Background
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a German federal company for technical cooperation owned by the Federal Republic of Germany. GIZ has been operating in Uganda for almost 60 years, implementing commissions for the German government and other national and international, public, and private sector clients within the framework of the international Cooperation between the Federal Republic of Germany and the Government of Uganda.
The focus of GIZ’s work in Uganda is in three core areas:
- Peaceful and inclusive societies, focusing on Good Governance and displacement and migration.
- Transformation of agri-food systems, focusing on Rural Development and Agriculture
- Climate and Energy, just transition focusing on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency, and Climate Adaptation/Partnership and Climate Resilience
| Title | Trainee
GIZ Uganda Country Office |
| Reports to: | Country Director |
| Duty Station: | Kampala, Uganda. |
| Contract Duration: | 6 months |
| Ref. No | GIZ-CO/T/0125001 |
We encourage women, people with disabilities and minority groups to apply for this position. GIZ is committed to equal opportunities and diversity of perspective at the working place.
A. Key Learning Areas
- Administrative support to the Country Director.
- Creation and revision of strategy papers and presentations.
- Participation & recording of minutes at various meetings with GIZ programme offices, ministries, embassies and many more.
- Taking over editorial and organisational tasks as well as the preparation and implementation of events.
- Support of the communication department in the organisation of media trips – writing articles for social media, newsletter, GIZ website and intranet.
- Support the Country Office wherever necessary.
- Support the Focal Point for Disability Inclusion and Gender Mainstreaming with specific tasks (e.g., Organizing a Disability Inclusion Workshop for all GIZ staff in Uganda).
B. Required qualifications, competences, and experience.
Qualifications
• At least a Bachelor’s degree (or in final year) in Political Science, Social Science, Economics, Communications or a similar field.
Other knowledge, additional competences
- Very good knowledge of MS Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Quick comprehension, good analytical skills, and the ability to present complex contexts in a well-structured way.
- Understanding of International organizations and/or NGOs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent command of English language (oral and written).
- Self-reliant and motivated.
- Accurate and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage time efficiently.
- Dependable, punctual, and trustworthy.
How to Apply
- Applications and CVs should be in one document and a maximum of 5 pages only and sent electronically, quoting the position and reference number.
- Please include name and contact of three references. One official reference from your current workplace is a MUST.
- Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply to the Head of Human Resources by email to [email protected] until 5pm on Sunday 19th January 2025.
Please note: This is a national position. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Disclaimer: GIZ DOES NOT charge any kind of FEE(s) at whichever stage of the recruitment process.
