The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is an entry level talent development program that equips you with the knowledge, skills, and network for a fulfilling career in international development.
Program Features
- 24-months professional experience
- Job rotation at IsDB HQ & Regional Hubs
- Guaranteed employment upon successful completion of the program
About Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
Recognizing the importance of qualified human resources for social advancement and sustainable development, the IsDB has been addressing human resources development in member countries alongside its development financing activities. The IsDB has been funding the following Scholarship Programmes for citizens from IsDB member countries and Muslim communities worldwide: Undergraduate Programme Master’s Programme PhD Programme and Post-doctoral Research Programme IsDB-ISFD for Vocational Education & Training (VET) Bachelor studies for the IsDB 21 Least Developed Member Countries (LDM...&... continue reading
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ISDB Young Professionals Program
Aim and Benefits of ISDB Young Professionals Program
- You’ll be part of a global network of IsDB professionals who are helping to promote sustainable development in our 57-Member Countries & in Muslim communities in non-Member Countries.
- Within your first months at the Bank, you’ll be involved in real development projects, driving innovation, establishing partnerships. and leveraging Islamic Finance instruments to deliver value to our stakeholders.
- When you join the IsDB YPP program, you’ll be joining a unique career development experience that will stretch you to fulfill the IsDB mission of empowering people for a sustainable future.
- More importantly, you’ll witness the impact of your work on the ground whilst growing personally and professionally with other like-minded professionals.
Benefits
- Internationally Competitive Tax Free Salary
- Group Personal Accident Insurance
- Education Grants For Kids
- Annual Tickets To/From the home Country
- Medical Coverage for the staff and dependents (including parents)
Requirements for ISDB Young Professionals Program Qualification
- Education: Hold a minimum Master’s degree in any discipline that is relevant to the Bank from a highly reputed University. Candidates who are pursuing a Master’s degree are eligible to apply if the degree will be awarded before the start date of the YPP Program. Master’s degree obtained less than 4 years from the application deadline.
- Citizenship: Be a citizen of a member-country of the IsDB (however. up to 25% of selected candidates from each cohort can be from Muslim communities in non-Member Countries).
- Language: Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Good command over one the Bank’s other operating languages (Arabic or French) will be viewed favorably.
- Age: 32 years or younger by the deadline of the application.
- Be willing to live in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) and travel to undertake country assignments as per business requirements (including rotation to an IsDB Regional Hub).
- Display a commitment and passion for IsDB mission and its model of development.
In addition to the above minimum criteria, prospective candidates who have the following will be given priority:
- Achieved a Pass with Distinction or Merit or Honors in their Master’s program. Candidates still pursuing their Master’s degree shall submit their latest transcripts that display outstanding academic standing.
- Recipient of IsDB Scholarship.
- Trilingual: Good command of Arabic and/or French.
- Possess or pursuing a Professional Certification or a PhD from a reputable institution in a relevant field.
- Relevant professional working experience in any of the IsDB’s core sectors.
Application Deadline
May 31, 2025How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) on www.isdbcareers.com to apply
For more details,visit ISDB webpage
