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 suitably qualified 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 May 2024 

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 disability to  apply. 

*Disclaimer 

Data Privacy 
GIZ is committed to ensuring the security and protection of the personal information we process. 

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.