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.

Tätigkeitsbereich

The "Sino-German-Cooperation on Climate Change" (SGCCC) acts as a platform for exchange on NDC implementation and climate governance between the Chinese and German national climate departments. At the national level, it supports the policy dialogue and enhances the exchange of experiences and best practices. At the local level, activities contribute to the enhanced implementation of climate policies (mitigation, adaptation, finance) and measures in China’s 14th Five-Year Plan. GIZ implements the project as part of Germany’s International Climate Initiative (IKI) on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action and the Federal Foreign Office.

Ihre Aufgaben

• Research assignments on European, German and Chinese climate policy and support in closely following climate-related policy developments.
• Assistance in the preparation, implementation and follow-up of project activities (including but not limited to meetings, bilateral dialogues, expert workshops, networking, conferences, study tours etc.) and related documentation of project results.
• Maintenance and updating of the internet presence and other PR and information materials.
• Preparation of documentation and reports on activities and developments for internal and external use.
• Targeted research on project-relevant topics, editing of information for newsletters and presentations.
• Translation of documents and presentations between German and English (and Chinese).
• Support of daily administrative project tasks.
• Division of work between the projects and additional tasks may be assigned in coordination with the project teams based on project workloads, progress, and the intern’s performance.

Research assignments on European, German and Chinese climate policy and support in closely following climate-related policy developments.,Assistance in the preparation, implementation and follow-up of project activities (including but not limited to meetings, bilateral dialogues, expert workshops, networking, conferences, study tours etc.) and related documentation of project results.,Maintenance and updating of the internet presence and other PR and information materials.,Preparation of documentation and reports on activities and developments for internal and external use.,Targeted research on project-relevant topics, editing of information for newsletters and presentations.,Translation of documents and presentations between German and English (and Chinese).,Support of daily administrative project tasks.,Division of work between the projects and additional tasks may be assigned in coordination with the project teams based on project workloads, progress, and the intern’s performance.

Ihr Profil

Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree or recently graduated (within last six months) in a field relevant to both projects, e.g. Climate/Energy Policy, Environmental Economics, Political Science, International Relations or Regional Studies. Understanding of international climate change policies and instruments, in particular in the EU, Germany and China. Prior work experience/internships in the area of climate change, international cooperation and/or prior work experience/internships in China are an asset. Reliable, independent, results-oriented, structured working style and able to meet tight deadlines. Team player, enthusiastic, and with good communication skills. Experience in writing and using WordPress CMS is an advantage. Working proficiency in German and English; knowledge of Mandarin is an asset.