AfDB: YPP 2013

Young Professionals Program -
2013 at African Development
Bank (AfDB)


The African Development Bank (AfDB)
hires approximately twenty (20) young
professionals(YPs) each year. Upon
acceptance of offer and entry, the YPs
complete a mandatory minimum of two
years and maximum of three years on
rotational assignments in different
organizational units and sectors within the
Bank.
The YPs will undergo on-the-job training
and mentoring that will equip them with
skills, knowledge and experience to
address developmental issues in Africa in
particular and the developing world in
general. At the end of three years and
upon successful completion of the
program, the YPs will be equipped to
compete for any relevant vacancies in the
AfDB.
Job Title: Young Professionals Program -
YPP 2013
Grade: PL-6
Position N°: NA
The Young Professionals Program (YPP)
targets motivated and talented individuals
under thirty-two (32) years of age, who are
committed to African development, have
demonstrated outstanding academic and
professional achievement, and have
demonstrated effective team work and
leadership potential.
Duties and responsibilities

2013 YPP Selection Criteria


The following established selection criteria
guide the recruitment and selection into
the Program, and at no time will the Bank
make an exception for any candidate:
Citizen of a member
country (regional or non-
regional) of the AfDB.
A maximum of 32 years of
age by December 31st of
the selection year.
A minimum of a Master’s
degree or equivalent in
Economics, Engineering,
Social Sciences,
International
Development, Business
Administration, Finance, or
any discipline that is
relevant to the business of
the Bank, and with
outstanding academic
credentials.
Multi-disciplinary
background and a
minimum of three years
relevant work experience.
Demonstrated strong
analytical skills; dynamism;
results-orientation; and
problem-solving capability.
Areas of particular interest
to the Program include
leadership potential;
ability to work in a variety
of operational and
corporate tasks; ability to
leverage knowledge with
others; and adaptability to
working in a multicultural
setting.
Demonstrated passion for
development issues and a
commitment to Africa
(field experience on the
continent and/or in other
developing countries is an
added advantage).
Excellent written and
verbal communication
skills in English or French
with a working knowledge
of the other language
(working knowledge of a
third language that is
relevant to the Bank’s
operations in Africa is an
advantage).
Working knowledge of
Microsoft operating
systems (PowerPoint,
Excel, Visio). Additional
I.T. skills are an
advantage.
In addition, the AfDB will take into account
skills in areas such as Information
Communication and Technology (ICT);
People management and Administration;
Fiduciary Risks (i.e. Audit, Risk
Management and Anti-Corruption); and
Knowledge Management.
Please note that all applicants must have
completed and obtained a Master’s or
equivalent Degree Certificate by the time
the vacancy announcement closes to be
considered for the program.
Applications will be accepted until midnight
(Tunis time) of the closing date and will
not accept any application submissions
after the closing date of the Vacancy
Announcement
Including desirable skills, knowledge and
experience
How To Apply
Interested qualified candidates should;
Click Here To Apply Now

www.afdb.org/en/careers/current-vacancies/vacancy/young-professionals-program-ypp-2013-1644/


Only applicants who fully meet the
Bank's requirements and are being
considered for interview will be
contacted. Applicants will only be
considered if they submit an online
application, and attach a comprehensive
Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President
reserves the right to appoint a candidate
at a lower level.
Application Deadline Date
Closes by 21st June, 2013.
The African Development Bank is an
equal opportunities employer and
female candidates are strongly
encouraged to apply