Senior Technical Cooperation Specialist
@ Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)

Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
$150,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 22 days ago

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Overview

The Senior Technical Cooperation Specialist will contribute to the design and implementation of Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)'s strategy, operational plan and work programs focussing on Technical Cooperation, Reverse Linkage and Capacity Development among Member Countries.

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for collating inputs from topic leads, sector economists and Regional Hubs; undertaking analytical studies on Reverse Linkage; preparing policy briefs; and ensuring IsDB is positioned as a key player in South-South, Triangular Cooperation and technical cooperation networks.

Key Accountabilities

  • Policy and Strategy Planning: Formulate policies, monitor implementation, and conduct capacity analysis for selected value chains.
  • Program and Portfolio Management: Link development solutions, manage Reverse Linkage projects and ensure quality compliance.
  • Partnership and Global Positioning: Build strategic networks and promote connectivity among technical cooperation agencies.
  • Knowledge Sharing and Dissemination: Develop knowledge products and increase awareness on IsDB initiatives.
  • Reporting: Prepare internal and external reports, coordinate with sector specialists, and establish feedback channels.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering or related field. Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in project/program design, advisory, monitoring and evaluation, technical cooperation and capacity development. Languages: English, Arabic, French are mandatory.

Skills & Necessary Knowledge

  • Advanced project management
  • Advanced analytical thinking
  • Advanced problem solving
  • Advanced partnership management
  • MS Office proficiency

About the Application Process

Applicants must submit a Resume/CV, copy of passport, and academic certificate. IsDB does not charge any payment for any stage of the recruitment process.

Key skills/competency

  • Technical Cooperation
  • Reverse Linkage
  • Capacity Development
  • Policy Formulation
  • Strategy Planning
  • Project Management
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Partnership Management
  • Knowledge Sharing
  • Reporting

How to Get Hired at Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor it to technical cooperation and capacity development.
  • Highlight key experience: Emphasize analytical and project management skills.
  • Research IsDB culture: Understand their mission and global role.
  • Prepare for behavioral questions: Showcase leadership in strategy planning.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Reverse Linkage analytical methods.
Study capacity development frameworks.
Brush up on project management tools.
Understand technical cooperation policies.

Behavioral Questions

Describe handling complex projects.
Explain teamwork in cross-cultural settings.
Discuss strategic decision-making moments.
Share experiences with conflict resolution.

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