GIZ TZ
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Junior Portfolio and Communication Advisor
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Posted: 5 Nov 2026
Apply by: 18 Nov 2026
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Job details
Workplace type
On-site
Description
GIZ is a federally owned enterprise operating globally, assisting the German Government in achieving its policy objectives in international cooperation. We provide demand-driven, tailor-made, and effective ser-vices for sustainable development worldwide. In Tanzania and the surrounding region, GIZ supports the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community (EAC) in reaching their development goals. A wide range of topics include health, water, biodiversity, good financial governance, human rights and economic development. The overall portfolio covers bilateral, global and regional pro-jects with a diverse team of around 200 employees.
The GIZ Country Office is currently looking to fill the position of a Junior Portfolio and Communications Advisor.
The Junior Portfolio and Communication Advisor shall support the Country Office through a combined role across Portfolio Management, Communication and Records Management. The position is structured around three areas of responsibility: 40% Portfolio Management, 40% Communication, and 20% Rec-ords Management for the overall Country Office.
The Communication Unit is the focal point for internal and external communication of GIZ in Tanzania. The Portfolio Management Unit supports and advises the Country Director in the management and fur-ther development of the GIZ portfolio in the country. The position therefore provides a cross-cutting func-tion linking portfolio information, management processes, communication and institutional knowledge.
We are looking for a dynamic candidate to support us in these activities. The position requires a high degree of flexibility, coordination, sound judgement and commitment. It provides insight into overarching procedures and processes within GIZ and at government level, as well as into a broad range of intervention areas.
Responsibilities and Tasks
A. Portfolio Management – approximately 40%
• Responsibility for compiling and updating various lists and overviews
• Managing the MS Teams / Share Point filing structure for the Core Management Team and the extended Management Team (SMT)
• Preparation of minutes of the management team meetings
• Support in the organization of visits, missions and other events
• Support in the coordination of internal and external enquiries, various internal processes
• Any other task assigned by the Portfolio Manager
• Deputize the Portfolio Manager in his absence
B. Communication and Visibility – approximately 40%
• Manage and maintain GIZ Tanzania’s social media platforms, ensuring timely, high-quality and engaging content in line with GIZ corporate standards.
• Support in keeping information on GIZ’s portfolio current and accessible, including IDA & website content, GDC factsheets and portfolio overviews.
• Support the development of flagship communication products, including the quarterly newsletter, annual/portfolio publications, impact stories and other key communication materials.
• Support the coordination of the Communications Circle, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on agreed actions.
• Support PR activities around high-profile events, including media engagement, visibility materials, social media coverage, photography/video coordination and event-related content.
• Support internal and external communication, including collecting and packaging results, success stories and key messages from projects and programmes.
• Deputize for the Senior of Communications Specialist as required during his absence.
• Any other task assigned
C. Records Management – approximately 20%
• Together with two other colleagues in the country office functioning as records manager for the overall country office (without HR unit) according to the worldwide standards of GIZ
Required Entry Qualifications and Competencies
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Administration, Political Science, Communications, Development Studies or a related discipline. A Master's degree will be an added advantage
• At least 3 years of relevant experience working experience in an international organization
• If possible, previous working experience with GIZ or another German institution
• Knowledge of general procedures and processes of international development cooperation
• Proven working experience in knowledge and records management
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written in English.
• Proficiency of German language is of additional value, else readiness to learn German
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Teams, OneNote
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