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MNA Fellows Program Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

  1. To attract and develop young talent from the MNA countries for current and future employment opportunities at the WBG. 

  2. The  2025 Recruitment cycle for this Program is open to Kuwaiti nationals. 

  3. We are looking for talented young professionals that are passionate about International Development, are eager to receive first-hand experience working in one of the technical and operational areas of the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Group and have the desire to learn and contribute to the WBG¡¯s mission of eradicating extreme poverty and boosting shared prosperity. 

  4. Applicants must meet the following requirements:

    • Be a citizen of Kuwait and have valid passport
    • Must have a master¡¯s degree and 2 years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
    • Be fluent in English
    • Be committed to International Development
    • Candidates who do not have a previous history working in the WBG.

  5. Infrastructure, Digitalization and Cybersecurity

  6. Appointments will be based mainly in Headquarters, Washington DC with a few located in one of the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Group country offices. 

  7. The Fellows will receive an Extended Term Consultant (ETC) appointment for an initial one-year period. Pending availability of Funds, business needs and ETC satisfactory performance, ETC may be renewable for an additional year- subject to the ETC lifetime maximum of 2 years. The Fellow¡¯s ETC appointment will be subject to the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Group¡¯s policies.

  8. While the Fellows of this arrangement would be able to apply for vacancies there would be no guarantee of employment with the ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Group beyond the contract period.

  9. All vacant positions will be advertised on this site. Please select the vacancy that you are interested in and follow the information on how to complete your application. All positions will remain open from May 20th until June 23rd, 2025, 7:59pm EST.

  10. There is no specific age limit established however the MNA Fellows Program is designed for young professionals such as recent graduates, with a master¡¯s degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. 

  11. Once the interview date is set by the hiring unit you have the option to be interviewed from your country via Videoconference, or through a ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Group office in your location. 

  12. The Letter of Appointment will have the job title Extended Term Consultant; The program is called MNA Fellows Kuwait program, thus the reference to the Fellows.