Intern (m/f/d) Communications for the Digital Convergence Initiative (DCI) / Digital transformation of social protection systems

Intern (m/f/d) Communications for the Digital Convergence Initiative (DCI) / Digital transformation of social protection systems 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. Job-ID: V000062282 Location: Bonn Assignment period: 08/01/2025 – 01/31/2026 Field: Trainees Type of employment: full- or part-time Application deadline: 07/29/2025 In times of multiple and overlapping crises, the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) attributes high importance to the development of inclusive and adaptive social protection systems. GIZ’s global programme \“Global Alliances for Social Protection” supports this endeavor through work on the digital transformation and standard setting for interoperability in social protection through the Digital Convergence Initiative (DCI). Launched in 2021, the DCI: • Facilitates knowledge sharing on digital social protection systems at a global level • Builds consensus on technical standards to enable data exchange between digital systems in the social protection delivery chain and with external digital databases • Supports countries in their digital transformation journeys • Provides capacity development and training Your profile Current student in digital media/communications, public relations, digital technology/management, international development, social sciences, or another related field Familiarity with website and content management systems (WordPress) and other digital tools is a plus Strong interest in communications, knowledge management processes and data analytics Strong organisational skills High quality written and verbal communication skills Excellent MS-Office skills Excellent English skills are required. German, French, or Spanish is an advantage Job description In times of multiple and overlapping crises, the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) attributes high importance to the development of inclusive and adaptive social protection systems. GIZ’s global programme \“Global Alliances for Social Protection” supports this endeavor through work on the digital transformation and standard setting for interoperability in social protection through the Digital Convergence Initiative (DCI). Launched in 2021, the DCI: • Facilitates knowledge sharing on digital social protection systems at a global level • Builds consensus on technical standards to enable data exchange between digital systems in the social protection delivery chain and with external digital databases • Supports countries in their digital transformation journeys • Provides capacity development and training Your tasks As part of your internship, you will have the following tasks, among others: Support the various communications platforms and tools being used by DCI (website, social media, newsletter, etc) Develop communications products such as impact stories, videos, flyers, PPTs, etc. Support the implementation of the DCI communications strategy Supporting the organisation and follow-up of virtual and physical events Contribute to knowledge products and knowledge management on digital transformation and digital social protection Support with project management, M&E and data analytics Support in reporting, editing and layout of reports, studies and other papers General administrative/organisational support as required Your profile Current student in digital media/communications, public relations, digital technology/management, international development, social sciences, or another related field Familiarity with website and content management systems (WordPress) and other digital tools is a plus Strong interest in communications, knowledge management processes and data analytics Strong organisational skills High quality written and verbal communication skills Excellent MS-Office skills Excellent English skills are required. German, French, or Spanish is an advantage 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. 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 Ms Couturier (viktoria.couturier@giz.de). Our benefits