About Qatar Investment Authority
Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) is the sovereign wealth fund of the State of Qatar. QIA was established in 2005 to protect and grow Qatar’s financial assets and to diversify the economy.
As a sovereign wealth fund, QIA’s purpose is to generate returns for our future stakeholders. We aim for all our investments to have a positive impact.
Diversification is key to our approach and our investments span many different markets, asset classes, sectors and geographies. We partner with leading institutions around the world to seek out global growth opportunities that will create value for the State and future generations.
Message from Our CEO
"In a world of accelerating change, QIA is a long-term investor, focused on delivering sustainable returns. Our vision is to ensure the prosperity of future generations of Qataris, enabling our people and companies to thrive. At the same time, we endeavor to be a world-class investment institution and a positive force for good in the global economy. Today, QIA’s portfolio is in a strong position to continue to grow, to prosper and to help us deliver on our mission."
Mandate
QIA is the wealth manager for the State of Qatar that invests the State’s surpluses to ensure the prosperity of future generations.
Therefore, our overarching objective is to create long-term value as an investor. In addition, QIA has two objectives in supporting Qatar’s economy today. We provide liquidity when needed to stabilize the local economy, and support local economic development by investing in companies that fill market gaps.
These objectives translate into a three-fold mandate for QIA that guides our strategy.
- 1. Create long-term value for the State and future generations
- 2. Support the development of a competitive Qatari economy
- 3. Stabilize the local economy as necessary
History
- 2005: QIA is established
- 2006: QIA’s Investment operations begin
- 2007: Focus shifts to direct investments.
- 2008: Drafting of Santiago Principles
QIA Values
QIA’s values are embedded in our culture and guide the work of all our teams.
- Integrity: We apply the highest ethical, moral and professional standards of conduct in all our undertakings
- Respect: We work together effectively with our colleagues and partners by acting with care and consideration to build cohesive relationships. We value diversity and each individual contribution.
- Responsibility: We respond in optimal ways to challenges and remain focused on our mission to safeguard the wealth of the State and future generations by creating long-term value in our investments
Careers
Since QIA was founded in 2005, the scale and scope of our activities has grown enormously.
Today, QIA is a dynamic organization of over 620 employees of more than 66 nationalities.
We have recruited a world-class array of international talent from leading asset managers, other sovereign wealth funds, pension funds and investment banks.
We are also making great progress in developing a new generation of highly-qualified Qatari colleagues, who are increasingly taking leadership positions across the organization.
The employees of QIA are a talented, diverse group of individuals who care deeply about achieving success—for themselves, for QIA, and for the people of Qatar. We combine a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a spirit of teamwork and a strong sense of integrity.
Recruiting international talent
Having a wealth of international skills and perspectives is critical to our success as a global investor. We recruit highly experienced and specialized talent from all over the world, selecting individuals based on their track record, their relevant expertise, and their experience in demanding financial markets. Following an interview and selection process, these individuals and their families are supported in relocating to Qatar.
We are able to attract world class talent because our workplace offers considerable personal autonomy, combined with exposure to a sophisticated investment strategy and a wide range of sizable and complex transactions. Additional benefits of working at QIA include the ability to play a formative influence in a young and rapidly evolving organization and the opportunity for personal development through learning to operate in a different culture.
Recruiting and developing local talent
QIA is committed to developing Qatari talent. We seek to promote the increased participation of Qatari nationals in the workplace, and to cultivate local talent for the long term benefit of Qatar. We recruit high achieving Qataris from local and international universities and offer them fully funded and customized development plans.
Our leading edge development programs provide Qatari employees with the opportunity to make a difference to QIA, to the future of Qatar, and to themselves throughout their career.
We are growing our number of Qatari employees through:
- Hiring new graduates
- Recruiting experienced Qatari nationals
Apply to QIA
- Our employees are our strongest asset and we are a truly diversified family of over 61 different nationalities from all over the world
- Qatar is a rapidly developing country and economy and Doha is a vibrant city on the world stage and a great place for families
- We offer competitive remuneration and attractive benefits
How To Apply For Qatar Investment Authority Jobs
If you are an experienced professional with relevant experience, please send your CV.
Career Website
Internships/Summer Training
We offer internship programs for college students in their final year of studies. These programsare available to candidates who meet the internship criteria and are studying towards a relevant qualification with a reputable institution. They typically consist of two to five weeks of on the job training, designed to give participants valuable practical experience in a professional environment.
Interested candidates are welcome to contact us on QIA-internship@qia.qa
Qatar Investment Authority: The Journey Program
Our graduate training program ‘The Journey Program’ is designed to give new graduates a unique and market-leading financial education, with world-class learning opportunities.
The one-year program offers young Qatari graduates, who have recently completed a bachelor’s degree, a chance to develop their careers in either an investment or a non-investment stream.
The Journey Program allows graduates to advance their professional development by engaging in a unique learning experience where they are challenged to develop the skills, knowledge, and experience to excel at QIA and beyond.
Graduates are at the center of the program, and it goes beyond just teaching. Every graduate gets the opportunity to learn fromseasoned experts at QIA, providing them with a thorough grounding to launch their successful international careers.
Rashid Saad Al-Mohannadi, Executive Director, Human Capital Says:
“Our employees are a talented, diverse group of individuals who care deeply about achieving success — for themselves, for QIA, and for the people of Qatar. The Journey Program is one such initiative that incubates young Qataris to develop the necessary skills, find their passions, and reach their full potential through customized development plans.”
Minimum eligibility requirements
- Must be a Qatari national or have a Qatari mother
- Must have the following degrees approved by the Supreme Education Council:
- Mathematics
- Accounting
- Finance
- Economics
- Engineering
- Other majors above 3.5 GPA
The learning journey
Phase 1 - Career skills training:
- The career skills training offers graduates the opportunity to gain competence and skills in several areas essential to their career growth, including but not limited to communication, presentations, financial modeling, and Microsoft Excel.
Phase 2 - Certification courses:
- Graduates are required to complete mandatory certification courses in line with their preferred stream.
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) Level I course: Graduates enrolled in the investment stream will attend the CFA Level I course, which is designed to equip them with expertise and real-world skills in investment analysis, vital to their careers.
- Investment Management Certificate (IMC): Graduates enrolled in the non-investment stream will pursue the IMC program, which is an entry level qualification that covers all essential and foundational knowledge that non-investment professionals need to work in the investment sector.
Phase 3: On-the-job training:
- Following successful completion of the above two phases, graduates will work as Apprentices in QIA and get the opportunity to work one-on-one with leading professionals and gain unparalleled experience. All graduates need to successfully pass the three phases to be confirmed in QIA as an employee.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree disciplines do you recruit?
- As a constantly growing organization, we consider graduates with degrees from different academic disciplines. See below a list of the minimum requirements to enroll in the program.
Do you accept applications from non-Qatari nationals?
- Currently, we only accept Qatari nationals or children of Qatari women into The Journey Program.
How do I get an update on my application?
- Due to the volume of applications received, we are unfortunately unable to respond to requests for individual updates on applications.
When will I hear back about my application?
- Most applications complete initial assessments and progress to the next stage within 2-3 months. It is important to keep in mind that the whole process can last up to 6 months providing that you are an early applicant. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests for status updates.
I have some industry experience; can I still apply for The Journey Program?
- Our program welcomes candidates with less than two years of work experience and who have recently completed a bachelor’s degree.
What are your minimum requirements?
To be an eligible candidate, you must be a Qatari national or a child of a Qatari woman and have:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- GPA > 2.7 or equivalent for business related majors
- GPA > 3.5 or equivalent for all other majors
- Good command of spoken and written Arabic and English
- 0-2 years of working experience
How do I apply for The Journey Program?
Visit the Following Link : Qatar Investment Authority: The Journey Program
to find out more about The Journey Program and instructions to apply.