The GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini office has announced a new vacancy for an Intern: Communications and Social Media under its JUST SA Project, which supports a just transition toward a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy.
The internship is based in Hatfield, Pretoria, and forms part of broader efforts to strengthen communication, stakeholder engagement, and public awareness around climate action and sustainable development initiatives.
Applications close on 9 July 2026.
About the GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini JUST SA Project
The JUST SA Project is implemented by GIZ to support South Africa’s transition toward a more sustainable and inclusive economy. The initiative focuses on ensuring that climate and energy transitions are socially equitable and economically inclusive.
Key areas of the project include:
- Supporting national, provincial, and local implementation of just transition policies
- Strengthening stakeholder engagement across government, communities, and private sector actors
- Promoting economic diversification and small, medium, and micro enterprise (SMME) development in Mpumalanga
- Advancing community-led development initiatives in municipalities affected by energy transition
- Supporting research and implementation related to coal mine land and water rehabilitation
- Enhancing climate resilience and sustainable development outcomes
The project places strong emphasis on inclusive communication strategies to ensure that affected communities are informed and actively engaged in transition processes.
Internship Role: Communications and Social Media
The Communications and Social Media Intern will support the JUST SA project team in delivering effective communication outputs and digital engagement strategies.
The role is designed for early-career applicants interested in climate communication, development work, and digital media engagement.
Key Responsibilities
The intern will be expected to assist with:
- Development and management of social media content
- Supporting communication campaigns and outreach activities
- Drafting and editing communication materials
- Assisting in stakeholder engagement and project visibility initiatives
- Contributing to documentation of project activities and impact stories
- Supporting digital communication strategies aligned with project objectives
The role provides hands-on exposure to development communications within an international cooperation environment.
Eligibility and Requirements
Applicants are expected to demonstrate:
- Interest in communications, journalism, media studies, or related fields
- Understanding of climate change, sustainability, or development issues
- Strong writing and digital communication skills
- Ability to work in a team-oriented and multicultural environment
- Motivation to contribute to inclusive and climate-focused development initiatives
Additional requirements include submission of a motivational letter, which is mandatory for consideration.
Location and Working Context
- Location: Hatfield, Pretoria, South Africa
- Organisation: GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini
- Project: JUST SA (Just Transition South Africa)
The role is situated within a broader international development cooperation framework focused on climate action and sustainable economic transformation.
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit:
- A curriculum vitae (CV)
- A motivational letter (mandatory requirement)
- Any additional documents specified in the full job description
The full job description is accessible via the official application link provided by GIZ.
Applications submitted without a motivational letter will not be considered.
Key Deadline
- Application Closing Date: 9 July 2026
Call for Action
The internship opportunity at GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini reflects growing demand for communication professionals in climate and development sectors. Through the JUST SA project, the organization continues to support inclusive climate transition efforts, community engagement, and sustainable economic development in South Africa’s coal-dependent regions.
