The internship focuses on support to the openIMIS initiative (www.openIMIS.org). openIMIS is an interoperable, versatile open source software which supports the administration of health financing and social protection programs. It is designed to manage the complex, high-volume data flows which are required to operate such programs by seamlessly integrating beneficiary, provider and payer data. More than 34 million people in 14 countries benefit from health insurance, employment injury insurance, cash transfer and voucher schemes managed using openIMIS. The openIMIS Initiative supports users, implementers and developers and co-ordinates the community of practice. It aims at promoting the use of the software as well as the continuous development and further integration with other digital systems in health and social protection.

As part of your internship, you will have the following tasks, among others:

• Contribute to openIMIS' various digital communication channels (Drupal-based website, social media, newsletter)
• Support in developing compelling communication materials, including press releases, fact sheets, videos, impact stories, and case studies
• Contribute to the implementation of openIMIS' internal and external communications strategy
• Assist in the planning, organization, and follow-up of both virtual and physical events
• Contribute to knowledge products related to digital transformation and social protection
• Support M&E efforts through data analysis and reporting
• Provide general administrative and organizational assistance as needed

• Current student in digital media/communications, digital technology/management, journalism, public relations, international development, social sciences, or another related field
• Interest in communications, knowledge management processes and data analytics, demonstrated interest in the use and promotion of open-source software and technologies
• High level of technical competency, including familiarity with or willingness to learn the ins and outs of working with Drupal-based websites and content management systems and other applications
• Strong organisational skills as well as high quality written and verbal communication skills, commitment, teamspirit, initiative and creativity
• Excellent MS-Office skills
• Very good knowledge of written and spoken German and English (English is the team language), knowledge of French or Spanish is an advantage

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued - regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation.

Please be informed that you are only allowed to apply for this internship, if you are currently enrolled as a student or graduated not longer than six months ago from the start of your internship.

We pay a monthly stipend of €2.205,04 (gross).

We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.

For further information, please contact Ms Jung (rachelle.jung@giz.de).