The South African-German Energy Programme (SAGEN-CET), implemented by GIZ and funded by the German government, is offering a 6-month Graduate Internship for an Intern – Gender Mainstreaming Support. The programme seeks passionate graduates to contribute to gender-responsive action, stakeholder engagement, and communication initiatives in the energy sector. The role offers hands-on experience in driving gender equality within the context of South Africa’s energy transition.

Minimum Requirements:

• Completed undergraduate degree in:
  • Gender Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Environmental Studies
  • Energy Policy
  • Development Studies
  • Or a related field relevant to energy and social justice
• South African citizen or valid Permanent Residency holder
• Must not have participated in a previous internship programme
• Strong interest or experience in gender mainstreaming, women’s empowerment, and diversity
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a multicultural team environment

Responsibilities:

• Support cross-functional teams on gender-focused energy activities
• Assist with stakeholder engagement and gender-responsive policy implementation
• Contribute to design of gender equality initiatives
• Assist with logistics, communications, and knowledge management
• Help organize and coordinate workshops, events, and training sessions
• Contribute to M&E reporting and track progress of project activities
• Conduct research on trends and policies related to gender and energy

Internship Stipend: R148,800 per annum (R12,400/month)

How to apply:

Click here to apply for GIZ Gender Mainstreaming Support Internship 2025

Documents required:

• Motivation letter (maximum one page) explaining why you’re the ideal candidate
• Detailed CV with clear indication of nationality

Applications without a motivation letter will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more about the SAGEN Programme, visit: www.sagen.org.za