Brief Description:
The World Bank is accepting
applications for its Junior Professional Associate (JPA) program, which
provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to gain professional experience and
direct exposure to the challenges – and rewards – of international development.
You are the appropriate
individual for the World Bank’s JPA program if you are a young recent graduate
with a passion for and dedication to helping others, and are searching for a
dynamic two-year preliminary work experience in a multicultural culture.
Details:
Language of Instruction: English
Application deadline: applications
are open for six months in WB’s database during which you can apply (remember
that early application is recommended)
Host institution: The
World Bank
Program duration: 2 years
Recruitment type: local
Location:
worldwide based on business need of the World bank offices
Deadline:
Application is accepted during the year.
Benefits:
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The program will provide
participants with the opportunity to earn entry-level professional experience
in a prominent development institution, on a two-year, non-extendable Extended
Term Consultant (ETC) contract with benefits.
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Individuals with
disabilities may receive reasonable accommodations to carry out essential
functions and support in receiving other workplace accommodations.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for the JPA
program, applicants should meet the following minimum requirements:
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Be at the age of 28 years or
younger on the first day of service
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Hold the equivalent of a
Bachelor’s degree with an excellent academic record
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Be fluent in English
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Knowledge of one or more
of the Bank’s working languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian,
and Spanish) is a plus:
·
The program is open to
applicants from all over the world but priority will be given to WB’s member
countries or countries of operation.
Specifically, the World Bank will
consider you for JPA if:
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Your academic
accomplishments are excellent and place you at the top level of your graduating
class.
·
Your analytical and
research skills extend to majors such as: economics, finance, human development
(public health, education, nutrition, population), social sciences
(anthropology, sociology), agriculture, environment (climate, blue economy), infrastructure,
private sector development, as well as other relevant fields, including
corporate and administrative functions (IT, legal, accounting, communications,
etc.).
How to Apply?
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Applicants may apply
online for the program.
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Apply Now
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Only those with a superior
academic background and necessary skills for undertaking the program will be
under active consideration for an assignment and the Bank will contact them to
not only discuss their interest and availability but also present academic
records and references.
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Applicants are chosen by
the hiring manager on a highly competitive basis.
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For further information on
JPA Program, you may refer to the announcement link.
Deadline: applications
are open for six months in WB’s database during which you can apply (remember
that early application is recommended)
