The World Bank Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a starting point for an exciting career in the World Bank.
It is a unique opportunity for young people who have both a passion for international development and the potential to become future global leaders. The Program is designed for highly qualified and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to the World Bank’s operations such as, economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, and natural resource management.
In order to be competitive for this highly selective program, candidates need to demonstrate a commitment to development, proven academic success, professional achievement, and leadership capability. We value diversity in our workplace, and encourage qualified men and women with diverse professional, academic and cultural backgrounds to apply.
Since its inception, the YP Program has hired over 1,500 people who now hold position ranging from entry-level to vice presidents and managing directors. It is a unique opportunity to experience development and gain exposure to the World Bank’s operations and policies.
Minimum RequirementsThe following are minimum requirements to be eligible for the Young Professionals Program.Be 32 years of age or youngerHave a Master’s degree or equivalentBe fluent in EnglishBe fully proficient in one or more of the Bank’s working languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, and SpanishSpecialize in a field relevant to the World Bank’s operations such as economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, and natural resource managementHave at least 3 years of relevant experience at the policy level or continued academic study at the doctoral level.
Additional QualificationsIn order to be competitive for the limited number of positions, a combination of the following credentials is highly desirable:Display a commitment and passion for international developmentPossess outstanding academic credentialsExhibit excellent client engagement and team leadership skillsHave international development country experienceBe motivated to relocate and undertake country assignments
Please note that the Young Professionals Program does not recruit individuals with degrees in disciplines such as: Computer Science, HR, Accounting, Marketing, Law and Linguistics unless they are combined with other relevant degrees that are listed above.
Application Deadline30th June, 2012How To ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply onlineJobs in Nigeria Be Sociable, Share this Job with your Friends!Tagged as: vacancies, World bank Careers, World Bank Jobs, World bank Recruitment, World Bank Vacancies
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World Bank Young Professional Program (YPP) 2012
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