🔔 Exciting day yesterday we embarked on our 2024 annual country planning! Joined by country and project officials as well as representatives from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH headquarters, we reflected on the successes and valuable insights gained over the past year. After several productive sessions filled with exciting ideas exchanged, it is clear that 2024 is poised to be a year of significant #Impact. See more ⬇ Bodo Immink Katja Kammerer
About us
On behalf of the German Government, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH works with national, international and private sector partners in Kenya. Our main commissioning party is the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). Our priority areas in Kenya include Sustainable economic development and employment promotion; Agriculture and food security; and Renewable energy and climate change. The registered offices of GIZ are in Bonn and Eschborn (Germany). Registration information: https://www.giz.de/en/html/registration_information.html Our netiquette: https://www.giz.de/en/mediacenter/93951.html Data privacy statement: https://www.giz.de/en/html/data_protection.html Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
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External link for GIZ Kenya
- Industry
- International Trade and Development
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Nairobi
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- Public Company
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Nairobi, KE
Employees at GIZ Kenya
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James Njuguna
Seasoned Business Intelligence Developer | Transforming Data into Actionable Insights | Bridging Cultures for Inclusive Insights 🌎 | Navigating the…
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Muriithi Kagai, MSc.
Chief Technical Advisor| Organizational Development Consultant | Investment Banker
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Portia Karani
Finance and Administration Specialist
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Cylia Kathambi
Award Winning Communication Specialist| Change Agent |Thought Leader| Entrepreneur | Polymath
Updates
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Women play a crucial role in the infrastructure sector, and #Build4Skills is dedicated to enhancing gender equality 🙌 By offering work-based training opportunities, we’re empowering women to excel and make significant contributions in the industry. These initiatives not only foster gender diversity but also bridge the skills gap, ensuring a more inclusive and capable workforce 💪 Let's continue to support and celebrate women in construction👷♀️ #WomenInConstruction #Inclusion #SkillsDevelopment #DiversityInConstruction
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One of the biggest challenges for e-commerce entrepreneurs is accessing finance 💸 Join our E-Commerce Webinar Series on September 5th to learn how to overcome this hurdle. Engage, grow, and succeed together! 🤑 Secure your spot: [email protected]
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Disability is not inability 💪 Patrick Muindi's journey from a trainee on the Mombasa-Mtwapa Road project to a full-time employee showcases the potential to leverage publicly financed infrastructure projects for inclusive employment opportunities. Thanks to the support of Kenya National Highways Authority and the African Development Bank Group, Patrick is breaking barriers in the construction sector and setting an inspiring example for others 👷♂️ #Build4Skills demonstrate how public infrastructure investments can create pathways for individuals with disabilities, driving both economic growth and social inclusion. Let’s continue to unlock opportunities and champion diversity across all sectors 🙌 #DisabilityInclusion #Build4Skills #BreakingBarriers #Infrastructure #InclusiveEmployment
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🎉 Kakuma Got Talent Season 10 is Here! 🎉 📅 Dates: September 6th & 7th, 2024 📍 Location: LWF Cafeteria, Compound 1 Get ready for an incredible showcase of talent at the Kakuma Got Talent (KGT) Season 10, a spectacular event organized by GIZ Kenya #ProSEET project and the Lutheran World Federation. Since its launch in 2014, KGT has been a cornerstone of youth empowerment, celebrating the diverse talents of young refugees and local youth in Turkana West. This year’s theme, “Monetizing Talents,” highlights our commitment to turning passion into opportunity. Talented youths from Turkana West will showcase their skills to an anticipated audience of 500 people, including local leaders and key stakeholders. 🌍✨ Highlights: 🎤 Live performances in music, dance, drama, and more 🎭 Cultural diversity and artistic brilliance on display 🤝 Networking and idea exchange for future opportunities 🕊️ Promoting peaceful coexistence and social awareness Join us for two days of vibrant performances, creativity, and cultural exchange. Let's celebrate these extraordinary talents and support our youth in their journey towards entrepreneurship and social impact. 💫 #KakumaGotTalent #KGTSeason10 #TalentShow #YouthEmpowerment #MonetizingTalents
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🚀 Call for proposals 🚀 Support Vocational Education and Training (VET) and skills development in collaboration with the private sector to respond to job opportunities arising from EU Global Gateway investments in Africa. The Team Europe Initiative, "Opportunity-driven Skills and VET in Africa", under the Global Gateway Investment Package, is seeking partners in the #Digital, #Health, #Transport, #Climate, and #Energy sectors. 🗓️ Funding applications are open from 6 Sept. to 3 Nov. 2024. 🤝 Help bridge the #skills gap, unlock employment potential, and drive positive local impact. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/daBNAd5h #TeamEurope #GlobalGateway
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Are you in #Kakuma, searching for a job or looking to hire? 👀 Look no further! 🙌 GIZ #ProSEET project and INTEGRATION launched the Kakuma Job Finder at the #TurkanaWest Job Fair 2024 this past weekend! This easy-to-use local job #browser is designed to connect employers and job seekers in Kakuma. Whether you’re looking for casual work or #professional opportunities, the platform has got you covered. Features include CV creation & editing, video profiles, and more! Explore now 🌐 https://lnkd.in/eRqm4iYH
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Empowering Youth in Turkana West: A Successful 2nd Job Fair and Expo 2024! 🌟 Over two impactful days, we hosted 45 exhibitors and welcomed more than 1,000 youth from refugee and host communities in Kakuma. This event wasn’t just about jobs—it was about building socio-economic resilience in one of Kenya’s most vulnerable regions. Participants engaged in workshops, business exhibitions, career counseling, and info sessions, all aimed at boosting their employability and entrepreneurship skills. At GIZ #ProSEET, we’re committed to creating spaces where talent meets opportunity, particularly in areas like Turkana West. Together with our partners, we’re working to enhance access to employment-generating skills and foster long-term self-reliance for youth in these communities. Partners: County Government of Turkana, International Labour Organization, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, Rural Employment Services, Career Guidance Institute, National Employment Authority, Humanity & Inclusion, Biashara Centre, INTEGRATION, KNCCI Turkana Chapter, Build Up ^, TCDM. Special thanks to Deputy Governor Dr. John Erus and MP Hon. Daniel Epuyo Nanok for their invaluable support. #YouthEmpowerment #JobFair2024 #TurkanaWest #GIZKenya #ProSEET #SkillsDevelopment #CareerOpportunities
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GIZ Kenya reposted this
🚀 Call for proposals: Support Vocational Education and Training (VET) and skills development in Africa. Collaborate with the private sector to respond to job opportunities arising from EU Global Gateway investments. The Team Europe Initiative, "Opportunity-driven Skills and VET in Africa", under the Global Gateway Investment Package, is seeking partners in the #Digital, #Health, #Transport, #Climate, and #Energy sectors. ℹ️ Join an online promotion session on 4 September 2024. 🗓️ Funding applications are open from 6 September to 3 November 2024. 🤝 Help bridge the #skills gap, unlock employment potential, and drive positive local impact. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/daBNAd5h #TeamEurope Enabel Expertise France Opetushallitus - Utbildningsstyrelsen - Finnish National Agency for Education Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ)
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Exciting news this week as WIDU.africa in Kenya has been named Second Runner-Up for the #SME Enablers award at the KEPSA Inaugural Annual SME Conference & Awards 2024! This recognition highlights GIZ Kenya's dedication to empowering small businesses and driving sustainable economic growth through diaspora remittances. Many thanks to the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) and everyone who nominated WIDU Kenya! We're committed to continuing our work in financial inclusion and job creation! #SME #FinancialInclusion #JobCreation #KEPSA GIZ Kenya Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
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