The Young Professionals Program (YPP)

Position description

The YPP is a flagship initiative of AfDB, aimed at recruiting high-potential individuals from AfDB member countries. The program combines:

• Three-year structured career development: Participants rotate across multiple departments and gain hands-on exposure to AfDB operations.
• Professional mentorship: Experienced leaders guide participants to develop strategic thinking, project management, and policy advisory skills.
• Capacity-building initiatives: Access to specialized training, workshops, and development opportunities.
• Cross-functional experience: Opportunities to engage in finance, policy, development projects, and advisory services across the Bank.
• Networking and exposure: Collaboration with international stakeholders, government officials, and development experts.

The program aims to create a pipeline of future AfDB experts capable of shaping Africa’s economic growth, social development, and sustainable initiatives.

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Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Nationality: Must be a citizen of an AfDB member country.
• Education: A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field such as economics, finance, development studies, engineering, or social sciences.
• Age Limit: Typically, candidates must be under 32 years of age at the time of application.
• Experience: Demonstrated academic excellence, leadership potential, and relevant professional experience are preferred.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in English or French is required; additional AfDB official languages are an advantage.

AfDB encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and strives for gender balance and inclusion in all recruitment processes.

Application instructions

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