2026 African Development Bank (AfDB) Young Professionals Program | Application Guide
The African Development Bank (AfDB) Young Professionals Program is a diversity-focused talent development initiative designed to create a leadership pipeline and workforce of the future for the Bank. Here’s a summary of the key points:
Program Highlights:
- Host: African Development Bank
- Category: Internships/Training
- Eligible Countries: African countries
- Reward: Training, mentorship, and job opportunity
- Deadline: November 30, 2025
Eligibility Requirements:
- Citizen of a member country of the Bank
- 32 years of age or younger by November 30, 2025
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with outstanding academic credentials
- At least 3 years of post-graduate work experience in areas related to the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy and Four Cardinal Points
- Hands-on experience on the African continent or in other developing regions
- Strong passion for Africa’s development
Benefits:
- Rotation across different complexes in the Bank
- Capacity development through training and mentorship programs
- Graduation and integration into the Bank’s workforce
- Opportunity to work on high-priority projects and contribute to the development of the African continent
Required Documents:
- Application form
- Maximum three-page Curriculum Vitae in Microsoft Word version/pdf
- Copies of Academic Certificates/Transcripts
- Copy of national passport
Application Process:
- Click on the link to proceed to the AfDB website
- Apply as a Regular Staff or External Candidate
- Submit required documents and application form
The program aims to attract highly qualified and motivated professionals from its member countries to contribute to the Bank’s diversity targets and development goals.
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