WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS. THE PROGRAM WILL REOPEN IN A FEW MONTHS. The Junior Professionals Program for Afro-Descendants (JPPAD) provides young and motivated Black individuals with practical, on-the-job experience and training in a global development environment, while giving the Bank an opportunity to benefit from the knowledge, talent and diversity that they can bring to the institution. In addition, the program contributes to capacity development efforts in the candidates' respective home countries, as some of the graduates choose to return at the end of the two years to contribute economic development.
What are we looking for?The World Bank seeks talented young Black individuals who can help contribute to alleviating poverty and to improving people's lives by promoting economic and social progress in developing countries. To enhance its mission to reduce poverty, the Bank is committed to promoting diversity, to hiring the best candidates and fostering an inclusive environment that makes the most of their ideas and energies.
 Are you eligible?Eligibility criteria are (applicants must meet ALL criteria): Applicants must be under the age of 35, more specifically they must not have reached their 35th birthday upon the time of application. Afro-descendant, i.e., Black of Sub-Saharan African descent. A minimum of a Masters degree in economics, finance, public health, environment, engineering, public or private sector management, anthropology, sociology, education, human resources management or other disciplines relevant to development. Proficiency in English and in at least one other working language of the World Bank Group (Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish). Two to three years of relevant work experience. Demonstrated commitment to development. Demonstrated ability to conduct analytical work; to exercise good judgment; to operate in a team-environment; and to work successfully with diverse clients and staff.
NB: Candidates who have had, or currently have, a staff position in the World Bank Group (fixed-term or open-ended, in a country office or in Washington) are not eligible to apply.
What are we offering?Through this application, candidates are not applying for existing positions. Rather, they are providing their information for entry into a database which hiring managers can consult if and when a position becomes available. For selected candidates, we offer an opportunity for professional development and global experience through a two-year internship with the World Bank Group. Salaries and benefits are in accordance with the Bank Group policies. The contract is non-renewable; however, candidates may compete for other appointments upon completion of their two-year term.
How to apply?Interested candidates must apply online. (Please take care to provide all required information where indicated). This is the only way to ensure that your information is entered into the JPPAD database. There is no other application venue. Any other form of application will be rejected. Only those identified for an assignment will be contacted to discuss their interest and availability. Candidates are selected by a panel on a highly competitive basis.
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