Intern – SURE Programme

Job Description

About GIZ 

As a service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development and  international education work, we are dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the  world. We work with businesses, civil society actors and research institutions, fostering  successful interaction between development policy and other policy fields and areas of activity.  In Sierra Leone, the GIZ has been working since 1963 in the following areas: Employment  promotion and agriculture, strengthening the health care system, resource governance and  sustainable energy access.  

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless  of gender, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, age, or any other protected characteristic. We  embrace diversity and believe that inclusivity in the workplace is essential to our success and  are committed to creating a work environment where all employees are valued and respected.  

Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.  

– Women’s perspectives are vital to our success.  

– Enjoy flexible hours and part-time work opportunities to help balance professional and  personal commitments.  

– Benefit from family-friendly policies 

Overview 

Around 760 million people worldwide still lack access to electricity, while approximately 2.6  billion people do not have access to clean cooking solutions. Access to affordable, reliable and  sustainable energy is a prerequisite for social and economic development and for achieving the  Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement. 

The bilateral programme “Sustainable Rural Development through Renewable Energy with  Special Focus on Women-Led Enterprises in Sierra Leone (SURE)” promotes sustainable  access to climate-friendly and demand-driven energy services for rural households, social  institutions and MSMEs, with particular attention to women-led enterprises. 

SURE promotes renewable energy solutions, productive use of energy, institutional capacity  development, technical and vocational education and training, and an enabling environment  for sustainable energy markets. The programme is co-financed by the European Union and  implemented by GIZ in close cooperation with the Ministry of Energy, the Ministry of  Technical and Higher Education and other public and private partners. 

The Intern supports the implementation of SURE activities from the programme office in  Freetown.

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We encourage women, people with disabilities and minority groups to apply for this position. GIZ is committed to equal opportunities and diversity of perspectives at the  working place. 

1. Responsibilities/Key Learning Areas 

Under the guidance of the SURE team, the intern will: 

• Programme implementation: Support the planning, coordination, monitoring  and day-to-day implementation of renewable energy activities, including gender responsive interventions and support to women-led enterprises. 
• Research, monitoring and reporting: Assist with research, data collection and  analysis, activity tracking, knowledge management, and the preparation of reports  and presentations. 
• Stakeholder coordination: Support engagement and follow-up with government  institutions, private-sector actors, development partners, consultants and other  stakeholders. 
• Events and field activities: Assist with the planning, organisation and  documentation of meetings, workshops, training sessions and field missions. • Operational support: Assist with communication and visibility materials,  procurement and contract documentation, and other administrative tasks in line  with GIZ procedures. 

The Intern performs the following tasks: 

1. Tasks 
2. Intern  

The Intern is located in Freetown: 

• Support technical and administrative implementation of programme activities. • Assist with reporting to BMZ, the European Union and other partners. • Prepare meeting minutes, presentations and technical documentation. • Support field monitoring visits and quality assurance of project activities. • Support communication, documentation and visibility activities. 
• Maintain electronic and hard-copy filing systems. 
• Support recruitment and onboarding of interns where required. 
• Perform additional duties as assigned by programme management. 

2. Other duties/additional tasks 

Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management. 

1. Required qualifications, competences, and experience 

Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree studies in Renewable Energy, Electrical Engineering,  Environmental Science, Gender and Social Inclusion, Development Studies, 

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Economics or related field. A reasonably equivalent qualification would be  evaluated. 

Professional experience 

• Previous internship, volunteering or research experience in renewable energy, international development or project management is an advantage. 

Other knowledge, additional competences 

▪ Excellent written and spoken English. 

▪ Good MS Office skills. 

▪ Strong organizational and communication skills. 

▪ Ability to work independently and in multicultural teams. 

▪ Knowledge of monitoring, data analysis or communication tools is an asset. ▪ Willingness to travel within Sierra Leone. 

How To Apply

• Applications (cover Letter, CV & Copies of Certificates) should be in ONE  DOCUMENT and a MAXIMUM OF 5 PAGES only and sent electronically,  quoting the position  
• Please include name and contact details of three references. One official reference  from your current workplace or previous company where you had your Traineeship  is a MUST.  
• Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply to The Human Resources Specialist by email to recruitmentsl@giz.de 
• Suitable candidates are invited to apply not later than 12th October 2026 with  this reference: SURE-INTERN-SL 

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.

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