The GIZ-implemented Employment in Jordan 2030 project is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join its team in Jordan.

This internship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment that uses creative methods to strengthen civil society organisations in Jordan, enhancing skills, approaches, and opportunities for marginalized youth and communities.

About the project?

Under the Framework Agreement between the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany and the Government of

the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Employment in Jordan 2030 Project (EJ2030) is implemented by the “Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH” in close cooperation with its political partner the Ministry of Labour (MoL) and other national partners.

In cooperation with the Ministry of Labour, the project aims to strengthen Jordan’s employment system through three interlinked areas of intervention. First, it supports evidence-based labour market policies by developing a comprehensive policy cycle, establishing a Labour Market Information System (LMIS), and assessing the impact of existing employment measures and systems. Second, it promotes safer and more productive work environments by enhancing the institutional capacities of the Central Inspection Directorate and field inspection units, developing the technical, advisory, and digital competencies of labour inspectors and occupational safety and health (OSH) personnel, and designing business development services (BDS) to improve working conditions in enterprises. Third, the project enhances target group-specific labour market services by improving the Ministry’s digital job portal SAJJIL, strengthening the institutional and technical capacities of eight public employment offices and the Central Employment Directorate, designing and implementing tailored employment measures through private service providers.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of activities related to policy development, target-oriented labour market services, business development services, capacity development of partners, and other project initiatives, including research, studies, and both online and in-person events.
• Provide technical, logistical, and administrative support in the preparation of workshops, events, and meetings with partners
• Support in the preparation and design of various material incl. reports, texts and publications in English.
• Assist in collecting and analysing data related to labour market trends, employment programmes, and policy documents.
• Support in the quality assurance of translated documents and support in the translation of material from English to Arabic and vice versa 
• Other tasks upon the request of the direct superior

Who Are We Looking For?

• Bachelor's degree in economics, statistics, public policy, political science, administration, management or comparable discipline, preferably recent graduates (within 24 months)
• High affinity for topics in the field of employment promotion and development cooperation.
• Basic understanding of Jordan’s labour market structure and challenges (youth employment, gender gaps, inclusion of persons with disabilities, etc.).
• Initial experience in event management, research, analysis and summarising of information.
• Excellent reporting, writing and presenting skills
• Organisational skills and initiative, a structured way of working, a quick perception as well as a high-quality awareness and team orientation.
• Team spirit, intercultural sensitivity, and a proactive attitude.
• Very good verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Very good working knowledge of ICT technologies (related software, phone, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g., MS Office, Excel)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work.

How to Apply:

• Please submit your resume (maximum of 2 pages) along with a cover letter (maximum of 1 page).
• In your cover letter, explain your motivation to join the EJ2030 project
• Deadline: Applications will be accepted for two weeks, closing on 25.08.2026. Initial reviews will occur after one-week, remaining applications retained for future consideration.

Location:  GIZ-EJ2030 office, Um Uthaina, Amman

Assignment Period:6 months

Type of Employment: paid internship