HQ: FINANCE INTERN (2025)

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. 

The Global Green Growth Institute internship program provides a unique learning opportunity for students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program is designed for talented and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to GGGI’s operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the Institute and provides assistance and training in various professional fields in a multicultural environment. We encourage qualified women and men, particularly nationals of developing countries with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds, to apply. 

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY

• Application period for the program: January 3 to January 21, 2025
• Internship duration: Jan 2025- July 2025

We are looking for a talented individual to work with us in the Finance Unit to provide operational support to the Finance unit.

The assignment will include the following but not be limited to:

• Provide reconciliation support for GGGI’s corporate credit card (CCC), Country Offices petty cash, purchase orders, and Timesheets during the month-end close process and appropriately file the accompanying documentation.
• Provide support for the promotion of sound financial management practices through the update of knowledge guidelines and related guidelines
• Provide support in gathering and compiling records, vouchers, invoices, and other relevant documentation to support the project or corporate audit process while organizing and maintaining a comprehensive and well-structured audit file for easy reference.
• Provide support in developing appropriate reporting tools to monitor and track corporate and project finance-related KPIs effectively.
• Undertake other ad-hoc assignments as required.

ELIGIBILITY                                     

Applicants to the GGGI internship program must, at the time of application, meet the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s (final year), Master’s, or PhD program prior to internship assignment or a recent graduate within the last 12 months.
• Be or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work.
• Possess an excellent command of English.

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and auditing standards.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Working knowledge of PowerBI or other Business Intelligence tools will be a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and meet deadlines.
• Agile and continuous improvement mindset.

SELECTION PROCESS

• Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
• GGGI evaluates applications based on eligibility requirements, relevance of academic study and work experience (if any), and the level of interest and motivation to contribute to development work.
• Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Duration: The internship program lasts at least three months and up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin their internship either before or within 12 months of graduation. 

Stipend: GGGI interns receive a monthly stipend of USD $500 per month (unless agreed to be funded by sponsoring institutions). All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by the interns or sponsoring institutions.  

Visa: GGGI will provide a supporting letter for the visa. Interns will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas.  

Travel: The intern will arrange and finance their travel to the internship location.  

Medical Insurance: Interns must present proof of valid medical insurance to GGGI upon returning the signed internship contract.

Confidentiality: Interns must keep confidential any unpublished information obtained during the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information.  

Academic Credit: Interns may get academic credit from their institution of higher education for the internship. Interns need to check with their university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships.  

Working Hours: interns are expected to work during normal working hours. Leave should be pre-approved by the Intern Manager, and the latter should inform the Office of HR accordingly.

Learning Outcomes: before completion of the internship, Intern Managers are expected to review the learning outcomes with the intern.

Certificate: provided upon successful completion of the internship, upon request.