Closed Closed — no YPP opening listed on 26 Sep 2026; applications usually run in January and February
Islamic Development Bank Young Professionals Program (YPP)
This cycle is closed. The requirements below are kept as they were published. The IsDB FAQ says the application period is January and February and the new cohort starts in September/October. Exact dates for the next round are not published yet.
At a glance
- Where
- Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with regional rotation
- Length
- 24 months, then employment
- Age
- 32 or under
- Window
- January–February
- Tunisia
- Member country — priority
Who can apply
Criteria stated by the funder on the official source.
Nationality
Priority is given to citizens of IsDB member countries (Tunisia is listed on the IsDB member countries page); the FAQ states that applicants from non-member countries may also apply.
StatedEducation
At least a master's degree in a discipline relevant to the Bank's work from a highly reputed university, completed within four years before the application deadline; current master's students may apply if they graduate before taking up duty.
StatedAge
Not older than 32 as of the application deadline; the limit is extended by the length of obligatory military service.
StatedExperience
No work experience is required; at most five years of relevant post-bachelor's experience. Relevant experience or a doctorate improves the chance of selection.
StatedLanguage
Excellent oral and written English; Arabic and/or French is an advantage.
StatedFunding and what it does not cover
Covered by the funder
- Internationally competitive tax-free salary
- Medical coverage for staff and dependants (including parents)
- Group personal accident insurance
- Education allowance for children
- Annual tickets
- Dependency and spouse allowance where applicable
- Retirement plan / pension fund