host: GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit)
apply-url: https://www.giz.de/en/career/jobs/trainee-programmes
The Financial Management Trainee Programme, run by GIZ, is an 18-month opportunity for recent graduates to launch their careers in business administration. The programme includes three weeks of onboarding in Germany, followed by assignments in various divisions around the globe. With a focus on hands-on experience, the programme enables trainees to supplement their theoretical knowledge with practical skills, including a 12-month assignment working on a project abroad.
Overview
The programme covers a range of assignments and areas of expertise, providing a comprehensive overview of GIZ's work. The core of the programme is a 12-month assignment working on a project abroad, where trainees will complete a full business administration cycle.
- Three weeks of GIZ onboarding in Germany
- Assignments in various divisions in Bonn or Eschborn
- 12-month assignment working on a project abroad
- Job shadowing at the country office during the 12-month foreign assignment
- Work on a project specifically assigned to the trainee
- Comprehensive overview of GIZ's areas of work
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Financial Management Trainee Programme, applicants must have a Master's degree in business administration, economics, or a comparable field. Initial professional experience in finance, financial control, procurement, or administration is required, and experience abroad through an internship is desirable.
- Master's degree in business administration, economics, or a comparable field
- Initial professional experience in finance, financial control, procurement, or administration
- Experience abroad through an internship is desirable
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, teamwork skills, advisory skills, flexibility, dedication, and intercultural sensitivity
- Proficiency in relevant software (MS Office, especially Word and Excel) as well as knowledge of SAP
- Business fluency in German and English; French language skills would be an advantage
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in international financial management
- Comprehensive overview of GIZ's areas of work
- Opportunity to work on a project abroad
- Job shadowing at the country office
- Development of business administration skills
How to Apply
To apply for the Financial Management Trainee Programme, applicants must submit their application through the GIZ job portal. The programme is usually advertised in May, and successful applicants are admitted into the trainee programme on October 1 of the same year.
- Submit application through the GIZ job portal
- Attach a CV showing relevant experience and a cover letter
- Apply using the electronic application form
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of the Financial Management Trainee Programme?
The Financial Management Trainee Programme is an 18-month programme.
What are the eligibility requirements for the programme?
To be eligible, applicants must have a Master's degree in business administration, economics, or a comparable field, and initial professional experience in finance, financial control, procurement, or administration.
What is the language requirement for the programme?
Business fluency in German and English is required; French language skills would be an advantage.
When can I apply for the Financial Management Trainee Programme?
The programme is usually advertised in May, and successful applicants are admitted into the trainee programme on October 1 of the same year.
What are the benefits of the Financial Management Trainee Programme?
The programme provides hands-on experience in international financial management, a comprehensive overview of GIZ's areas of work, and the opportunity to work on a project abroad.
What is the application process for the Financial Management Trainee Programme?
Applicants must submit their application through the GIZ job portal, attaching a CV and cover letter, and using the electronic application form.