Job title : Intern – IT
Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria
Deadline : December 19, 2025
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- Based in Hatfield and reporting to the Head of Finance and Administration with guidance from the IT Specialist this 6-month role places you at the centre of GIZ’s digital operations. You will support the smooth running security and reliability of all IT systems ensuring colleagues can work efficiently across the organisation.
What You Need to Succeed...
Qualifications :
Diploma or Degree in ITTraining for Microsoft Windows Server 2012 or 2016, Windows 10 and MS Office 2016 or 365 (certificate advantageous)CompTIA A+ and N+ certificates (advantageous)CCNA training (certificate advantageous)Outstanding knowledge of IT hardware, software, networks, database systems and securityKnowledge of SAP or WINPACCS is advantageousProfessional Experience :
Up to 6 months experience in an IT support or similar role (advantageous but not required)Additional Competencies
Strong working knowledge of ICT technologies, MS Office 365, MS Teams and general IT applicationsGood command of English, German an advantageStrong communication skills, interpersonal maturity and collaborative approachAbility to work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlinesProactive, structured and able to work independentlyWillingness to upskill continuouslyWhat You Will Be Doing ...
You will support colleagues across the Country Office and projects with day-to-day ICT needs, ensuring that all systems remain stable, secure and aligned with GIZ IT regulations.Key Responsibilities
Maintain hardware and software to minimise interruption to GIZ operationsEnsure compliance with ISO or IEC 27001 related guidelinesIdentify issues, propose solutions and support digital improvementsSupport innovation, documentation and knowledge managementTechnical Tasks You Will Support
IT Infrastructure and Tools :
Assist with purchasing, installing and maintaining hardware such as notebooks, servers, printers, scanners and digital devicesMonitor hardware and software condition and assist with upgradesSupport the maintenance and updating of Office 365, SAP, Payroll, Windows 10 or 11 and Server environmentsSupport software updates and acquisitionsMonitor internet connectivityHelp maintain the local area networkIT Security
Monitor vulnerabilities in communication networksSupport compliance with GIZ IT and data security rulesUpdate antivirus and operating system patchesMaintain user permissions and shared folder accessAssist with backups and recovery processesGeneral IT Support
Support administration of the entire IT systemAssist in safeguarding systems against security threatsResolve user support requests and provide telephonic assistanceMaintain IT emergency readinessSupport IT related projectsMaintain and update hardware and software inventoriesDocument server and workstation settingsEnsure on-site IT is aligned with GIZ IT guidelinesICT jobs