participate in and support field missions, campaigns, fairs, workshops, and information days, contributing to their organization and execution,
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence and calls, maintaining clear and efficient communication channels,
• Maintain and update the project calendar to ensure adherence to deadlines and seamless coordination of events,
• Contribute to the upkeep of the project database and assist in monitoring and reporting activities,
• Provide support in administrative, organizational, and logistical aspects of project activities, including work meetings, trainings, workshops, seminars, public events, and study tours,
• Take accurate minutes during work meetings and events, ensuring comprehensive documentation and follow-up actions,
• Perform other duties and tasks at the request of project leaders and advisors.

Required qualifications, competencies and experience

Qualification

• Student or a recent graduate not more than 6 months ago in the area that is related to the objectives such as Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Economic Development, Marketing or similar.

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Very good knowledge of English; German is an added value
• Good working knowledge of computer applications (e.g. MS Office)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ethics, integrity, reliability, and confidentiality
• Friendly and helpful attitude; good interpersonal skills. Location: GIZ Office - Pristina Expected start date: 1st of August 2024

Duration: The internship will last 6 months.

This is a full-time and paid internship (8 hrs per day, 40 hrs per week)

How to apply?

Interested and suitablyqualified candidates are invited to submit their electronic application in English, in PDF version, to [email protected]

• CV (Europass template is recommended)
• Letter of motivation
• Diploma or confirmation of ongoing studies, references/recommendations (if in possession)
• Exclusively to ensure transparency and avoid any potential conflict of interest, please provide the name(s) of any individuals who are related to you or you may know that have either previously worked for or are currently employed by GIZ, to the best of your knowledge (GIZ, in this case, will act in accordance with Article 13 of the Law No. 06/L–082 on Protection of Personal Data)
• Subject of the email: Name & Surname – Local Intern – Kosovo for Green Applications that do not meet these rules will not be considered!

Deadline for the application: 29th of May2024

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited to the next stage of recruitment.

GIZ encourages female candidates, candidates from ethnic communities, and candidates with a disabilityto apply.

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Declaration of Consent

You agree that your personal data will be used for the purpose of the recruitment process, only. The information will only be accessed by recruitment staff and panel members. You understand that your data will be held securely and will not be distributed to third parties. You have a right to change or access your information. You understand that your personal data will be deleted after six months when this information is no longer required for this purpose.