Are you a young professional from an IsDB member country looking to kick-start your international development career with a fully funded opportunity?
The IsDB Young Professionals Program (YPP) 2025 is now accepting applications for fully funded job or career opportunities abroad! This 24-month entry-level program offers top-tier graduates the chance to gain practical work experience, engage in global development projects, and grow with a supportive professional network — all while receiving a competitive tax-free salary, relocation benefits, and full medical coverage.

IsDB YPP 2025 Overview

Host Organization: Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (with regional hub rotations)
Program Duration: 24 months
Employment Guarantee: Yes (after successful completion)
Application Deadline: May 31, 2025
Employment Type: Fully Funded Young Professional Career Program

What Makes IsDB YPP Unique?

IsDB YPP is a program for developing entry-level talent that equips you with the knowledge, skills, and network for a fulfilling career in international development.

Real work from day one on global development projects
Rotation through headquarters and regional hubs
Mentoring, coaching, and professional training by experts
Opportunities in high-impact sectors like Islamic finance, climate change, AI, urban planning, education, and more
A multicultural environment promoting global values

Benefits of the IsDB Young Professionals Program

The IsDB Young Professional Program is designed to provide fully funded support and cover the following:

Tax-free competitive salary
Full medical insurance (for you and your dependents)
Annual travel tickets
Education grant
Accident and health coverage
Career mentoring and leadership coaching
Training programs accredited by top global institutions

Who Can Apply for IsDB YPP 2025?

The IsDB YPP is open to motivated, high-achieving graduates with a passion for global development and Islamic finance. You must:

Be a citizen of an IsDB member country
Hold at least a Master’s degree (or equivalent) earned within the last 4 years
Be 32 years old or younger by May 31, 2025
Have up to 5 years of relevant professional experience
Be fluent in English (Arabic or French is a plus)
Be willing to relocate to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Have strong commitment to the IsDB mission and development goals

Preferred Academic Fields

Islamic Finance
Climate Change
Urban Planning
Data Science / Artificial Intelligence
Economics & Development
Education
Transportation
Agriculture
PPP, Investment & Fund Management
Youth & Gender Studies
Public Health Management

How to Apply for IsDB YPP 2025

To begin your career with the Islamic Development Bank, one of the world’s most impactful development organizations, follow the official link below and submit your application before the deadline:

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