Intern (m/f/d) for Communication and Outreach in the Secretariat of the Team Europe Initiative “Sustainability in Global Value Chains”

During your internship you will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Supporting communications and outreach efforts, working closely with the senior and junior communications and Monitoring & Evaluation advisors
• Independently creating drafts of communication products and background information on the EU Due Diligence Navigator to promote the helpdesk to cooperation partners and the helpdesk's target groups
• Support in the organisation of in-person events and online webinars
• Support in the development of the content and design of the Due Diligence Navigator website
• Preparation of success stories and testimonials of users of the Due Diligence Navigator
• Participating in and documentation of events and meetings with national and international cooperation partners

• University degree in communication, media, journalism, social sciences or a similar subject (at least 4th semester)
• Initial work experience in external communication and public relations in governmental organisations, NGOs, companies, business associations or consulting firms (e.g. through internships) is an advantage
• (Basic) knowledge of topics, processes and actors in the areas of business and human rights, corporate responsibility (RBC/CSR) and/or sustainable supply chain management is an advantage
• Excellent writing skills and conceptual and analytical thinking as well as an independent, structured way of working
• Interest in policy-relevant issues (e.g. at EU level) and strong argumentation skills
• High level of communication and teamwork skills
• High degree of proactivity and motivation
• Confident handling of MS Office
• Business fluency in English, fluency in German and another language (especially French or Spanish) is an advantage

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 €2.205,04 (gross).

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

For further information, please contact Mrs. Belitz (lea.belitz@giz.de).