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Applications are now open for the IsDB Young Professionals Program

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Closing Date: 31 May 2025

Applications are now open for the IsDB Young Professionals Program

Apply for the IsDB Young Professionals Program today and get a fast-track career in international development making global impact. Application is now Open!

What is the IsDB Young Professionals Program (YPP)?

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. YPP diversity is focused on ensuring a space for all cultures.

Key features of the program include:

24-months professional experience
Job rotation at IsDB HQ & Regional Hubs
Guaranteed employment upon graduation

What is different about IsDB YPP?

You’ll be part of a global network of IsDB professionals dedicated to serving Member Countries and humanity.
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 fulfil 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.

What are the benefits of joining IsDB YPP?

Internationally Competitive Tax Free Salary
Group Personal Accident Insurance
Education Grant
Annual Tickets
Medical Coverage for the staff and dependents (including parents)

How will IsDB support my Career Growth?

IsDB is committed to developing YPs to their highest potential when they join the Bank.

The following are some of the YPP career development opportunities:

Professional Experience

When you join the Bank you’ll be involved in professional-level work from your first assignment making real contribution to the Bank.

Field Rotation

All YP’s are expected to complete at least one rotation at one of IsDB Regional Hubs and Offices developing a deeper connection with its beneficiaries.

Missions

YP’s will be expected to travel on missions to Member Countries for various country assignments. This leads to exponential learning and personal growth.

Training

A robust 2-year training curriculum is put in place for all YP’s for both technical and soft skills training. Some trainings are accredited by top Professional Institutions.

Coaching and Mentoring

YP’s will be assignment career advisors to help them navigate their careers within IsDB. Moreover, each cohort will be part of a group coaching experience to fast-track their development. In addition to the above, upon successful completion of the program. YPs will join IsDB High Potential Talent Pool for further career growth and development in the Bank beyond the YPP.

Eligibility Criteria

a) Minimum Requirements

Prospective candidates for the YPP must fulfil the following minimum requirements:

Education: Must hold at least Master’s degree in a discipline relevant to the Bank, obtained from a highly reputed university. The Master’s degree (or the most recent academic qualification) must have been completed within four years prior to the application deadline (31 May 2025).
Citizenship: Priority will be given to citizens of IsDB 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 favourably.
Age: Not older than 32 years by the deadline (31 May 2025).
Location: 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).
Experience: Up to five years of relevant professional experience in one of IsDB’s core sectors, acquired after completing a bachelor’s degree and before the application deadline.
Commitment and passion for IsDB mission and its model of development.

b) Additional Considerations

In addition to the above minimum criteria, prospective candidates who have the following qualifications will be given priority:

Achieved a Pass with Distinction or Merit or Honours (or equivalent) 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.
Bilingual/Trilingual: Good command of Arabic and/or French.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Possess or pursuing a Professional Certification or a PhD from a reputable institution in a relevant field.

c) Preferred Specializations

The Young Professional Program is dedicated to attracting and nurturing the brightest graduates across a wide range of specializations. While YPP welcome applications from individuals with diverse academic backgrounds including Economics, Finance and Engineering, YPP particularly encourage graduates from the following fields to apply, as they will receive preferential consideration during its rigorous selection process.