The Global Shield against Climate Risks (GS) was launched by the G7 under Germany’s presidency in 2022 in close partnership with the Vulnerable Twenty Group of Finance Ministers (V20). Through this collaborative partnership, the V20 and the G7 want to scale up further action and support to address the urgent needs of vulnerable people and countries facing increasing risks of losses and damages from climate change. The GS aims to provide more and better financial protection, and thus enable quick and reliable funding before or just after disasters happen, and protect governments, communities, businesses, and households against the impacts of disasters.

To achieve its objective, the GS will facilitate evidence-based and inclusive analyses of countries’ protection gaps, upon which countries will be able to submit requests to a flexible, global Financing Structure which will mobilize the needed support for more systematic financial protection.

The GS Secretariat will deliver technical, logistical and coordinative functions for the implementation of the GS. This entails support for the political leadership of the GS by the GS Board, the coordination of technical and implementation work via the GS Coordination Hub (GS-CH), and advisory services to GS partner countries via the GS Technical Advisory Group (TAG).

Information on the project and the topic can be found at: www.globalshield.org

You will carry out the following tasks during the internship:

• Analytical and Research Support: Assist the Secretariat with providing analytical and research support for the design and implementation of the Global Shield against Climate Risks, including contributions to In-Country Processes, Coordination Hub meetings, and GS Board meetings
• Logistical Support for Workshops: Help organize and coordinate the logistics for workshops, ensuring smooth operations including scheduling, preparing materials, and support with managing participant communication
• Document Drafting and Review: Support the drafting, reviewing, and editing of documents, including reports, presentations, and other materials related to the Global Shield initiative
• Communication and Public Relations: Contribute to the communication strategy by drafting presentations, reports, social media content, newsletters, and website updates, ensuring clear messaging about Global Shield activities
• Meeting Coordination: Assist in the preparation and monitoring of internal meetings, as well as meetings with partners and stakeholders, including taking notes and ensuring follow-up actions are tracked

• You are currently studying for a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in the fields of geography, sustainable resource management, political science, (development) economics, international cooperation, (insurance) mathematics or other relevant subjects; alternatively, you must have completed your studies no more than 6 months ago at the beginning of your internship
• Initial experience in topics such as disaster risk management, climate or disaster risk financing / insurance against natural risks, adaptation to climate change and international climate policy is an advantage
• Fluent in English and French or Spanish
• You have gained initial experience in developing or emerging countries (e. g. through internships, semesters abroad etc.)
• You have a good self-organization and can work independently
• You have a high ability to work in a team and communication skills

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.

Please ensure you meet the legal requirements for working in Germany i. e. hold a work visa, permanent residence, or EU citizenship in Germany.

For further information, please contact Ms Lea Kulick or Ms Anastasia Thomaides (lea.kulick@giz.de or anastasia.thomaides@giz.de).