GIZ Ethiopia – Knowledge Management Internship (Jigjiga)

GIZ Ethiopia – Knowledge Management Internship (Jigjiga)

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Project: Capacity Development for Strengthened Drought Resilience in the Ethiopian Lowlands III (CDSDR III)
Location: Jigjiga, Somali Region
Employment Type: Internship (Office‑based)
Contract Duration: 6 months
Application Deadline: June 19, 2026
Career Level: Entry Level (Fresh Graduate)

About the Project

GIZ supports the Ethiopian Government in strengthening drought resilience and promoting sustainable natural resource management in the lowlands. The CDSDR III project works across Afar, Somali, Oromia, and central coordination components to improve environmental stability, institutional capacity, and community resilience. The Somali Region component, based in Jigjiga, focuses on natural resource management, watershed rehabilitation, livelihoods, gender‑responsive programming, and resilience building.

Position: Knowledge Management Intern

Responsibilities:

• Support documentation of project achievements, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Assist in developing knowledge products (case studies, success stories, policy briefs).
• Manage digital and physical knowledge repositories.
• Provide support in monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) activities.
• Collect and analyze field data, prepare community profiles, and document project results.
• Contribute to communication and visibility efforts (reports, newsletters, social media).
• Assist in implementing feedback and response mechanisms.
• Provide general technical and operational support to the Somali regional team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Communication, M&E, Political Science, Natural Resource Management, Gender, Public Administration, or related fields.
• Fresh graduate (graduation within the past 6 months).
• No prior work experience required; internship or volunteer experience in M&E, communication, or knowledge management is an asset.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong interest in M&E, knowledge management, communication, and gender equality.
• Good writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, digital collaboration tools).
• Experience with Canva/Adobe or social media content creation is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and willingness to learn.

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 #063/2026
📌 Applications without vacancy number in subject line may be disqualified.
📌 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GIZ is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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