Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH BACKUP Health Project Vacancy Announcement: Intern
Effectively, efficiently and focused on our partners – that is the way we support people and societies around the world, implementing activities aimed at enhancing the prospects and development of sustainable conditions for their own well-being. As a German federal company, GIZ is supporting the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany to implement its tasks in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.
BACKUP Health is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. The programme forms part of Germany’s contribution to strengthening the global health architecture and supports the effective and sustainable use of funds from global health financing mechanisms, particularly the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM).
The programme aims to improve the efficiency of globally financed health services and products, particularly for HIV, Tuberculosis and Malaria (HTM), in selected partner countries.
BACKUP Health works in close collaboration with ministries of health and finance, national coordination mechanisms, civil society organisations, and regional actors, particularly in Africa and Central Asia.
Details on the Internship
- Duration: 6 months
- Compensation: 200 EUR net per month
- Duty Station: Bishkek
- Transport and accommodation in case of business trips will be covered by GIZ in accordance with GIZ rules and regulations.
Tasks
Next to supporting the daily work of the project team, the intern will particularly engage in:
- supporting the preparation, implementation, and follow-up of workshops, seminars, trainings, meetings, conferences, and other project events. Provide logistical, organizational, and technical support during project events and activities;
- assisting in preparing, formatting, and maintaining project documentation, including meeting minutes, reports, and presentations. Preparing background notes, analytical summaries, and research materials as requested;
- providing written and oral translation/interpretation (Russian, English, Kyrgyz) during meetings and for project documents and communication materials;
- assisting in coordinating communication with project partners, consultants, and other relevant stakeholders.
- conducting desk research and collect information on topics relevant to the project;
- supporting the daily operations of the project team by carrying out administrative and operational tasks;
- performing other project-related duties assigned by the Project Manager, Focal Point and project team.
Intern Candidate Profile
- Students, fresh graduates or young professionals currently pursuing higher studies (students who have completed graduation or higher studies not more than 6 months ago);
- Study background or experience in the field of medicine, public health, social sciences, politics, international relations, law, other related fields;
- Very good command of English, Russian, Kyrgyz is required;
- Previous work experience is an advantage;
- Good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office).
Application Procedure
Be available for a short interview in person (or virtually).
If you are interested in this vacancy, please apply by sending your CV, letter of motivation (one A4 page) and references marked “Intern BACKUP” to the email vacancy-kg@giz.de by 05.08.2026.
All the application documents that have been received, will be used only for the selection process of the suitable candidate for the announced position. The documents will not be disclosed to third parties.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.