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IsDB Young Professionals Program (YPP) 2025 | Fully Funded Opportunity

Are you a fresh graduate eager to kick-start your career in international development? The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) is now accepting applications for its Young Professionals Program (YPP) 2025—a prestigious, fully funded entry-level initiative tailored for emerging talent from across its member and non-member countries.

This two-year program, based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, offers participants the chance to gain hands-on experience through job rotations at IsDB Headquarters and regional offices. What’s more—successful candidates are guaranteed employment upon completing the program.

Program Overview:

  • Host Country: Saudi Arabia

  • Location: Jeddah

  • Duration: 24 months

  • Funding: Fully Covered by IsDB

  • Deadline to Apply: 31st May 2025

What Makes It Exceptional?

By joining the IsDB YPP, you’ll benefit from:

  • Two years of structured professional development

  • A competitive tax-free salary

  • Full medical coverage for you and your family, including parents

  • Education grants for your children

  • Annual airfare to and from your home country

  • Group accident insurance

  • A secure job placement at IsDB after completing the program

Your Role as a Young Professional

As a participant, you’ll collaborate with global teams driving sustainable development across IsDB’s 57 member countries and supporting Muslim communities worldwide. You’ll be immersed in impactful projects aligned with global development goals.

Who Should Apply?

You’re eligible if you:

  • Are a citizen of an IsDB member country (non-member country applicants are also considered)

  • Hold or are completing a Master’s degree from a well-regarded university in a relevant field

  • Are 32 years old or younger by the application deadline

  • Are willing to relocate to Jeddah

Work experience is not required to apply!

Preferred Academic Backgrounds

The IsDB encourages applicants from diverse disciplines, especially in:

  • Economics

  • Finance

  • Data Science / AI

  • Islamic Finance

  • Agriculture Engineering / Economics

  • Climate Change

  • Public Health

  • Education

  • International Development

  • Urban Planning

  • Youth & Gender Studies

  • Transportation

  • PPP, Investment & Fund Management

Documents You’ll Need:

  • Updated CV/Resume

  • Passport-size photo

  • Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and if applicable, PhD)

  • Relevant professional certifications

Application Process:

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria

  2. Fill out the official application form

  3. Complete the required assessments

  4. Attend interviews and assessments at IsDB HQ

  5. Sign your YPP contract and get ready for your journey!

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply

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