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World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP) 2023

Deadline: July 15, 2022

Applications for the World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP) 2023 are now open. The World Bank and IFC have merged their respective Young Professionals Programs into one World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP).

The new program is now accepting applications on behalf of three institutions (the World Bank, IFC and MIGA). Building on the rich legacy of its predecessor programs, the WBG YPP will recruit and develop future leaders to collaborate effectively across the institutions on joint WBG solutions to development challenges.

Program Details

The WBG YPP is a two-year leadership development program at the start of a five-year employment contract with the World Bank, IFC or MIGA. Young Professionals (YPs) start the program in Washington, DC, where they engage in intensive training—on-the-job and in the classroom—learning the fundamentals of leadership and development operations across institutions, and how to identify opportunities for joint impact.

Key program features include:

Professional Experience
Leadership Development
Training on WBG Policies, Products and Operations
Global Rotations across WBG
Coaching & Mentoring
Networking Events
Management-supported rotations & job placements
The WBG YPP offers a competitive salary and benefits package as part of a 5-year term contract. Benefits include health, life and accident insurance, a pension plan and possible relocation and mobility benefits depending on WBG guidelines.

Eligibility

To be considered for the WBG YPP, applicants must:

Be born on or after October 1, 1990;
Have a master’s or doctoral degree;
Specialize in a field relevant to YPP Business Areas;
Demonstrate relevant professional experience or continued study at the doctoral level;
Be fluent in English;
The Bank’s Group recruitment policy is to hire staff of the highest caliber, on as wide a geographical basis as possible, with preference to nationals of WBG member countries or countries of operations.

To be competitive, applicants should additionally:

Display a commitment and passion for international development
Possess outstanding academic credentials
Exhibit excellent client engagement, communication and team leadership skills
Demonstrate knowledge of relevant sector trends

The following attributes are a plus:

Work experience in emerging markets or developing countries
Full proficiency in one of the following official WBG languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish

Application

Applications are open from June 15 – July 15 for all profiles and from August 15 –September 30 for IFC and MIGA profiles only.

Application checklist include:

Academic Credentials (Diploma, Degree Completion Letter, Proof of Enrollment with Expected Graduation Date or Transcript.)
1 Short Essay
Short Summary of Thesis or Dissertation (World Bank candidates, only if applicable)
3 Professional or Academic Recommendations (recommendations will be requested via email during the eligibility screening stage.)

Short Essay Question

Please answer the following (in 750 words or 4,500 characters or less):

Given the current global context, how can the World Bank Group help our country clients support and reach a green, resilient and inclusive development? Please include rebuilding on progress lost on the WBG’s twin goals over the past few years, as it relates to your area of work.

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Behind the Mission: Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP)

The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is a starting point for an exciting career at the World Bank Group for those who demonstrate a passion for international development and the potential to grow into impactful leadership roles across our institutions. Young professionals are recruited from around the world with various academic and professional backgrounds relevant to the World Bank , IFC and MIGA .

Now, how does all this work? What is the application process like? Who is eligible? And what happens during the program? If you are 32 or younger, have graduate level education and a passion for international development, you cannot miss the new episode of Behind the Mission: Working at the World Bank Group . Panelists will share tips and insights about this program which seeks to recruit the future leaders of the World Bank Group. Start interacting with us by submitting your comments and questions in advance in the chat box. To apply for the Young Professionals Program, please visit the YPP website .

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[Srimathi Sridhar]

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening. Welcome to Behind The Mission, our monthly series, where we talk about what it takes and what it's like to work in international development. I'm your host Srimathi Sridhar. Today's episode is all about the World Bank Group's Young Professionals Program, popularly known as the YPP. Young professionals are recruited from all over the world with various academic and professional backgrounds to work at either the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation or the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency. Applications for this year's cohort are currently open. Today we're going to hear firsthand from the YPP's program manager, Vilma Aguilar, as well as two young professionals, Vicky Chemutai from the World Bank and Jacob Kim from the International Finance Corporation about the program as well as their experiences. But first, before we get any further, here's a sneak peek of what it's like to be a young professional at the World Bank Group.

Now, if you're interested in applying this year, make sure to bookmark the YPP website. It's www.worldbank.org/ypp. Don't forget to engage with us throughout the program today, you can follow along online with the #BehindTheMissionWBG and post your questions and comments. We do have colleagues that are working hard behind the scenes to answer them. With that, Vilma, Vicky, Jacob, welcome. It's great to have the three of you here today to talk about the Young Professionals Program. I want to start off by asking each one of you a question and please do give viewers a brief introduction before you answer. Vilma, let me start with you by asking more about the YPP. You're now its program manager. So, how has that been? Tell us more about it.

[Vilma Aguilar]

Sure. Well, I've been in the World Bank now for over 20 years and I've never been a young professional, but I've always admired it, I was interested and it's been really a dream job. My background is in HR and I've been able to work in the recruitment, in the onboarding, in the development curriculum of these young professionals. It's really a pleasure. Yes, it's been virtual so we've had to redesign things a little bit, but it's been super. I really enjoy it.

Well, it's great to have you here, Vilma. I want to turn now to Vicky and Jacob, you both are currently young professionals. Vicky you're at the World Bank, Jacob you're at the IFC. It would be great to get your firsthand experience and also reactions to the program. Vicky, let me start here with you. What drew you to apply to the YPP and what's been your experience?

[Vicky Chemutai]

Thank you so much Sri, and it's great to be here discussing this today. As you said, I'm Vicky Chemutai, I come from Uganda and I am currently a young professional with a trade and regional integration unit, which is nicely situated between macroeconomics trade and investment and finance competitiveness and innovation global practices. I know that's quite a mouthful, but you get used to it once you join the Bank. But what drew me to get into the development space initially, sort of allow me to tell a little bit of a story. When I was growing up, I just didn't understand why issues like acute hunger existed. It didn't make sense to me that there's some people that just had so much, that there was waste, and then there were those that were dying of hunger. Why did that inequality exist and why has it been perpetuated for so long?

If a country cannot produce enough food, why wasn't it so easy for us to import it? What barriers really existed? The sad thing is these issues still exist to date, and they're only being exacerbated by the multiplicity of crisis that are ongoing, whether it's geopolitical or climate change issues, you name it. This sort of brings me into my hugest topic of interest, which is climate change, that I'm definitely passionate about. My grandmother in [inaudible], Uganda, who relied on subsistence farming, her whole life has seen her yields drastically reduce over time. The dry seasons have prolonged. The stream that is near her house that used to gush a lot of water has now just become trickling little drops. Whatever extra produce she used to get from farming would then be sold. Right? But now if you have low yields, there's little to... or nothing to trade.

Her incomes from farming are just very low. So, how can she be helped to adapt? What is the ease of her accessing drought resistance seeds? Are there adequate storage facilities to increase the shelf life of produce? How can she get access to both local and possibly regional markets, neighboring countries? What is the role of the public and the private sectors in this regard? What is the role of international organizations? At some point I started a business sort of selling hats in Kampala, but it didn't take off. Why? Beyond the indigenous factors in that business, were there any barriers in the business environment, in my country, such as access to credit, financing. What reforms are really needed for small and medium sized enterprises to thrive?

I looked to the World Bank as that one institution that touches upon all of these issues. It's whole mission really, if you look at it is to bring down inequality, foster sustainable growth among others. This institution also constantly creates knowledge to help us understand why some of these issues exist. Also, it gives governments a necessary support. Just look at its lending portfolio, billions and billions of dollars have gone into it. So, my personal experiences and thoughts sort of before I sleep and questions that I think about were really what motivated me to apply to development institutions such as the World Bank.

Ultimately, I hope one day I can get enough experience so I can go to my home country in Uganda and really try and do some good. Back to the program, the YPP, what has my experience been thus far? I would say phenomenal, times 3000, like Ironman would say. I'm working on topics I'm deeply passionate about with brilliant minds. I'm in a global team. I really focus on producing analytical outputs mostly, specifically, I co-lead the unit's work on trade and climate change. We produce analysis that is useful to country teams who have relevant components in their operational projects. For much recently, we've been doing a lot of work on this country climate development reports. Many of you may have heard of those, they're called CCDRs and therefore each and every country. We've gone from Philippines to Egypt, to Morocco. We've done a lot of work in that regard.

Although I really haven't traveled as much because of the pandemic, I've had the opportunity to still travel to a few locations, to share some of our findings to global audiences. I've participated in several panels. The beauty is how much you learn from these sessions when there's a huge diversity of thinking around the table. I hope that basically sums up my motivation to work in development at the World Bank and what my YPP experience has been thus far.

Thanks so much Vicky. I mean, hearing your background, hearing what the YP program has been like for you, I can tell that it's been really fruitful and that you're grateful for this opportunity. So Jacob, let me now turn over to you. Tell us your thoughts on being a young professional at the IFC.

[Jacob Kim]

Yeah. So the YPP was also my dream job so super happy to be here to talk about the program and about my experience. To introduce myself, I'm from Michigan, I'm a US national, but also grew up in South Korea. I joined YPP in 2020 after graduating from Wharton with MBA and the University of Pennsylvania with a master's in international studies. My experience has been phenomenal as well. Being the pandemic class of 2020, it's a little atypical from other experiences that other cohorts had, but having this group of peers to turn to for help and just talking about navigating the onboarding process and adjusting to the room of work format has been super helpful. Also, notable to say that we're the first IFC cohort to have cross Bank rotation built in, and I can speak more on that later, but that experience has taught me a lot and being exposed to our counterparts at the World Bank during our second cross Bank rotation has been super helpful.

Thanks so much, Jacob. It's great to have both you and Vicky here to give us a first person account of being a YP. Vilma, I want to come back to you because there's a lot of different ways that individuals can get their foot at the door here, right? Whether it's applying to an actual job or an internship, or even a consultancy. So, what would you say makes the YPP a unique and attractive option? Tell us about how the YPP promotes diversity and inclusion in its recruitment process.

Sure, sure. So let me talk a little bit about what the program involves and what the process is like to apply, and a little bit about the eligibility criteria. To be considered for the YPP program, applicants must be born on or after October 1st, 1990. Okay. The spirit is they have to be no older than 32 once they join. There is no exception. I get a lot of questions about that. They need to have a graduate level education that can be, for example, a masters in any field related to the kind of work that we do and related to the experience they have. For those of you who want to learn a little bit more, I would encourage you to learn about the Bank's operations. Our application has a list of the business areas we consider candidates for. That would be probably the first thing you would need to do to see if you have the skills in the profile to apply.

English of course, English proficiency is key. Additional languages are super. They're a plus. We really value that in our candidates. Now, in terms of what the program entails. Candidates come in with a five year term employment contract that is renewable without any limitations. The first two years they're called young professionals. Those two years are key, and that is where they have an entire team at their... supporting them, that includes not just the YP team, but also we work with finding a mentor, their manager assigned a technical buddy, they have a YP buddy from a previous cohort that works to support them. Then there's an entire calendar of events of what learning activities, anything from communications to World Bank policies. It's very tailored to what they do. Of course, we're a cohort. So this involves IFC, IBRD and MIGA's YPs that are together in the same cohort.

That cohort is a support system in itself. So they can call each other, they have questions, or I'm facing this right now. What do you all think? Or what's the resource for this? It's a great support mechanism. In terms of the diversity, we are truly, I want to say blessed in that, we get fantastic candidates from all over the world. I am proud to say, and it's really a joy to see them come and grow. Of course, with this supporting environment, it's really helpful. We keep in touch with them. They can call different members of the team whenever they have questions. That kind of gives a sense of the program, the criteria and the kind of support they get when they come in through the Young Professionals Program.

Thanks Vilma. I remember mentioning this to you separately too, that going just through the YPP website, it was great to see kind of how it's adapted to also become so accessible, right, in terms of the videos and the brochures and the pamphlets that you have. That's great to see. Before we continue on, I did want to acknowledge our online audience. We share these episodes across our social channels, and we always get a ton of questions coming in. In the spirit of that, I wanted to take a look at a couple of those questions. We have one here from Sakshi Joshi who wants to know, what are the key factors that you see in a perfect candidate? I think what we're asking here really is what does it take to be a successful applicant for the YPP? Who would like to take this one?

Maybe we can all see from our perspective. I would say a common denominator is passion for development. When you heard Vicky and Jacob talk about what they do, it's like they lit up talking about it. That's the kind of passion we want to see reflected through the research they did in school, through the kind of work they did. This includes internships, volunteer work, summer work. We recognize that passion comes in through those types of experiences. Like I mentioned, languages are a big plus. We really value being able to talk to our client countries in their language. If we have that, it's an added plus to the relationship. We talk about the T profile. That's a depth of expertise. Something that you've built around your particular area, your experience is let's say aligning. You're becoming an expert in a particular area, but the breadth means the ability to talk to, or to talk about areas that we need to work with to make our projects or our work successful. It doesn't mean we know about everything. It just means that we know what other topics or areas are important to impact, in a positive way, the work that we're doing.

Thanks, Vilma. Actually, if you're watching, I hope you're taking some notes there. Some really good tips there coming from Vilma. Our second question comes from Elizabeth and she wants to know about the YP program as it pertains to work life balance. Again, another important area for us to consider. She wants to know if the YPP is suitable for a person who wants to spend quality time with family on a daily basis. I think getting into kind of the program structure and also its workload. So, who'd like to take this one?

I guess I can. We have a family, we have a very naughty three year old and he goes to daycare from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. So, basically a typical work day. We walk out with our teas and coffees and he walks out with his juice box. We get back home at the same time and have dinner together. Of course, when I do travel on missions, it helps to have a supportive partner. I think with the whole concept of work life balance, it is what you make it. It is available. The system, the structure of the program allows you to seize it. Your manager allows it, facilitates it. It's up to you to have the discussion with that manager to say, you know what, this is my work program, these are the deliverables that I would like to put across, given a certain amount of time, this is a team composition that I'm working with.

So at the very outset, when you start your position with your manager, you need to have that discussion. He needs to also see that, yes, you're coming to ask for some of this understanding when it comes to work life balance, but you also need to be able to deliver. Your manager is really your greatest champion. That's one thing everybody should remember. It was hard for me initially at the outset with the work life balance. But I spoke to my manager, he's just a great, great champion of mine. He enabled me to work through it perfectly. So, it really boils down to how you want to handle it individually.

Srimathi Sridhar:

And being open and transparent like you, I think is a good way to do that. Thanks Vicky. I think you've put to ease Elizabeth and hopefully anyone else watching this program who has a family and may want to apply. So ladies, thank you both for taking the time to answer a couple of those questions from our online audience. I think this segways quite nicely into our next section, as we delve a bit deeper into the program. Vicky, Jacob, a part of the application is a short essay. So do you remember yours? If so, what did you write about and what tips could you give applicants? Jacob, let me start with you. I know the process is a little different at the IFC, but tell us more about the process for you.

Great. Yeah. Vilma spoke about your passion for international development. I do think that, that's the common denominator all across YPs. For some of the IFC applicants who might have more private sector background, it can be tough to think about what to bring in your application, but try to be creative and think outside the box and even tap into your academic past. Think your classes, your projects. For me, I talked about my undergraduate and graduate thesis, both of which dealt with the emerging markets. It also talked about ecology field trip to Panama during college, trip to Madagascar to study the interaction between human development and environment during my graduate school studies, as well as impact investing fellowship that I did in the Nicaragua. All those things can be also brought out to the resident profile.

For IFC, there's a modeling test component. If you did accounting studies or business studies, I do think that you're already well prepped, but if you haven't, there are additional resources that you can self-study. There are platforms out there like Wall Street Prep. But I think that if you did a little preparation, then you'll be all set. I also do research that... about development institutions to make sure that it's a good fit. Some of us have learned about World Bank, IFC through some classes, but those materials might be outdated and the world is changing fast and IFC and World Bank are also adopting to that. With COVID 19 and climate change becoming more prevalent and important, we have been strategizing around that. Also, it is super important to have candidates who bring new ideas to the table.

Certainly. Thanks, Jacob. Vicky, let me turn it over to you. Tell us about your essay if you had one and what tips you can give applicants.

Thank you so much Sri. Jacob has mentioned some very, very good points, at least touching upon the substance of what could constitute... what could be in that essay. What I wrote about was really how development progress has been unequal. Really the main issues that I said in my introduction and the need for appropriate solutions and sequencing required to address these problems. And drawing from my own work streams, I've worked in the public sector, a little bit in the private sector, and I've also worked in the international organization.

Drawing from that work experience, but also from my academic experience, I did quantitative economics and then I also did trade policy. So, drawing from those two, I tried to write about how each of these experiences contributes to about three World Bank priority areas, and the first one I think was accelerating and sustainable and inclusive economic growth. I think the second one was building human capital. Then I think the third one was fostering resilience to global shocks and threats.

So, you remember what Vilma said, she's talked about looking for breadth and depth. So I did try to illustrate how I have a degree of breadth, as well as depth in some of these main World Bank areas. I have two tips for possible applicants. Number one is I urge you to find your reason, your personal reason for why, what is your story? Each one of us has a story. In that story, you have either faced or witnessed a particular struggle that shook you to the core and made you question, what in your power could you do to help. In your homeland, what developmental issue touches your soul? Do you have... do you think you could do a better job at solving it? Do you have any creative ideas? Why is that so? What would you do differently? When you think about that developmental issue that itches your mind, you are able to then factor that and have your passion come out as you write that essay. The second point is structure. Be very, very structured. I couldn't stress this enough. In writing that essay and even in the interview process, always be structured in your responses. There are always, for every single question, there are always several variables and there's a multiplicity of layers to consider when you're responding to that question. So always remember to structure it as such.

Really good tips there Vicky. Vilma, Jacob and Vicky just shared some of their tips for writing a compelling essay, but as someone who goes through these applications, what would be your tips? I know we touched briefly about the successful candidate, but what stood out for you in the past?

I think they have given great tips, so I will try and complement what they already said, which I completely agree with. So, number one, before you even sit down to write your essay, I would recommend that you read about the World Bank Group, what it does. If you're applying to IFC, understand the subtleties. Their focus is on private sector, what kind of work do they do? What kind of work is done in the different global practices of the World Bank Group? Because the most important decision an applicant will probably make is to indicate which business area they want to be considered for. They need to understand it. I've had situations where they apply to one business area, but it's really not the right fit. We try to channel it if there's a second one listed, but truly that shows whether they understand the kind of work we do in that business area, yes or no.

Then for purposes, again, a couple of other tips, because it's not just the essay. Obviously understanding what the World Bank does in that particular business area you're applying for is a big one. Then a couple of tips. If you're applying to IFC, you will be expected to take a finance test. That's a little bit different than the IBRD will not ask for a test, but in both IFC and IBRD side applications, you would be asked to submit a HireVue video recorded interview if you pass the first initial stage. So, practice that. That is a video recording. It's very common right now in job search processes.

Prepare. So test yourself. Again, read up. If everything goes well... and again, the technical experts will be looking at the essay, the reference letters, that HireVue, in IFC they will also be looking at the finance test results. If you come to that in person interview, definitely again, take a read up on what the Bank is doing in particular regions, in particular countries, come prepared. Again, that structured part is important because some people present just... they answer to such a point that the context is not provided, or they go in different directions and it doesn't come across as structured. All that really helps.

Thanks, Vilma. It's one of those things you probably can never say enough, but just come prepared, I think is really the most important thing to keep in mind when you're applying. Before we get to the last question, Vicky, Jacob, I did want to come back to you both because I was curious if there was anything about the Young Professionals Program that surprised you in a way that you hadn't considered. I guess what I mean here is, when I look at the role I'm in today and the opportunities it's opened up for me, I never would have imagined that when I was on the other side applying. Curious if kind of, you guys have felt similarly in your roles. Vicky, let me start with you here.

Thank you so much Sri. I joined the World Bank in 2017 as a consultant. I wanted to get into the YPP program so badly. I applied the first time, did not get in, second time, did not get in. Then I managed to get in the third time. My motivation for applying to the YPP was because of the fact that... I mean, aside from every... all the things you've heard today, there's a rotation that it allows. It allows candidate to rotate to different work thematic areas, different regions. I thought that's a really nice way to get the holistic overview of developmental issues over time. That's why I got into the YPP. Now, what surprised me pleasantly from joining the YPP was the degree of access. The degree of access is beyond the body. It's phenomenal.

The program sort of creates this strong enabling environment for mentorship to grow, both as a mentor and as a mentee. You have accessibility to all parts of the Bank to discuss issues and topics of interest, and because of how the program is structured, you have former YPs who are now leaders of the institution being very, very keen to mentor you and provide guidance that's imperative to the growth of any career professional. There's also a huge list of incredible resources in addition to that dedicated YPP support program that Vilma talked about, and these training programs range from technical to professional behavioral types. There's a YPP mentor, you get a YPP buddy, there's full support team rotation, the access to former YPs who are now leaders of the Bank. It's just way more than I would've ever thought of as a consultant. I guess that's the edge of the YPP.

Thanks, Vicky. I'm really glad that you mentioned mentorship because it is a vital aspect to all of our careers. It's good to hear that being a YP has given you access to it. But I do want to emphasize what you said at the beginning about how you applied the first time and you didn't get it, but you kept trying, and I think that's an important message to get across, because I think people... this happens to people all the time. You try once and it doesn't work out and then you just give up. I think a good message there to kind of keep trying if it's what you really want, you can make it happen. Jacob, let me now turn to you and get your thoughts on this. Has anything about the program surprised you?

Yeah, I have similar points as Vicky, but I'll provide my own examples. First the ability to move within and across World Bank Group is truly unparalleled compared to any other programs offered. I knew that it would consist of rotations when I first entered, but what I didn't realize is the ability to explore your interests and really tailor your rotations to your interests. The World Bank Group does everything that's related to socioeconomic development, so the possibilities are endless. For me, how it worked out was my passion's water. So, my first rotation was Brazil, public private partnership advisory during which I was able to do one water project. Then I crossed over to the World Bank to work with the Water Global Practice, where I learned about the comprehensive issues in water. Currently I'm at the municipal and environmental infrastructure team back at IFC, which invests in water, waste and cities.

I really came a full circle and was able to make a storyline out of my rotations, which I'm very thankful for. Finally, as Vilma pointed out, this is the flagship postgraduate recruitment program at World Bank Group. So, there are a lot of resources behind it and it's a very privileged position to be in with access to all these trainings and senior management. One example that I like to highlight is as IFC YPs we have the opportunity to participate in the operation committees. These are the meetings where the most complex decisions are being made. You get to participate as a minutes taker and you listen into senior managements discussing live, and you really learn a lot from how the organization thinks about some of the most challenging situations.

Thanks, Jacob. I mean, hearing you both, I think definitely some great benefits and opportunities that come out of this. I know this is music to the ears of interested applicants listening in right now. We have reached nearly the end of our conversation here today but before I let the three of you go, I did want to ask, what is the best piece of advice you could give to someone who wants to apply to the Young Professionals Program, or really just wants to join an international organization such as the World Bank Group? Vilma, let me start with you.

Sure. Well, number one, I want to remind everyone that there's different doors to enter the organization. The Young Professionals Program is a great one. It's not the only one and so if you're over the eligibility requirement age, or maybe you haven't finished your degree yet, feel free to check out our careers page. We have several programs, internships, fellowship programs that may be of interest to some candidates. Keep an eye out on what's posted out there. You can sign up for job alerts and you can actually get emails notifying you when a particular position opens up with the criteria that you've listed you're interested in. Keep that in mind. For the YPP program, I do want to remind everyone the window is from June 15th to July 15th for World Bank, IFC and MIGA profiles.

Then we open up again in August 16th through September 20th for IFC and MIGA profiles. Show us your best. The last tip, because some people say, "Well, I have a little bit of experience here and a little bit of experience there." Remember we're looking for the T. So pick the one where it shows the... I guess, where you feel most competitive in and you always have the opportunity like Vicky and Jacob have shared. If you are in the program, you can rotate that second year. So, if you have multiple interests, you can always explore a rotation in a different area where you're interested in.

Thanks Vilma. I'm reminded of something you said earlier. When Vicky and Jacob were speaking of their experiences, they really did light up. I think that's where that passion that you're looking for really comes into play. Vicky, let me turn it over to you. What is your piece of advice?

Thanks Sri. So, I think in one sentence, first identify your why, your reason and structure what you can offer, your competitive edge. With your academic training and work experiences, your background, what do you want to be? Even if that's not really clear at this stage, what you enjoy doing now, whether it's legal work, finance, economics, tech innovation, agriculture, you name it. Carefully structure that "why", break it down and how it ties with your technical and creative strengths and then open a Word document and start typing. That's it.

That's a very good process. Thank you, Vicky. Last but not least, Jacob.

Yes. I wanted to share these two tips. I'd like to reiterate the importance of languages at this organization. It's a very multicultural, multi-linguistic organization and many of the job postings will take you abroad where you'll be working with local staff and talking to local clients. I've been learning Portuguese while I've been working. There are opportunities to continue learning as you're part of the YP program, but it definitely helps to have had more languages under your belt coming in to facilitate learning new ones in the future as well. Second, do research, like I said before, the organization has involved a lot and particularly for IFC applicants, read up on the IFC 3.0 strategy, that's the new focus. I'll leave it up to you as a homework.

Well guys, there you have it. Tips and advice from the folks who know the YPP the best. All I can say is that I hope those of you tuning in have really absorbed what our colleagues have had to say today because they've given us some really valuable insights. Vilma, Jacob, Vicky, it's been a pleasure speaking with you about the Young Professionals Program. I want to thank you again so much for joining me here on Behind The Mission.

So, for those tuning in, remember the applications are now open for the Young Professionals Program. Make sure to visit www.worldbank.org/ypp, to learn more about how you can apply.

Now, if you joined the conversation late or you simply want to watch back at a later time, a replay will be available here on our World Bank LinkedIn channel, but also on World Bank Live, that's live.worldbank.org, where you can catch up on past Behind The Mission episodes as well as other live events.

For the latest career openings, be sure to visit our job site and stay connected to us. We are on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. I'm Srimathi Sridhar. Thanks again for joining us here today and I'll see you next time. Good bye.

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00:00 Welcome! Young Professionals Program (WBG YPP) 02:26 Who is eligible to apply and how long are applications open 03:28 What drew you to apply and what’s been your experience 08:06 Being a Young Professional at the International Finance Corporation (IFC) 09:22 What makes the YPP a unique and attractive option / Diversity and inclusion 13:17 What are the key factors you see in perfect YPP candidate? 15:00 Work-life balance: Dissecting program structure/workload 17:18 Submission of a short essay 21:55 Tips on the application process 24:52 Ways the YPP has positively impacted your career 29:51 Best piece of advice for YPP applicants 33:35 Thanks for joining this episode of #BehindTheMissionWBG

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"I would say a common denominator is passion for development . When you heard Vicky and Jacob talk about what they do, it's like they lit up talking about it. That's the kind of passion we want to see reflected through the research they did in school, through the kind of work they did. This includes internships, volunteer work, summer work. We recognize that passion comes in through those types of experiences."

— Vilma Aguilar, Program Manager, WBG Young Professionals Program, World Bank

" Identify your why , your reason and structure what you can offer, your competitive edge. With your academic training and work experiences, your background, what do you want to be? Even if that's not really clear at this stage. Carefully structure that "why", break it down and how it ties with your technical and creative strengths and then open a Word document and start typing."

— Vicky Chemutai , Economist, Trade and Regional Integration Unit, World Bank

"One example that I like to highlight is as IFC YPs we have the opportunity to participate in the operation committees. These are the meetings where the most complex decisions are being made. You get to participate as a minutes taker and you listen into senior managements discussing live, and you really learn a lot from how the organization thinks about some of the most challenging situations."

— Jacob Kim , Associate Investment Officer, International Finance Corporation (IFC)

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Hello everyone, and welcome to a new episode of Behind the Mission: Working at the World Bank Group in which we are going to share insights and tips about the Young Professionals Program (YPP) . We'll get started in just a few minutes. In the meantime, please submit your questions using this chat. All submissions will enter a moderation queue and our expert, Iman Kedir , will do her best to try and answer as many as she can. You can also join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #BehindtheMissionWBG . This event is also being livestreamed on our World Bank YouTube and LinkedIn accounts.

Welcome everyone! I will be taking your questions.

Iman Kedir / World Bank Group

I would like to know if this program is suitable for nuerodivergent people (that meet all the requirements)

@nina thank you for your question! The YPP conducts a disability inclusive recruitment process and highly encourages neurodivergent candidates to apply.

This question is on behalf of the engineers thinking about applying (and overall non-economists/finance people): are there specific areas or global practices interested in hiring Yps this year?

@cprehn the YPP hires a candidates form diverse academic and professional backgrounds including, Finance and Engineering. To see where your skills fit, browse the YPP hiring areas listed on our website, and click through to their respective webpages to learn about areas of work and where your skills might fit. www.worldbank.org/...

Is it possible for undergraduate students to join the program? Especially those awaiting graduation this year?

@Mariam, the YPP is designed for those who will complete a Master’s/PhD before the start of the program. Undergraduate students may want to consider the JPA, which is available to those with a Bachelor’s degree and who are younger than 28. Go to www.worldbank.org/jpa to learn more!

Hello please I will like to enquire about the age limit for the eligibility. It says if you are 32 or younger you can apply. However, the eligibility criteria on the website says you should be born on or after 1st October 1990. However some people born in 1990 but before 1st October are still 31 but are disqualified now due to that criteria. I will be grateful if this could be clarified for me.

Good day. I'm 40 years old. I recently graduated with a Masters degree, I am from the Caribbean and would like to know if I would qualify for an opportunity

@Jenn thanks for your question! The YPP age requirement requires candidates to be born on or after October 1, 1990 this year.

Do YPs rotate during the 2-year leadership program only, or they also rotate in the 3 years after?

@Petronella: YPs are encouraged to rotate in the 2nd year, and may find opportunities to do so independently, after the program. We sometimes see YPs taking 2 rotations within the program’s 2 years, as rotations are around 6 months long.

What will make my application stand out?

@WambuiM the YPs on the show today will share tips on preparing an application - tune in to the show, to learn more!

I am a young zambia Lady persuing a bachelor's degree in banking and finance, am about to graduate and I would like to know the process of applying for the career opportunities at world bank. What careers are available for a person who studied banking and finance.

Thambudzai Hambulo

@Thambudzai with a banking/finance profile, you may want to consider placement at the IFC through the YPP, or via other recruitment channels at the WBG.

Thanks for the opportunity

Ibrahim muktar

Can a recent JJBWGSP graduate apply?

@ella great question on the education requirement. Each participating hiring institution requires the graduate degree to be completed by different deadlines. At the World Bank, we require Master’s degrees to be complete by September 2022, and PhDs by September 2023. At the IFC/MIGA Master’s degrees can be complete by September 2023

Hi. I would like to learn more about the short essay and the thesis summary. For the thesis summary: what format should that be (i.e. how many pages or words, what should it include). For the short essay: are there tips for what the program is looking to see in the essay? Thank you

MarinaNgoma

@MarinaNgoma: The essay should be less than 750 words, while the short thesis/dissertation summary can be shorter (between 300-500 words). We encourage candidates to draw these linkages in the thesis/dissertation summary to the selected WBG hiring area, where possible.

Once called as a member of the WBG YPP, does it automatically gurantee one an opportunity to work with any of the 3 Mather body institutions sponsoring the program??

Idreen Simumba

@Idreen YPs represent a variety of professional and academic backgrounds, related to the WBG’s mission and work. You may find it helpful to review the hiring areas listed on our website at www.worldbank.org/ypp

Hello, the requirement for the WBG YPP is to complete a Masters degree by September 2022. In the case a candidate: completes a Masters degree by end of September 2022 and provides an enrolment letter showing expected date of study completion before end of September but only graduate the year after, does it make the candidate still eligible for this year WBG YPP? Thanks in advance

@AnnaNoemie –Master’s candidates applying for the World Bank placement must graduate in September 2022.

Are there opportunities for indigenous youth? And how do you motivate them to obtain opportunities?

Felipe Males Lema

@Felipe we have an inclusive internship program for underrepresented and indigenous youth in the Latin America and Caribbean region. For more information go to: www.worldbank.org/...

In the second step ..three recommendation letter are requested.. My question is...should the recommendation letter be in English only??? .. I am an Algerian citizen...I had problems requesting recommendation letter writing in English....because they are fluent only in Arabic and French.. not in English... So Sad

@Nadhir – recommendation letters can be submitted in one of the official WBG languages, which includes Arabic and French. Please email our office for more details

For Recommendation Letters, Is it ok if we submit a mix of academic and professional references, or do they have to be of one particular category?

@Ishwari - recommendation letters can be a mix of academic and professional contacts.

My question is, how young graduates like me who wants to work with World Bank, how can we work with you and most importantly what is the key factors you see in perfect candidate.

Sakshi joshi

Hello to everyone. Jacob and Vicky are working at home?

Marcela Calderón

Thank you so much Srimathi for asking my question and I'm so happy and yes i took notes on it, thanks to Vilma for answer it's help me a lot.

Will the next program be face-to-face, distance or blended?

@Marcela - the WBG is transitioning to a hybrid workplace and expects to welcome the next YP cohort, in September in Washington, DC.

This was super helpful enjoyed it.

Thank you all for your questions and contributions! This event has now concluded. We're sorry that we couldn't take all the questions in real time but we will try and answer more questions within the next few days. Good luck to everyone with the application! And remember, all the resources about the YPP program can be found here: www.worldbank.org/ypp

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YPP Mentor: Advice from former World Bank Young Professionals

Ypp reference letters mini course.

How to create the strongest YPP reference letters

What you will learn:

This mini course is delivered as an audio recording compiling reference letter advice from several former World Bank YPs. Due to privacy reasons and the need to obtain permission from the reference letter writer, this course does *not* include a sample reference letter.

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About this course

This course was created due to overwhelming demand for career coaching. The advice is geared towards preparing for the YPP selection process but can be used for other development jobs.

This course is geared towards the World Bank YPP and does not cover the IFC or MIGA YPP.

How long will I have access to this course after purchasing it?

Apart from the online materials, do you provide a support community?

Yes, enrolled students are invited to join a hidden closed Facebook group and LinkedIn group. The groups are only for enrolled students and will not include any mentors. The community aims to enable you to practice the techniques with other serious YPP applicants.

Who are the people providing advice and why are their names not mentioned?

They are all former YPs from different cohorts, global practices, and countries of origins. Over a dozen former YPs from different academic and professional backgrounds gave advice and they have asked to be kept anonymous.

Do you offer personalized advice for my situation? Will you answer individual questions?

We are very sorry that due to work commitments, we cannot offer personalized advice tailored to your situation. This course provides advice to a broad range of applicants- economists, non-economists, reapplicants, new applicants, working professionals without PhDs, etc. We will not be able to answer any questions unless it is a technical question on using the website. [email protected]

Can you review my essay, CV or practice a mock interview with me?

Unfortunately, due to our work commitments, we cannot review your materials or practice interviews with you. Apologies, we do not plan to offer this as a paid service in the future. This course aims to provide comprehensive guidance throughout the full process.

Can we contact the former YPs for follow up questions?

Unfortunately, they have asked to be kept anonymous so we will not be able to put you in touch. Please don't ask.

Read the Official WBG YPP Webpage

Excerpt: Do you have a passion for international development/finance? Do you have skills in economics, finance and political risk insurance in emerging markets, education, health, social sciences, infrastructure development, engineering, urban planning, agriculture, natural resource management or other areas relevant to public/private sector development? The WBG YPP is a two-year leadership development program at the start of a five-year employment contract with the World Bank, IFC or MIGA. YPs must have a graduate degree and been born on or after October 1, 1989.

YPP Mentor (this site) is an unofficial website that does not represent the views of the World Bank Group. The former Young Professionals are speaking only of their own personal experiences. They are not representing the World Bank Group.

Please read the Official WBG YPP FAQs page before emailing us. We apologize that we do not have the capacity to respond to questions that can be answered by reading the official site.

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Does a specific nationality have any impact on the selection process? The WBG seeks diversity in its working environment, accepting candidates from all nationalities with preference to nationals from its member countries or countries of operations. However, there is no nationality quota in the World Bank YPP.

I have dual citizenship. Which one should I use when applying? The WBG should be advised of both citizenships. In the case of American citizenship, this takes precedence over any other.

Are there nationality quotas in the selection process? There are no nationality quotas in the selection process.

I am a refugee but I meet all the minimum criteria to apply. Will my refugee status affect my application? No.

My nationality is from a WBG member country but I live in another. Does this affect my World Bank YPP application in any way? No. You are not required to apply from your home country.

Is there any flexibility regarding the age limit of the Young Professionals Program? The age requirement for the selection process is extremely rigid and there is no flexibility regarding the age limit to apply for selection.

I know that there is a maximum age to take part in the program but is there a minimum age? 18 years old.

What is a young professional’s average age? Around 30 years old.

I have the professional experience required to apply for the selection process but I do not hold a Master’s qualification. Am I eligible? Holding a Master’s qualification and a minimum of three years of professional experience is the minimum requirement to be able to apply for the World Bank placement. However, you may apply for the IFC and MIGA placement if you hold an MBA in a relevant field to these organizations and four years of professional work experience.

Are those holding a doctorate (PhD) qualification more competitive in the YPP than those with a Master’s? There is no preference, providing that the minimum criteria requested are met. In addition to these qualifications, other factors will be considered, such as the Organization’s needs, work experience and the specialized field or sector, among others.

My Master’s course did not require production of a thesis or dissertation. Is it still recognized by the World Bank Group YPP? Yes, writing a dissertation or thesis is not a World Bank YPP requirement.

I hold a Master’s degree and a minimum of three years’ work experience but I am also taking the first year of my doctorate. Can I apply to the World Bank Group YPP? Yes. Holding a Master’s degree and three years’ work experience meets the minimum criteria demanded by the program for the World Bank placement.

I hold a Master’s degree, two years’ work experience and am taking the second year of a doctorate program. Can I apply to the World Bank Group YPP? Yes, since you hold a Master’s degree, two years’ professional experience and one year of continued academic study at doctorate level (forming a total of three years).

What happens if I am accepted on the World Bank Group YPP and have not yet finalized my doctorate thesis? If you are accepted on the World Bank YPP, have started the research and have not yet finalized your thesis, you will have to complete it while working at the Bank. We recommend that you finalize your thesis beforehand.

I hold two Master’s qualifications but I do not have any professional experience, can I apply? No. If you hold a Master’s qualification, you should have a minimum of three years’ work experience or four years’ work experience for IFC & MIGA placement.

My degree, Master’s and doctorate were in different knowledge areas. Is this a problem? No, as long as the area of study for the Master’s or doctorate is relevant to the World Bank Group’s work.

I have met all the requirements of my Master’s course but my diploma will only be available in the future. Can I apply to the World Bank Group YPP? Yes, you can apply if you have completed all the obligations of your Master’s course. In this case, please send a letter of culmination or an academic certificate indicating course completion with your academic transcript.

Do candidates who completed their academic studies at Ivy League universities have a greater chance of being selected on the WBG YPP? The WBG YPP selection process accepts candidates from universities from around the world. There are no quotas for this. Selection is based on the WBG’s needs at the time and each candidate’s performance.

Is there an English test or English proficiency certification required during the selection process? There are no language tests, nor is certification of a command of English required but it is emphasized that the entire selection process is conducted in English and this aspect will frequently be evaluated in the candidate.

In addition to proficiency in English, do I need to be fluent in other languages? No. A command of English is a prerequisite for applying, however, a command of other languages related to the World Bank Group’s work is a desirable qualification, which strengthens a specific application, since it is a multicultural organization with activities in different regions of the globe.

Is professional experience in a developing country a mandatory criterion? No, but it is desirable.

Is an internship or voluntary work considered professional experience? Yes, as long as it is in an area relevant to the WBG and international development.

Is experience in the field more relevant than office work for the World Bank Group YPP? All relevant professional experience is important, both in the field and in offices. Having a mixture of both is ideal.

How long was the average relevant professional experience for a successful World Bank Group YPP candidate in previous years? 6 (six) years.

Professional experience at which types of organizations is more relevant for the World Bank Group YPP? There is no single answer. What is important is that the work is relevant for international development in the World Bank’s areas of activity. Experience in the private sector and at non-governmental organizations is considered relevant work. However, work for inter-governmental development organizations and government organizations in developing countries makes the candidate even more competitive.

Is there an employment quota for each WBG area on the WBG YPP? No. Appointment will be based on the WBG’s needs at the time and each candidate’s performance.

What are the main areas of study sought by the WBG YPP? The WBG YPP opportunities are directed towards candidates with academic studies which contribute to the World Bank, IFC or MIGA technical/operations areas, such as economics, finance, education, public health, social sciences, engineering, urban planning, infrastructure, public-private partnerships, agriculture and natural resources, risk management and insurances among others. It is important to emphasize that the candidate’s educational experience should focus on international development.

Which areas are not recruited by the WBG YPP? People with academic experience connected to support areas, such as computer science, HR, marketing, and languages, are not recruited by the WB YPP.

I have the professional experience required in international development to apply for the WBG YPP. However, my Master’s/doctorate is not linked to a WBG area of activity. Am I eligible for the program? No, your academic background should be in an area of activity relevant to the WBG, independent of your professional experience.

Does a WBG YPP candidate require academic experience in economics? No.

What is experience in a developing country in the WB YPP’s view? The experience in developing countries sought by the WBG refers to real life activities in these locations, with issues related to the different international development topics covered by the World Bank. This may be part-time or full-time work, internships or volunteering with government, non-governmental organizations or companies.

How is communication made between the WBG YPP team and candidates throughout the selection process? Communication is via email. Therefore, it is important to advise the Bank if there is any change to your email address.

What are the rounds for the World Bank Group YPP selection process? The selection process is made up of four rounds : 1) Application and sending in your documents ; 2) Technical review; 3) Interviews and assessment center, and; 4) final selection by the vice-presidents.

Essentially, the first and second rounds of the World Bank Group YPP include reviews of documents, such as curriculum vitae, the essay and letters of recommendation, among other items. Are these reviews carried out using software? No. The reviews are carried out by WBG staff. In the first round, Human Resources employees carry out the review. In the second round, the review is carried out by specialists from the candidate’s area of expertise.

Are psychometric tests applied at any stage of the World Bank Group YPP selection process? Psychometric tests are not applied at any stage of the selection. However, it can be expected Computer-based tests for IFC applicants.

Can I request feedback on my performance during the selection process? Feedback can only be requested on the 3rd round (Assessment Center exercises and interview). Information on your performance is only provided if specifically requested by the candidate.

On average, what is the relation between the number of vacancies and number of World Bank YPP candidates? Approximately 6,000 – 10,000 applications for the World Bank YPP are received each year, with around 40 of these being selected.

How many candidates are accepted on the World Bank Group YPP per year? There is no fixed number of vacancies for the World Bank YPP. An average of 40 candidates is accepted each year.

How much competition is there in each phase? 1st round: 6,000 – 10,000 candidates; 2nd round: 1,000 candidates; 3rd round: 200 candidates and 4th round: 60 candidates, with approximately 40 being hired as new YPs.

Are there gender quotas for the World Bank Group YPP? There is no type of quota for the WBG YPP.

Are there nationality quotas for the World Bank Group YPP? There is no type of quota for the WBG YPP.

Will the WBG YPP notify candidates of their status throughout the selection process? How will I receive communication? Yes. All candidates will be advised of their status in the selection process, both those who have been approved and those who have not, at each stage. Contact will be made using the email address registered by the candidate.

Will I receive confirmation of receipt for my application? Yes. If your application has been made correctly, you will receive a confirmation email directly after submitting your application.

Can I complete my application in my native language? No. The application form and other stages of the selection process must be completed in English.

Can I change or update any information on my application after submitting my form? Once you submit your application, you cannot make any changes or updates.

Which documents are required for the application? The documents required for the application are: Curriculum Vitae (CV), academic certificates and transcripts, abstract of the doctorate thesis and/or Master’s dissertation (if applicable) and application essay.

Is the application closing time according to the Washington D.C. time zone? Yes.

You cannot change the application following submission. However, I have noticed a mistake in my WBG YPP application. What should I do? If this occurs, you should contact WBG by email ([email protected]). It is important that you include your application number and the item to be updated or corrected.

How can I be sure that my World Bank Group YPP application was received? After completing the online form and sending your documents, you have to press the “submit application” button. Then you should receive a thank you message and a confirmation email. Your application will only have been successful if you receive this email. If not, it is recommended that you resubmit your application.

Does the application date have any influence on applications? No. All applications will be reviewed regardless of whether they are the first or last to be received.

Should the total number of files to be submitted be less than 5MB or does this apply to each file? Each submitted file should be up to 5MB.

What type of file format should be used for the World Bank YPP Curriculum? There is a requirement that the document is in .doc, .docx or pdf format.

How many pages should my CV for the World Bank YPP contain? There is no limit to the number of pages. However, it is recommended that the document is a maximum of three pages in length. For more information, click here !

Is there a defined model or format for a CV for the World Bank YPP? The WBG does not request a defined structure when preparing your CV.

Should I follow the UN curriculum model for the World Bank YPP? The UN CV model is not required. The WBG does not request that candidates use any specific model when preparing a CV.

Do I need to send a cover letter to the World Bank YPP? You do not need to include a cover letter, as there is space to include comments on the application form.

Which certificates and academic transcripts should be submitted on application? All of your higher education certificates and course transcripts (first level university degree, Master’s and doctorate) should be sent, including doctorate study in progress. You do not need to send secondary education documents.

If the candidate has more than one degree or Master’s qualification, should the certificates and academic transcripts be sent for both? The candidate can register a maximum of five higher education courses. Therefore, if a candidate has two Master’s degrees, there is space to register this on the application system. However, this should only be included and documents sent if both courses are in areas relevant to the WBG’s activities. If this is not the case, only send the documents for the course which is relevant to the application.

Should I translate the certificates and academic transcript into English? The certificates and academic transcripts that you are sending do not require translation. If the Bank is not able to understand them, they will ask you to re-send translated versions.

What information should be included on the transcript? There is no requirement from the WBG regarding information which must be included on the transcript. However, it is important that the following data is included: when the course was started; when it was completed or when completion is estimated and the grades obtained on the course.

My doctorate is a research-only degree – with no coursework. Should I still send a school transcript? Yes. You should submit all of your higher education transcripts and certificates. Ask your university for a certificate which proves that you are enrolled on a PhD program, including the following information: when you started, your adviser and the predicted completion date.

Can I send just the certificates and transcripts of my highest qualification? No. All of your higher education certificates and academic transcripts should be sent.

Is the academic score important in the World Bank YPP evaluation? Your full academic record will be considered as part of your application. The majority of the YPs demonstrate good academic performance but other aspects will be evaluated, such as relevant professional work experience, skills held and the Bank’s needs.

Is there a word limit when writing the doctorate thesis or Master’s dissertation abstract? Yes. The doctorate thesis and/or Master’s dissertation abstracts must contain a maximum of 500 words.

If my Master’s or doctorate program did not require writing a dissertation or thesis, am I still eligible for the program? Yes. Writing a thesis or dissertation is not a World Bank YPP minimum requirement.

If my Master’s and/or doctorate program did not require writing a dissertation or thesis, should I send an example of a text that I have written? No. You do not need to send a writing sample.

Should the dissertations and/or theses focus on one or more developing countries? There are no specific requirements for your dissertation or thesis. However, your application is strengthened if the questions that you have analyzed in your research are applicable to the developing world.

Is the essay only considered in the first round ofcandidate evaluation? No. The essay is also taken into consideration in the following selection stages.

How many letters of recommendation must be sent in the second round? Three (3) letters.

Which criteria should I use when selecting my referees? There are two main criteria to be observed to select your referees:

1) The referee’s ability to present relevant information about the candidate to the assessors and 2) The combination of referees’ different perspectives of the candidate. Therefore, it is important to request letters from an academic adviser, work supervisor and others who can provide a precise assessment of the candidate.

Can I ask for letters of recommendation from people who work or have worked at the World Bank Group? Yes.

Is there a defined period to send the documents in the second round? Yes. If you are approved for this stage, you will receive an email which gives a deadline (non-extendable) for sending letters of recommendation and a copy of your passport.

After sending the documents requested for the second round (copy of your passport and letters of recommendation), will I receive a confirmation email? When submitting a copy of your passport, you will receive a confirmation email from the WBG. However, the emails confirming receipt of the letters of recommendation are only sent to your referees but the WBG will notify you directly if they need any additional information or any item is missing.

Is there a page or word limit for writing a letter of recommendation? There is no page or word limit for letters of recommendation. However, it is recommended that it is limited to between one and two pages.

In which round of the selection are letters of recommendation requested? The letters of recommendation are requested from candidates when they are advised of their selection for the second round (technical review).

Which language should the letter of recommendation be written in? The letters of recommendation must be written in English.

Three letters of recommendation are requested in the second round of the WBG YPP selection. However, given the deadline for sending them, I am unsure whether one of my referees can send the document. Therefore, can I request four letters of recommendation? It is not ideal. However, you can ask for your fourth referee to send a letter of recommendation by email directly to the selection team ([email protected]) indicating your application number. In order to avoid this type of problem, it is recommended that you have already planned and alerted the possible referees before receiving an invitation for the second round from the YPP team.

Should I ask my current boss or employer for a letter of recommendation? I am concerned that my request is interpreted as dissatisfaction with my current job. A current employer or boss is a good referee, since s/he is in contact with your latest work. However, this is a personal decision. If you see that this request is possible and it will not negatively affect you, the invitation should be made. Make it clear that it is an extremely competitive process and, if you are approved, you will only start work in September the following year. However, if you consider that this request could cause problems, then ask another person who can evaluate your skills and knowledge.

Is it better to request a letter of recommendation from the president/head of the organization where the candidate works or the immediate boss/direct supervisor? It is important that whoever writes the letter can describe the candidate’s skills and abilities well, which will help them to tell their story. Therefore, generally speaking, your immediate boss or direct supervisor is more advisable. However, if the president or head of the organization where you work knows you well enough to write a letter of recommendation, there are no constraints.

Are travel expenses for attending the interview and Assessment Center paid for by the World Bank? The WBG will cover expenses for your air ticket and hotel and will also reimburse you for expenditure on food and transport. However, the Bank does not pay for any expenditure to obtain a visa.

If a candidate gets to the interview round, how is the decision about location (D. C. or Paris) made? The interview location is decided based on the candidate’s place of residence, as supplied on the application form.

What counts more for the selection: the interview or Assessment Center? Both are of equal importance for the selection process.

If I am selected on the WB YPP, what type of visa is required to enter the United States (in the case of a non-US citizen)? G-4 visa.

Which type of visa is required when attending the WB YPP interview and Assessment Center exercises? If your interview takes place in the United States, the B-1 visa is required; if it is in France, this is a short stay visa.

The third round is held in Washington or Paris. However, I do not live in either the USA or France. Who is responsible for the candidate’s visa? The candidate is responsible for taking the necessary steps to issue a visa. However, the World Bank sends an official document to facilitate this process with the institutions responsible.

Following acceptance on the Young Professionals Program selection process, where will the YP be assigned? The YPs are assigned to the World Bank’s head office in Washington D.C.

Can a young professional choose where s/he will be assigned? The YPs are assigned to Washington D.C. during the program. However, after the two-year program has been completed, the former YP can apply for relocation. Approval will depend on the WBG’s needs and the former YP’s professional profile.

Will the YP be assigned to their home country or the one s/he is applying from? No. A YP’s career usually begins in Washington D.C., where the WBG head office is located.

Following acceptance, will a YP remain in a specific unit or rotate between them? Following acceptance, the YP will be assigned to a unit in the World Bank Group’s structure. However, there may be a rotation between different units from the second year onwards.

If selected for the WBG YPP, will I be assigned to my specialized area? The YPs will probably be assigned to their specialized or potential area. However, one positive aspect of the WBG YPP is the opportunity to have rotational experiences in other areas, which are outside your main experience.

During the application process, will I be asked which WBG area I would like to work in if I am selected? Not exactly. There is a question on the form asking you to indicate two of your more specialized areas. The options available on the form correspond to the 15 (fifteen) Global Practice Areas plus the available units of the IFC and MIGA.

How long is a YP appointment? The YPs receive a renewable 5-year contract with the World Bank, IFC or MIGA. The contract with YPs is the longest which the Bank offers.

What is the current type of YP contract? A term appointment, which is a fixed-length contract (five years). The YP contract is the longest which the WBG offers.

What changes took place in 2010 regarding the young professionals’ type of contract? Until 2010, the YPs were employed through an open-ended appointment, in other words, a contract without a fixed term. However, this type of contract was changed and the YPs are now employed through a five-year contract, in line with the Bank’s more comprehensive staffing policy.

What are the criteria for renewing a young professional’s contract? Employee’s performance and the Bank’s needs. Generally speaking, former YPs have their contracts renewed or even converted into an open-ended appointment.

How many times can a YP renew their contract? There are no limits for renewing a YP’s contract (it can be renewed numerous times).

Will the YP be integrated with WBG staff at the end of the program? The YP is a World Bank team member (staff) from the start of their contract, in other words, from the first day of the program.

What is the young professional’s grade level? The WBG young professional starts at GF level (the sixth highest level), which indicates their importance in the organization.

What are the differences between a term appointment and open-ended contract? The difference is that a term appointment is a contract for a defined length of time. The open-ended contract is not for a specific period. It is true that an employee with this type of contract can also be dismissed, but the process is a little more complex than under a term appointment.

What is a young professional’s career stream and hierarchical grade at the WBG? A YP is employed by the WBG for the Professional and Technical stream at grade level GF.

What is a YP’s initial salary? Is it the same at all the units? The initial salary offered will vary according to your level of education and professional experience. Therefore, there is no fixed value for a YP’s salary. However, the average annual net salary is US$ 105,275.00 plus approximately U$ 58,865.00 per year in non-salary benefits.

How long is the World Bank’s maternity and paternity leave? Maternity leave is 70 working days (approximately three months) and paternity leave 10 working days (approximately two weeks).

Are there facilities at the World Bank for employees who are mothers of babies? Yes, there are a number of nurseries at the Bank’s head office to support mothers with babies.

Is having young children taken into account when arranging a YP’s missions? Yes. There is a large number of trips in a YP’s routine, which are extremely important. However, there is room for negotiation with your manager and task team in an attempt to reconcile family commitments.

How often does a young professional travel during the YPP? The trips may take between 20% and 50% of a young professional’s working hours or between 80 and 110 days abroad.

What is the main complaint made by young professionals about their jobs? Generally speaking, the young professionals have a high workload, particularly during the program (in the first two years) when they are still learning about the organization and their roles, taking a large number of trips, networking and tackling the stretch assignment. Therefore, learning to become organized and finding a balance between their professional and personal life (particularly for those who have families) is a challenge. The positive point is that there is substantial program support for the YPs.

What are the young professionals’ main challenges when they start work? Generally speaking, the main challenges faced by the young professionals are understanding the World Bank Group and their role in this complex organization, and also finding a balance between their personal and professional life, since there is a substantial workload, trips and training.

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