Adaptation Interns X2: Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)

Reports to: Component Manager - CSP IV

Duty Station: Hatfield, Pretoria

Duration: Six (6) months

PROJECT BACKGROUND

Germany provides a visible and impactful contribution to support the South African Government in reaching its goals to tackle the challenge of climate change. The Climate Support Programme Phase 4 (CSP4), funded under the International Climate Initiative (IKI), a financing vehicle by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) is supporting the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) in developing and implementing climate change policy. CSP4 supports the South African (SA) government in strengthening the mainstreaming and implementation of its climate and biodiversity policies. It contributes to SA's transition to a low-carbon economy and a climate-resilient society in line with the Vision 2050 in a just manner, while also ensuring biodiversity conservation.

The advertised positions are oriented at strengthening the capacities at the DFFE. The intention is to expose the intern to the work environment that spans across focus topics.

About the State Organisation

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE): DFFE’s core business is to manage, protect, and conserve South Africa’s environment and natural resources. It aims to provide leadership in environmental management, conservation, and protection towards sustainability for the benefit of South Africans and the global community.

Internship Positions

DFFE: Two positions available. Interns will work in different departments, contributing to the management, protection, and conservation of South Africa’s environment and natural resources.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES - see full job description download below:

Main Outputs for the Internship:

The intern will be providing technical and administrative support in the implementation of the key tasks of the Department. The tasks will comprise of support to the following activities, but not limited to:

  • Assist in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
  • Participateion in research projects related to climate change, biodiversity, and environmental conservation.
  • Support of the development and implementation of environmental policies and strategies.
  • Contribution to the production of weather forecasts and warnings.
  • Assist in the maintenance and operation of observational networks.
  • Support of any other relevant activities as and when required.

APPLICATION PROCESS

GIZ will only assess applications which meet the following criteria:

  • Suitable candidates should apply by submitting a
    • A motivation letter (max. 1 page) stating why they should be the preferred
    • Candidate for this Internship, the value added they will bring to the project.
    • This should be accompanied by a detailed CV and indicating their nationality.

Applications should be submitted to: recruit-pretoria@giz.de, with the email subject line “Application for Adaption Internship - DFFE” for the attention of Head of Human Resource.

Closing date for applications: 26 August 2024.

                              Only shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

                  Applications without a Cover letter will not be considered!