Application Deadline: May 31, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Islamic Development Bank (ISDB) Young Professionals Program. 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
Program Details
- 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.
Eligibility Requirements
Prospective candidates for the YPP must fulfill the following minimum requirements:
- 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.
Additional Considerations
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.
Preferred Specializations
The Young Professional Program is dedicated to attracting and nurturing the brightest graduates across a wide range of specializations. While we welcome applications from individuals with diverse academic backgrounds including Economics, Finance and Engineering, we particularly encourage graduates from the following fields to apply, as they will receive preferential consideration during our rigorous selection process.
- Data Science/ Artificial Intelligence
- Climate Change
- Agriculture Economics/Engineering
- Islamic Finance
- Transportation
- Urban Planning
- International Development/ Development Evaluation
- Youth and Gender Studies
- Economics
- PPP, Investment & Fund Management
- Education
- Public Health Management
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)
How to Apply
The YPP application is simple yet competitive. Throughout the application process, you’ll need to demonstrate a passion and commitment to development, have proven academic success, and a willingness to pursue a career at IsDB.
Step 1
Ensure you meet our minimum eligibility criteria
Step 2
Complete application form
Step 3
Complete additional assessments
Step 4
Attend YPP Assessment & Interviews at IsDB HQ
Step 5
Sign the YPP contract and get ready to join us!
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Islamic Development Bank (ISDB) Young Professionals Program
