Intern - Support Programme to the AfCFTA and AfPQ

ABOUT THE COMPANY

GIZ, the German Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH, provides services in the field of international technical cooperation worldwide. In Kenya, it has been active since 1964, and up to now implements programs in a wide variety of areas, including economic development, green energy and water, governance, food security, and peace and security. The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is GIZ’s main commissioning party. However, GIZ as well works closely with the private sector, fostering successful interaction between development policy and foreign trade.

JOB SUMMARY

A. BackgroundThe Alliance for Product Quality (AfPQ) supports African companies in improving their product quality, enabling them to enhance their competitiveness on the international market. It is a multi-stakeholder partnership between companies, business associations and German Development Cooperation, and is supported by the German Federal Government. Our goal is to improve product quality in Africa so that African companies can access global value and supply chains. We work hand-in-hand with local companies and institutes to improve the quality infrastructure and quality management skills.The German Federal Government is providing support to the African Continental Free Trade Area through GIZ. The GIZ Support Programme to the AfCFTA aims to address challenges around institutional and legal frameworks in supporting negotiations on, and implementation of the AfCFTA. In response to the heterogeneity of the AfCFTA State Parties in terms of size, income level and openness to other economies, and the complex nature of the AfCFTA negotiations and implementation, the programme works at continental, regional and national levels. The Kenya component supports trade negotiations and, to a certain extent, drives thefirst steps of implementation in the areas of trade in goods; trade in services; digital trade; intellectual property rights; competition; investment, and women and youth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

B. Summary of responsibilitiesThe intern shall be responsible for delivering the following:Supporting trade projects in providing professional advisory services to the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI), specifically the State Department of Trade (SDT); the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA); the Kenya Trade Network Agency (KenTrade), and other relevant partners to propel implementation of project objectives. In this function and under the supervision of the Project Lead, cooperation with a broad range of stakeholders is pivotal.Providing assistance in supporting trade relevant partners in Kenya (e.g., MITI, KenTrade, KRA and private sector) in fostering their role in implementing the AfCFTA.Supporting the: Conceptualization and implementation of trade-related interventions.Undertaking dialogue and exchange between GIZ and partner organisations outlined above as well as with private sector associations and the private sector.Providing administrative, logistical and technical support for the organization of conferences, workshops and stakeholder meetings, in Nairobi and other counties in Kenya.Coordinating the development of communication material and background information regarding trade facilitation and the AfCFTA.Contributing to innovation and knowledge management across the assigned projects.Spearheading maintenance, and update of the projects’ Monitoring & Evaluation systems.Any other role that may be assigned to them from time to time.TasksThe intern shall undertake the following tasks:Contribute to preparation and management of external consultancy services that aid the projects’ activities and efforts.Supporting the Advisory and Consultancy functionsIn collaboration with the Trade Team, participate in identifying needs for external support, support in the advisory and consultancy functions, and complement policy recommendation initiatives.Take part in the design, preparation and implementation of workshops, seminars and other events on issues connected with the programmes areas of activity.Support the procurement of a variety of services (workshops, venues, consultant services, PR and communication products etc.) in accordance with GIZ rules and regulations.Knowledge managementAssist in compiling information about ongoing and planned activities and ensure the completion and maintenance of the project’s M&E system.Regularly updating the project’s operational plan.Assist in drawing up reports and presentation documents.With the support of a supervisor, prepare appropriate input for various programmes reports including annual reports, and contribute to the other reports required by project leads.Undertake research activities and studies on political issues which benefit joint programmes; and Any other functions assigned by the team leadership.C. Qualifications and Professional ExperienceUniversity degree in business, business administration, economics, law or other relevant field of study.Prior professional experience in a comparable position in the area of regional/ international trade is desirable but not necessary.Additional competenciesCreativity.Excellent knowledge of EnglishWillingness to up-skill as required by the tasks to be performedAssignment period: 6 MonthsDuty Station: NairobiD. Submission of ApplicationVacancy Reference Number: GIZ/SED/01/02/2025Last date of receiving applications: 19th February 2025Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. GIZ is an equal opportunity employer.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Ability to coordinate, Written communication, Reporting, Creativity

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree