Інтерн/-ка / National Intern
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is looking for the project “Financing Energy for Low-Carbon Investment – Cities Advisory Facility II (FELICITY II) Eastern Partnership and Central Asia in Kyiv:
NATIONAL INTERN
The Energy and Climate Cluster is focusing on the energy, environment and climate action sectors in Ukraine. Main target groups are households or public institutions engaging in energy efficiency measures such as thermal-energetic renovations or refurbishment of private housing or public buildings such as schools or kindergartens with the aim to modernize under latest EU building, construction and energy saving standards. In addition, the Cluster interacts with energy market actors, such as energy supply firms, distribution and transmission operators, or private companies providing energy efficiency services (creation of a market for energy services). Industry sectors in general are mainly: Power industry, high carbon-based industrial plants (steel, metal, metallurgy), extractive coal industries, renewables sector (including hydrogen fuels market as future technology).
Objective of the Internship:
The intern will support the team in organising and maintaining a project database and documents and assist with minor tasks related to coordination and administration. The intern’s primary responsibilities will revolve around contributing to the development of a database for the project.
Main tasks:
- a) Database Support
- Assist the team with various tasks related to the design and development of the database. Help create or update Excel files to track project activities, contacts, and documents by 31.10.2025.
- Contribute to data management activities, including assisting with data entry, validation, and cleansing to ensure information is accurate. Assist in designing the database in the application for managing databases by 15.11.2025.
- Support the creation and testing of user-friendly forms, queries, and reports till 22.12.2025.
- Test the database usability and learn how to resolve common user issues on 03 – 05.11.2025.
- Participate in user requirement meetings to understand team needs and assist in translating them into practical database features.as will be scheduled during the internship period.
- Support team in ensuring the data stays organised and up to date during the internship period.
- b) General Team Support
- Assist with preparing simple PowerPoint slides, tables, or overviews for the team meetings during November and December 2025.
- Help with filing key project documents and organizing the shared digital folders according to the established structure by the end of the internship (January 2026).
- Join team meetings and follow up on minor tasks, as agreed.
- Other services upon the request of the respective unit within the project/cluster.
Requirements:
- Strong proficiency in Excel and Database programme (Microsoft Office Access)
- Detail-oriented with a structured and proactive work style.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to handle sensitive data with discretion and professionalism.
- Interest in sustainable development, climate, or governance topics is a plus.
Learning Opportunities
- Learn how a GIZ team or international cooperation project works.
- Gain experience in project support and internal coordination.
- Improve skills in Database development, document management, and teamwork.
- Be part of a dynamic, multicultural working environment.
Duration of Contract
3 months (as soon as possible starting from October 2025 till January 2026). The internship is paid. Typical workload for internship is 20 hours, but it might be increased/decreased with the respective recalculation of remuneration amount.
Application Procedure
If you are interested in our offer, we will be happy to read your CV and letter of motivation in English to be sent to [email protected]. The application deadline is COB 10 October 2025, Thursday.
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