Internship: develoPPP Ventures - GIZ - Eschborn, Germany

Praktikant*in für develoPPP Ventures im Globalvorhaben develoPPP

Recruiter: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)

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About the Organisation

For over 50 years, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), as a federal enterprise, has been supporting the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. We work with partner organizations in 120 countries on a wide variety of projects to create a better life for all.

Job Summary

The develoPPP program, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), implements development-relevant and commercially viable projects with the private sector in developing countries. The develoPPP Ventures funding window was created to directly support African start-ups. Selected African Small and Growing Businesses with business models that contribute to the SDGs receive financial and technical support to scale their operations and attract commercial investment.

Key Details:

• Job ID: V000062128
• Location: Eschborn, Germany
• Field: Junior Staff
• Contract Type: Internship (Full-time)
• Contract Duration: August 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026

Salary & Benefits:

• Monthly Intern Remuneration: €2,205.04 (gross)
• GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter, promoting an inclusive and appreciative work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support project managers in the selection, evaluation, and quality assurance of develoPPP Ventures candidates.
• Assist in the analysis of business plans and in-depth due diligence of ventures candidates in cooperation with experts and partners.
• Participate in, prepare, and follow up on meetings with start-ups, implementation partners, and experts.
• Support contract preparations with the start-ups and proactively handle internal process steps for contract conclusion.
• Conduct research on specific business models and sectors and contribute to processing results and experiences.
• Support strategic processes within the team.

Your Profile:

• Studying Economics, Business Engineering, IT, Natural Sciences with a business focus, or a similar field. You must be currently enrolled or have graduated no more than six months ago.
• Initial experience in the private sector in start-up promotion (e.g., Venture Capital) or business development with a focus on venture financing.
• Excellent command of German and English (written and spoken). French skills are an advantage.
• Strong interest in analyzing business models, evaluating pitch decks, and commercial due diligence.
• Service-oriented, strong communication skills, and ability to manage internal processes effectively.
• Proactive, transparent, and able to organize your work independently and efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted through the GIZ online recruitment system. For any content-related questions, please contact Mr. Carillo Wilisch at camilo.carrillowilisch@giz.de.

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