Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position-1 Finance Intern
Required Qualification and Experience
Education:Bachelor’s degree (completed) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
· Basic understanding of accounting principles.
· Knowledge of VAT and Withholding Tax regulations is an advantage.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
· Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA) is an added advantage.
Professional experience
· Fresh graduate, no occupational experience.
Other knowledge, additional competencies
· Strong analytical and numerical skills.
· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
· Good organizational and time management skills.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality.
· Good written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes
Requirement Skill
Active listening
- Development-oriented
- Creativity
- Strong coordination and networking skills
Job Position-2 Advisor (Project Coordinator Digital Sovereignty)
Required Qualification and Experience
Education:Completed university degree (bachelor or master); specializations in fields such as international relations, public administration, communications, business management and especially digital transformation are an asset
- Excellent command of English, with the ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and convincingly, both in writing and orally
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience (e.g. in fields like digital policy, in eGovernment, in international organizations, in procurement of digital solutions, in project management, in communications)
- Good understanding of digital transformation issues. Specific knowledge on digital public infrastructures, public procurement of IT, cloud computing, and geopolitical digital policy debates are assets.
- Strong analytical, planning, organizational, communication and social skills
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders in an international context
- Proactive and reliable team player who actively takes initiative and supports shared objectives
- High level of computer proficiency (Microsoft Office; advanced in AI prompting; Internet, Social Media, Knowledge Platforms)
Requirement Skill
Computer skill and knowledge.
- Development-oriented
Campaign planning and excution - Strong coordination and networking skills
ability to build strong working relationships
Desired Skill - Creativity
- Strong coordination and networking skills
Communication, coordination, networking and facilitation skills
Job Position-3 Procurement and Contracting
Required Qualification and Experience
Education:Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Law, Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
Professional experience
· Minimum of (5) five years of proven experience in procurement and contract management, including procurement planning, tendering, contract administration, and the application of relevant procurement legislation, policies, and procedures.
· Demonstrated knowledge and experience in drafting financing agreements and local contribution arrangements, with strong organizational, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to proactively manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines while ensuring compliance.
· Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple procurement and contract management activities simultaneously, work proactively, and meet strict deadlines.
· Excellent communication, negotiation skills, with a high level of integrity and professionalism and the ability to work autonomously.
· Fluency in Amharic and English. Proof of excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to draft clear, precise, and well-structured procurement documents, contracts, financing agreements, and professional correspondence. Knowledge of German at a professional level is an advantage.
Place Of Work: Addis Ababa
Deadline : August 10th, 2026
How To Apply
Application procedure:
Interested and qualified candidates shall submit their motivation letter along with their non-returnable recent CV via recruitment-ethiopia@giz.de
Applications without vacancy numbers in subject lines might be disqualified.
Please make sure you mention the vacancy number and position title Your Full Name_ Procurement and contracting specialist #081/2026 in the subject line of your E-Mail application.
“GIZ is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates, regardless of disability, age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply.”
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