Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH – Internship Vacancy Announcement

GIZ invites qualified and competent applicants to apply for the following position.

As an international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving development-policy objectives and has been working in Ethiopia for over 40 years.

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Position: Internship (Urgent)

• Vacancy Announcement Number: #133/2024
• Project: National Information Platform for Nutrition (NIPN)
• Contract Duration: 6 months
• Location: Addis Ababa

Project Overview:

The NIPN project, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), co-funded by the EU, and implemented by GIZ, works to enhance policy and programming for nutrition through evidence-based governance. NIPN collaborates with Ethiopian ministries to strengthen nutrition-sensitive and specific programs across sectors.

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Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in preparing information, including creating and maintaining PowerPoint presentations.
• Take meeting notes, prepare memos, and manage general office duties.
• Input information, data, and records on DMS.
• Set up and organize conference, training, and meeting rooms; update supervisors’ calendars.
• Attend company functions and networking events.
• Support the project team with external service providers and event organization.
• Facilitate NIPN activities at the GIZ office.
• Provide ongoing support to both technical and management teams within GIZ and partner organizations (EPH and IFPRI).

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Job Requirements

• Education: Higher education degree (BA or MA) in Nutrition or Agriculture.
• Experience: Fresh graduate of 2024 with 0 experience.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Knowledge in Nutrition, data analysis, and nutrition article preparation.
• Research experience and proficiency in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and attention to detail.
• High degree of initiative, efficiency, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong motivation, intellectual curiosity, and creative thinking skills.

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How to Apply

• Application Procedure: Send your motivation letter and recent CV via email to hreth@giz.de.
• Subject Line: Include the vacancy number and position title, e.g., “Internship #133/2024_Full Name”.

Deadline: November 11, 2024.

Note:

• Selection will be on a rolling basis due to the urgency of the vacancy.
• Ensure the vacancy number is in the subject line; otherwise, your application may be disqualified.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Persons with disabilities and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.