World Bank Junior Professional Programs for Sub-Saharan Africans - Always Recruiting!

The World Bank Junior Professional Programs for Afro-Descendants (JPPAD) is a unique opportunity to gain entry-level professional experience, gaining first-hand exposure to the challenges – and rewards – of international development and poverty reduction.
The primary purpose of JPPAD is two-fold and mutually beneficial:

To provide young and motivated black individuals who possess outstanding potential a unique career opportunity to gain experience in a global development environment

To provide the Bank an opportunity to benefit from the talent, knowledge, and diversity that they can bring to the institution. The program is also designed to strengthen capacity-building efforts in African and Caribbean countries (or any Afro-descendent community around the world).
Participants spend two years in an intensive work program sharing knowledge and acquiring practical, on-the-job skills at one of the world’s leading financial institutions.
As a member of the program, you also will receive professional coaching and supportive training that will enhance existing skills. And you will form valuable personal and professional relationships to last a lifetime.
World Bank Careers - Eligibility Criteria

Afro-descent, i.e., Black of sub-Saharan African ancestry

Age 35 or younger with at least 5+ years of relevant work experience

Excellent academic record with a minimum Master’s degree in a discipline relevant to the global development field

Proficiency in English plus at least one other working language of the Bank – Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish

Demonstrated commitment to development

Demonstrated ability to conduct analytical work; to exercise good judgment; to succeed in a team environment; and to work with diverse clients and staff
World Bank Careers Junior Professionals - Duration
Non-renewable two year staff appointment. Upon completion of the 2-year term, candidates may compete for other appointments.
World Bank Careers Junior Professionals - Duty Station
Participants in the JPPAD program may work in either Washington DC or country office.
World Bank Careers - How do I Apply for a job
Interested candidates must apply online. 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.
Applications for the JPPAD Program are accepted throughout the year but candidates are selected twice a year, during the months of April and October.
Job Application - World Bank Junior Professional Programs for Sub-Saharan Africans


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