AfDB Summit

Full time | Global Career Company | United States

Posted On 07/09/2026

Work Experience 6-9 years

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Province New York

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African Development Bank is engaging with experienced professionals as part of its participation in the Careers in Africa New York Summit on the 21st of September 2026
. This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with Bank representatives, explore potential career pathways, and position yourself for future opportunities across a wide range of strategic functions. These sessions are designed for high-calibre professionals interested in contributing to Africa’s long-term development through impactful, pan-African work.

Job/Opportunity

Title:

African Development Bank (AfDB) Diaspora Talent & Recruitment Summit – New York

Location: New York, United States

Event Date: 21 September

Job Description: The African Development Bank (AfDB) will be hosting a Diaspora Talent and Recruitment Summit in New York on 21 September. The summit will provide experienced professionals and high-potential talent with an opportunity to learn more about career opportunities at AfDB, engage with representatives of the Bank, and explore how their professional experience and technical expertise could contribute to Africa’s development priorities.

We are particularly interested in professionals with experience across finance, investment banking, treasury, risk management, accounting, audit, economics, infrastructure, energy, climate finance, digital transformation, information technology, cybersecurity, legal, governance, procurement, human resources, project management, operations, and related development-sector disciplines.

What This Opportunity Offers

• Direct access to hiring and leadership representatives
• Insight into future hiring priorities and organisational direction
• Career conversations aligned to your experience and aspirations
• Positioning for mid to senior and executive-level opportunities

These engagements are part of a longer-term talent strategy and do not represent immediate job offers, but rather a pathway into future opportunities.

The Bank is particularly keen to connect with nationals from under-represented member countries, including:

They are seeking professionals across a broad range of disciplines, including:

• Agriculture
• Finance & Investment
• Economics
• Statistics & Data Management
• Information Technology
• Human & Social Development
• Regional Integration & Development
• Operations, Programme Delivery & Performance
• Corporate Governance & Advisory
• Knowledge Management

Applicants should submit an up-to-date CV and relevant professional information. Suitable candidates may be invited to attend the AfDB New York Summit and participate in recruitment and networking discussions with AfDB representatives.