Our model for success is a better life for everyone and purposeful tasks for our employees. For more than 50 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), as a company of the German Federal Government, has been supporting the implementation of development policy goals worldwide. Together with partner organisations in 120 countries, we are involved in a diverse range of projects. If you want to make a difference in the world and develop yourself in the process, you’ve come to the right place.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

09/18/2025
Job description
The Global Shield against Climate Risks (GS) was launched by the G7 under Germany’s presidency in 2022 in close partnership with the Vulnerable Twenty Group of finance ministers (V20). Through this collaborative partnership, the V20 and the G7 want to scale up further action and support to address the urgent needs of poor and vulnerable people and countries facing increasing risks of losses and damages from climate change. The GS aims to provide more and better financial protection and thus enable quick and reliable funding before or just after disasters happen, and protect governments, communities, businesses, and households against the impacts of disasters.
The GS Secretariat will deliver technical, logistical and coordinative functions for the implementation of the GS. This entails support for the political leadership of the GS by the GS Board, the coordination of technical and implementation work via the GS Coordination Hub (GS-CH), and advisory services to GS partner countries via the GS Technical Advisory Group (TAG).
The Centre of Excellence on Gender-smart Solutions (CoE) is an initiative under the Global Shield that promotes and provides technical advisory support for integrating and scaling gender considerations into Climate and Disaster Risk Finance and Insurance (CDRFI) policies and programmes. The CoE aggregates case studies, policy documents and publications and commissions research to address gender gaps and generate evidence that supports designing gender-responsive and inclusive CDRFI solutions. Additionally, the CoE offers tailored support to governments, regulators, financial institutions, and development partners, helping them integrate gender-responsive approaches into their policies and programs.
Your tasks

You will carry out the following tasks during the internship:

• Support the development and implementation of communication strategies for both initiatives
• Create engaging content for social media (LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram) and web platforms
• Draft articles, news updates, and success stories for internal and external channels
• Assist in preparing communication materials (presentations, flyers, infographics)
• Monitor media coverage and social media performance, prepare analytics reports
• Support the organization of events, workshops, and online campaigns
• Preparation and monitoring of internal meetings and meetings with members and partners

Your profile

• Applicants are currently studying for a Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree in the fields of communication, marketing, public relations, international cooperation / international studies, political science or economics, or other relevant subjects; Alternatively, applicants must have completed their studies no more than 6 months ago at the beginning of your internship
• Strong interest in climate change, development cooperation, gender equality, and inclusive innovation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (German, French, Spanish, or other languages are a strong asset)
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communications tools
• Creative mindset, eye for design and storytelling (experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar is a plus)
• Organized, proactive, and able to work independently in a multicultural environment
• Applicants have gained initial experience in developing or emerging countries (e. g. through internships, semesters abroad etc.)
• High ability to work in a team and communication skills

Notes
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.

• Support the development and implementation of communication strategies for both initiatives
• Create engaging content for social media (LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram) and web platforms
• Draft articles, news updates, and success stories for internal and external channels
• Assist in preparing communication materials (presentations, flyers, infographics)
• Monitor media coverage and social media performance, prepare analytics reports
• Support the organization of events, workshops, and online campaigns
• Preparation and monitoring of internal meetings and meetings with members and partner