Intern (m/f/d) Article 6 Connect – Sustainable Development through Carbon Markets in Africa (A6C)

On behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the global project ‘Article 6 Connect – Sustainable Development through Carbon Markets in Africa’ (A6C) strengthens the capacity of selected partner countries to utilise international market mechanisms under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. This mechanism offers countries the opportunity to cooperate in the field of climate action by financing climate protection projects and transferring their emission reduction results internationally.
The project currently supports Ethiopia and South Africa. In addition, regional activities are planned at the sub-regional level in Africa. The focus is on implementation-oriented capacity building relating to Article 6. The countries are supported in establishing the necessary institutional arrangements- including regulations, processes, instruments and platforms. Furthermore, networks for the exchange of experience are being established. This enables informed decision-making by political actors and strengthens the integrity of implementation. It also promotes the achievement of NDCs and increases climate ambition in the partner countries.
In addition to country-level activities, the BMZ is supported in advancing cooperation and coordination with and within the EU regarding Article 6. The aim is to enhance the integrity of the Article 6 mechanism and its impact on sustainable development. Capacity-building in the countries and regions and the work within the EU are intended to reinforce one another.
The project is part of the Climate Programme – under which close coordination and cooperation with the Climate Sector Project and the BMZ’s own initiative, Contribution Claims, is envisaged.

During your internship with the A6C global project, you will gain insights into the team’s day-to-day work. The project is in its first year of implementation and you will assist with a wide range of varied tasks.

Your responsibilities will include, amongst other things:

• Compiling and summarising a daily overview of the latest news on carbon markets and related topics
• Conducting specialist research on climate policy issues and drafting brief updates, analyses, talking points, speech drafts and strategy papers
• Supporting the BMZ’s advisory work on carbon markets, including setting priorities and defining the BMZ’s position
• Supporting the work of colleagues in partner countries
• Supporting the BMZ’s positioning within a framework of stronger European coordination
• Supporting the production of publications and information materials on Germany’s engagement with carbon markets; where necessary, preparing background information and speech contributions, and assisting with the preparation of events
• Organisational support for the project, e. g. through the preparation and follow-up of workshops, working meetings and webinars; preparation of presentations, participation in and minute-taking at internal and external meetings and events
• Support with communication tasks
• Support with knowledge management and reporting

Essential:

• You are in your third semester or above (preferably on a Master’s programme) in a relevant discipline related to climate change, climate policy and/or development cooperation, or international cooperation
• You have gained practical experience through relevant work placements or part-time jobs, preferably abroad
• You have a good basic understanding of climate change and international climate policy
• General knowledge of development cooperation, experience in developing countries (e. g. through studies or travel) and/or knowledge of German development cooperation would be an advantage
• You possess analytical thinking skills, a structured approach to work, good process management skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and, in particular, the ability to present relevant information concisely and precisely
• Good knowledge of standard MS Office programmes and collaborative tools such as MS Teams is required
• You enjoy taking the initiative and working independently, even under time pressure
• You can express yourself confidently in English, both verbally and in writing

Desirable:

• Basic knowledge of topics such as national and international carbon markets, greenhouse gas mitigation, the development and implementation of NDCs, climate finance, and/or international climate negotiations is an advantage
• You have some experience in public relations, particularly in managing social media accounts and effective communication
• You are interested in the project’s gender work
• A good command of German is desirable; knowledge of other languages, particularly French, is an advantage

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 €2.349,- (gross).

We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities. 

For further information, please contact Mrs Paula Kuls (paula.kuls@giz.de).