Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Director, Resilience & Climate Action Department – Lead Climate and Sustainable Development Across 57 Member Countries

<p data-start="1400" data-end="1611">The <strong data-start="1404" data-end="1439">Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)</strong> is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as the <strong data-start="1503" data-end="1555">Director, Resilience &amp; Climate Action Department</strong>, based at its headquarters in <strong data-start="1586" data-end="1610">Jeddah, Saudi Arabia</strong>.</p> <p data-start="1613" data-end="1877">This senior executive position offers a unique opportunity to shape climate action, resilience, disaster risk management, environmental sustainability, women and youth empowerment, and social development initiatives across the Bank&#8217;s <strong data-start="1847" data-end="1876">57 Member Countries (MCs)</strong>.</p> <p data-start="1879" data-end="2204">Reporting directly to the <strong data-start="1905" data-end="1960">Director-General, Global Practices and Partnerships</strong>, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, oversee multidisciplinary teams, strengthen global partnerships, and guide the implementation of innovative development programmes that advance sustainable and resilient development.</p> <h1 data-section-id="r0erq" data-start="2211" data-end="2227">About the Role</h1> <p data-start="2229" data-end="2404">The Director will lead the <strong data-start="2256" data-end="2304">Resilience &amp; Climate Action Department (RCA)</strong>, providing strategic oversight across several thematic areas critical to IsDB&#8217;s development agenda.</p> <p data-start="2406" data-end="2435">The department&#8217;s work covers:</p> <ul data-start="2437" data-end="2652"> <li data-section-id="13y813p" data-start="2437" data-end="2453">Climate Change</li> <li data-section-id="1dzirtp" data-start="2454" data-end="2486">Environment and Social Safards</li> <li data-section-id="sp8em1" data-start="2487" data-end="2529">Fragility, Conflict and Resilience (FCR)</li> <li data-section-id="a87zbr" data-start="2530" data-end="2556">Disaster Risk Management</li> <li data-section-id="o3oonk" data-start="2557" data-end="2575">Emergency Relief</li> <li data-section-id="1mzwe8v" data-start="2576" data-end="2610">Civil Society and NGO Engagement</li> <li data-section-id="29lb1j" data-start="2611" data-end="2632">Women&#8217;s Empowerment</li> <li data-section-id="1axvd0k" data-start="2633" data-end="2652">Youth Development</li> </ul> <p data-start="2654" data-end="2704">The Director will oversee the following divisions:</p> <ul data-start="2706" data-end="2816"> <li data-section-id="1iy18pb" data-start="2706" data-end="2745">Climate Change &amp; Environment Division</li> <li data-section-id="oaargx" data-start="2746" data-end="2779">Fragility &amp; Resilience Division</li> <li data-section-id="1gq1bnn" data-start="2780" data-end="2816">Women &amp; Youth Empowerment Division</li> </ul> <h1 data-section-id="ls18e3" data-start="2823" data-end="2845">Key Responsibilities</h1> <h2 data-section-id="1fc3sus" data-start="2847" data-end="2870">Strategic Leadership</h2> <p data-start="2872" data-end="2890">The Director will:</p> <ul data-start="2892" data-end="3211"> <li data-section-id="11fbq10" data-start="2892" data-end="2981">Develop and implement departmental strategies aligned with the IsDB Corporate Strategy.</li> <li data-section-id="19o0mnv" data-start="2982" data-end="3021">Lead annual and medium-term planning.</li> <li data-section-id="1ikzscl" data-start="3022" data-end="3085">Establish departmental priorities and performance indicators.</li> <li data-section-id="1k554ig" data-start="3086" data-end="3162">Guide implementation of climate resilience and sustainability initiatives.</li> <li data-section-id="1ucc4v9" data-start="3163" data-end="3211">Provide strategic advice to senior management.</li> </ul> <h2 data-section-id="m8wbbq" data-start="3218" data-end="3239">Policy Development</h2> <p data-start="3241" data-end="3266">Responsibilities include:</p> <ul data-start="3268" data-end="3560"> <li data-section-id="fdqstp" data-start="3268" data-end="3334">Leading policy development across resilience and climate action.</li> <li data-section-id="3mes00" data-start="3335" data-end="3386">Supporting Member Country Partnership Strategies.</li> <li data-section-id="1qf9yu6" data-start="3387" data-end="3436">Preparing policy briefs and strategic guidance.</li> <li data-section-id="1aa3skt" data-start="3437" data-end="3503">Monitoring global developments in sustainability and resilience.</li> <li data-section-id="3a0357" data-start="3504" data-end="3560">Integrating cross-cutting themes into Bank operations.</li> </ul> <h2 data-section-id="d31ill" data-start="3567" data-end="3604">Climate and Resilience Programming</h2> <p data-start="3606" data-end="3666">The successful candidate will oversee programmes focused on:</p> <ul data-start="3668" data-end="3901"> <li data-section-id="1ahv5wo" data-start="3668" data-end="3704">Climate adaptation and mitigation.</li> <li data-section-id="181gq63" data-start="3705" data-end="3736">Environmental sustainability.</li> <li data-section-id="17av0rr" data-start="3737" data-end="3761">Disaster preparedness.</li> <li data-section-id="11kj4ek" data-start="3762" data-end="3783">Emergency response.</li> <li data-section-id="6eee7f" data-start="3784" data-end="3818">Fragility and conflict recovery.</li> <li data-section-id="60gpz5" data-start="3819" data-end="3842">Capacity development.</li> <li data-section-id="gweq0a" data-start="3843" data-end="3871">Women and youth inclusion.</li> <li data-section-id="15662fy" data-start="3872" data-end="3901">Civil society partnerships.</li> </ul> <h2 data-section-id="gzkuuy" data-start="3908" data-end="3934">Partnership Development</h2> <p data-start="3936" data-end="3984">The Director will strengthen relationships with:</p> <ul data-start="3986" data-end="4135"> <li data-section-id="1ftftpc" data-start="3986" data-end="4000">Governments.</li> <li data-section-id="27qk8i" data-start="4001" data-end="4038">International development partners.</li> <li data-section-id="16vuy43" data-start="4039" data-end="4046">NGOs.</li> <li data-section-id="1ko0pux" data-start="4047" data-end="4077">Civil society organizations.</li> <li data-section-id="6lrk8b" data-start="4078" data-end="4106">Multilateral institutions.</li> <li data-section-id="1s0ucqy" data-start="4107" data-end="4135">Internal IsDB departments.</li> </ul> <p data-start="4137" data-end="4229">The role also includes representing IsDB at international conferences and high-level forums.</p> <h2 data-section-id="e0ymqv" data-start="4236" data-end="4271">Leadership and People Management</h2> <p data-start="4273" data-end="4303">The successful candidate will:</p> <ul data-start="4305" data-end="4528"> <li data-section-id="1o88n6w" data-start="4305" data-end="4336">Lead multidisciplinary teams.</li> <li data-section-id="e2brk8" data-start="4337" data-end="4372">Coach and mentor senior managers.</li> <li data-section-id="2j0v86" data-start="4373" data-end="4407">Build organizational capability.</li> <li data-section-id="f9qhkx" data-start="4408" data-end="4439">Drive performance management.</li> <li data-section-id="awaerc" data-start="4440" data-end="4482">Foster collaboration across departments.</li> <li data-section-id="1ts7m3" data-start="4483" data-end="4528">Support recruitment and talent development.</li> </ul> <h2 data-section-id="1ypg21e" data-start="4535" data-end="4559">Operational Oversight</h2> <p data-start="4561" data-end="4584">The Director will also:</p> <ul data-start="4586" data-end="4854"> <li data-section-id="z7wq3f" data-start="4586" data-end="4621">Monitor departmental performance.</li> <li data-section-id="yhrf3w" data-start="4622" data-end="4664">Oversee budgets and resource allocation.</li> <li data-section-id="isx589" data-start="4665" data-end="4697">Improve operational processes.</li> <li data-section-id="1igz44" data-start="4698" data-end="4730">Develop monitoring frameworks.</li> <li data-section-id="by0qv5" data-start="4731" data-end="4783">Coordinate major Bank-wide resilience initiatives.</li> <li data-section-id="stnr56" data-start="4784" data-end="4854">Support sustainable finance programmes, including Sukuk initiatives.</li> </ul> <h1 data-section-id="19pegy5" data-start="4861" data-end="4878">Required Skills</h1> <p data-start="4880" data-end="4932">The ideal candidate should demonstrate expertise in:</p> <ul data-start="4934" data-end="5311"> <li data-section-id="13y813p" data-start="4934" data-end="4950">Climate Change</li> <li data-section-id="1s8js2d" data-start="4951" data-end="4981">Environmental Sustainability</li> <li data-section-id="a87zbr" data-start="4982" data-end="5008">Disaster Risk Management</li> <li data-section-id="1homlan" data-start="5009" data-end="5045">Fragility, Conflict and Resilience</li> <li data-section-id="29lb1j" data-start="5046" data-end="5067">Women&#8217;s Empowerment</li> <li data-section-id="1axvd0k" data-start="5068" data-end="5087">Youth Development</li> <li data-section-id="1xw4fqq" data-start="5088" data-end="5114">Civil Society Engagement</li> <li data-section-id="117vjq" data-start="5115" data-end="5140">Sustainable Development</li> <li data-section-id="1yw9hgv" data-start="5141" data-end="5157">Project Design</li> <li data-section-id="gygpwn" data-start="5158" data-end="5180">Programme Management</li> <li data-section-id="ev4gd7" data-start="5181" data-end="5201">Policy Development</li> <li data-section-id="oom1tp" data-start="5202" data-end="5222">Strategic Planning</li> <li data-section-id="12w8f6a" data-start="5223" data-end="5245">Partnership Building</li> <li data-section-id="4sjy45" data-start="5246" data-end="5265">Economic Analysis</li> <li data-section-id="1vk5fqw" data-start="5266" data-end="5283">Risk Management</li> <li data-section-id="1nks5l3" data-start="5284" data-end="5311">Organizational Leadership</li> </ul> <p data-start="5313" data-end="5423">Strong leadership, integrity, stakeholder management, communication, and decision-making skills are essential.</p> <h1 data-section-id="x8aiul" data-start="5430" data-end="5456">Educational Requirements</h1> <p data-start="5458" data-end="5482">Applicants must possess:</p> <ul data-start="5484" data-end="5631"> <li data-section-id="w2ukft" data-start="5484" data-end="5631">A Master&#8217;s degree or PhD in Environmental Sciences, Social Sciences, Conflict and Development, Social Development, Economics, or a related field.</li> </ul> <h1 data-section-id="1q86ipf" data-start="5638" data-end="5663">Professional Experience</h1> <p data-start="5665" data-end="5688">Candidates should have:</p> <ul data-start="5690" data-end="6017"> <li data-section-id="1pjaj57" data-start="5690" data-end="5750">At least <strong data-start="5701" data-end="5713">15 years</strong> of relevant professional experience.</li> <li data-section-id="dcim4e" data-start="5751" data-end="5813">A minimum of <strong data-start="5766" data-end="5777">7 years</strong> in leadership or supervisory roles.</li> <li data-section-id="1mqntsn" data-start="5814" data-end="5878">At least <strong data-start="5825" data-end="5836">5 years</strong> working within a development institution.</li> <li data-section-id="1ce076j" data-start="5879" data-end="5937">Proven experience leading large multidisciplinary teams.</li> <li data-section-id="rk3g2y" data-start="5938" data-end="6017">Demonstrated success delivering complex international development programmes.</li> </ul> <h1 data-section-id="efu8ch" data-start="6024" data-end="6064">Why Join the Islamic Development Bank?</h1> <p data-start="6066" data-end="6300">Working with IsDB offers an opportunity to contribute to transformative development across <strong data-start="6157" data-end="6180">57 Member Countries</strong>, supporting projects that address climate resilience, sustainable development, poverty reduction, and social inclusion.</p> <p data-start="6302" data-end="6591">As one of the world&#8217;s leading multilateral development finance institutions, IsDB maintains a <strong data-start="6396" data-end="6417">AAA credit rating</strong> and partners with governments, development agencies, and international organizations to deliver high-impact programmes aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).</p> <p data-start="6593" data-end="6802">This leadership role allows experienced professionals to influence policies, shape global partnerships, and deliver solutions that improve lives across Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.</p> <h1 data-section-id="c57cg9" data-start="6809" data-end="6841">Required Application Documents</h1> <p data-start="6843" data-end="6869">Applicants should prepare:</p> <ul data-start="6871" data-end="6936"> <li data-section-id="obgei8" data-start="6871" data-end="6891">Updated Resume/CV.</li> <li data-section-id="134bepu" data-start="6892" data-end="6911">Copy of Passport.</li> <li data-section-id="1w5nwhx" data-start="6912" data-end="6936">Academic Certificates.</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4432343877/?refId=OvedeNRZTLSwTmGaEdzv2A%3D%3D&amp;trackingId=OvedeNRZTLSwTmGaEdzv2A%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Apply Here </strong></a></p> <h1 data-section-id="1xqj6xi" data-start="6943" data-end="6965">Application Deadline</h1> <p data-start="6967" data-end="7001"><strong data-start="6967" data-end="6984">Closing Date:</strong> <strong data-start="6985" data-end="7001">30 July 2026</strong></p> <p data-start="7003" data-end="7078">Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.</p> <h1 data-section-id="fsb6xx" data-start="7085" data-end="7097">Conclusion</h1> <p data-start="7099" data-end="7368">The <strong data-start="7103" data-end="7155">Director, Resilience &amp; Climate Action Department</strong> position at the Islamic Development Bank is an outstanding opportunity for experienced international development leaders passionate about climate action, resilience, sustainable development, and inclusive growth.</p> <p data-start="7370" data-end="7641">Leading strategic initiatives across 57 member countries, the successful candidate will play a critical role in advancing climate resilience, strengthening partnerships, and delivering impactful programmes that improve lives and support sustainable development worldwide.</p> <p data-start="7643" data-end="7799">Professionals with extensive leadership experience in international development and climate-related sectors are encouraged to apply before <strong data-start="7782" data-end="7798">30 July 2026</strong>.</p> <p data-start="7643" data-end="7799">For more information on this opportunity, visit <a href="https://www.isdb.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>here</strong></a></p> <p data-start="7643" data-end="7799">Discover more job opportunities on OFY, visit <a 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