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DEI_GLT Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisor

GIZ | Lusaka

GIZ

Innovating the future of tech solutions in Zambia.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is the implementing agency of the Federal Republic of Germany for technical and international cooperation. It offers flexible, sustainable and effective solutions in political, economic and social change processes. Most of the work of GIZ is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). GIZ also operates on behalf of other German ministries as well as public and private bodies in Germany and abroad. These include the European Commission, the United Nations, the World Bank and governments of other countries.

As a service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development and international education work, the ‘Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit’ (GIZ) GmbH is dedicated to shaping a future worth living around the world. One of the leadership principles in GIZ is “Cooperate in Diversity”. This principle aims to achieve the following objectives:

To reflect on the meaning of and mainstream the above-mentioned principle, GIZ promotes a corporate culture of action always based on universal ethical values and principles. Integrity, respect for human dignity, openness and non-discrimination are at the heart of this culture.

GIZ Zambia/Zimbabwe is committed to these values and to a transparent and self-critical approach to development cooperation. It is our aim to set up sustainable institutional capacities to engage on topics relating to diversity, equity and inclusion pro-actively and comprehensively. The position advertised here is intended to make an active contribution to the realisation of this set up.

GIZ Zambia is looking for a Specialist to spearhead the following important cross-cutting topics:

1.    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

2.    Gender (Country Focal Point Zambia)

REF: GIZ_DEI_GLT, band 4 (based in Lusaka)

1. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) – Main tasks and responsibilities

2. Country Gender Focal Point Zambia

Qualifications and Requirements:

Professional experience:

Other knowledge and additional competences

Application deadline: 27 July 2025

Please understand, that we can only accept and process applications via our E-recruiting system. Applications should meet the following criteria:

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued – regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background or age.

GIZ would like to increase the proportion of employees with disability. People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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