Call For Applications: EBID Young Professional Programme 2026

October 7, 2026

Who Can Apply?

The opportunity is open to citizens of ECOWAS member states, including Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Sierra Leone, Liberia, The Gambia, Guinea, Benin, Togo and other member countries.

Applicants must:

Be under 30 years old at the time of recruitment.
Hold a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification relevant to EBID’s activities.
Demonstrate strong analytical, organisational and research skills.
Be able to work effectively under pressure and in a multicultural environment.
Have good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Be fluent in English, French or Portuguese and have a working knowledge of at least one of the other two working languages.

Areas of Opportunity

EBID is considering candidates with qualifications and experience relevant to several areas of its operations, including:

Finance
Economics
Accounting
Audit
Risk Management
Business Administration
Law
Engineering
Information Technology
Human Resources
Communication and Marketing
Infrastructure
Public and Private Sector Operations
Language Services
Asset and Liability Management

Candidates with qualifications in other fields relevant to the Bank’s activities may also be considered.

What Selected Candidates Will Receive

The Young Professionals will be recruited as professional staff under Grade P1-1 of EBID’s staff classification and salary structure.

The package includes salary and applicable benefits such as:

Post-adjustment allowance
Housing allowance
Transport allowance
Family grant, where applicable
Pension scheme
Insurance coverage

The initial appointment is for two years, including a six-month probationary period. Candidates who perform satisfactorily during probation may have their appointments converted to open-ended contracts.

Professional Development

The programme is structured to expose participants to different departments within EBID. Young Professionals will work under the supervision of experienced staff, allowing them to develop practical knowledge of development finance, regional economic integration and the Bank’s operations.

EBID describes the programme as an important part of its strategy to develop emerging talent and build a pipeline of future professionals within the institution.

Recruitment Process

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to EBID headquarters in Lomé, Togo, for written and oral assessments.

The selection process may assess candidates on:

Technical competence
Potential and motivation
Personality
Computer skills
Verbal communication
Written communication
Knowledge of the required working languages

Application Requirements

Applicants are expected to prepare a complete application dossier containing documents such as:

Detailed curriculum vitae
Copies of academic qualifications
National identity card or passport
Birth certificate
Motivation letter explaining their interest in the programme, areas of competence, relevant experience and career aspirations.

How to Apply

Unlike many graduate recruitment programmes, the 2026 EBID Young Professionals Programme requires a physical application dossier.

Applicants should place their complete documents in a sealed envelope marked:

“2026 Young Professionals Recruitment Programme”

and address it to:

ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID)
128, Boulevard du 13 janvier
B.P. 2704
Lomé, Togo

Applicants should ensure that their documents reach the Bank before the closing date.

Application Deadline

October 30, 2026

Young graduates who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to prepare their documents early and carefully review the official recruitment notice before submitting their applications.

Apply Now: EBID Young Professional Programme 2026 – Official Recruitment Page