GIZ African Union – Internship in Portfolio Management & Communication (Addis Ababa)

GIZ African Union – Internship in Portfolio Management & Communication (Addis Ababa)

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH – African Union Office
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Internship (Office‑based)
Contract Duration: 6 months
Career Level: Entry Level (Fresh Graduate)
Application Deadline: June 20, 2026
Vacancy Number: Internship #064/2026

About GIZ African Union

GIZ is a global service provider in international cooperation for sustainable development, operating in 120+ countries. Since 2004, GIZ has partnered with the African Union (AU) to advance Agenda 2063 – The Africa We Want, supporting peacebuilding, governance, sustainable economic growth, health, social development, and just transition.

The GIZ African Union Office, headquartered in Addis Ababa, provides services in procurement, financial management, HR, communication, portfolio management, and operational support to AU programmes and projects across 40+ member states.

Position: Intern – Portfolio Management & Communication

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Draft, edit, and design social media posts, newsletters, and communication products.
• Data Management: Maintain contact lists, portfolio information, and communication materials.
• Research & Analysis: Prepare briefs, presentations, and reports on AU‑related topics.
• Event Support: Provide logistical and conceptual support for workshops, events, and meetings.
• Administrative Support: Assist with routine office tasks and team coordination.

Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates (within the last 6 months) with a degree in International Relations, Political Science, Communications, African Studies, or related fields.
• Strong interest in AU policies or international development is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in English (knowledge of other AU languages is an advantage).
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
• Ability to analyze data and synthesize complex information.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Team player with proactive and resourceful mindset.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) is desirable.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their motivation letter and CV via email:
📧 recruitment-ethiopia@giz.de

📌 Subject line: Your Full Name – Internship #064/2026
📌 Applications without the vacancy number in the subject line may be disqualified.
📌 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GIZ is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified candidates, regardless of disability, age, sex, ethnicity, race, or religion, are encouraged to apply.

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