Senior Advisor to the Vice-President

Job Vacancy | Friday, August 23, 2024

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you looking to have a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship

The position is assigned to the Office of the Vice President for East and Southeast Asia, and the Pacific (VPR2). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to the Vice President for East and Southeast Asia, and the Pacific and will oversee National and Administrative staff.

Your Role

As a Senior Advisor to the Vice-President, you will be responsible for tracking, analyzing, and providing support on the full range of policy, operational, and administrative issues within the East Asia Department, Pacific Department and Southeast Asia Department. Specific responsibilities fall broadly under four categories: (i) Analysis and Judgement on Strategy and Policy Issues, (ii) Operational Analysis and Monitoring, (iii) Liaison/Internal and external Coordination, and (iv) Administration. You will work within the framework of ADB policies, procedures and fiduciary obligations.

You will:

• Stay up to date with main ADB strategy and policy issues and provide VPR2 with concise analysis of these issues along with considered judgment and recommendations.
• Provide input and guidance to senior staff of the East Asia Department, Pacific Department and Southeast Asia Department on Management views on operations and other issues.
• Brainstorm and liaise with staff in advance of VPR2 missions to identify priority issues and develop key messages for Vice President.
• Exercise judgment and make recommendations on the consistency of individual developing member country (DMC) operational programs with Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) and other ADB policies and strategies and the consistency of internal ADB memos and recommendations with ADB guidelines and policies.
• Review and analyze operational documents and memos and make recommendations to the Vice President.
• Collaborate with the Solutions Complex and support departments within ADB.
• Coordinate with staff in the Office of the President, offices of the other Vice Presidents, and the Office of the Secretary.
• Initiate/follow up on discussions with VPR2’s counterparts at other international finance institutions, bilateral development partners, or other counterpart institutions.
• Manage the performance of teams and individuals, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Master’s Degree, or equivalent, in economics, development studies, or related fields; or University degree in economics, development studies, or related fields and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered
• At least 12 years of relevant experience within the field at senior levels (e.g. leading projects), including loan and TA processing in similar multilateral development organization/international finance institutions
• International experience working in several countries
• Significant expertise within a specific area of ADB’s operations (economic, sector or thematic), or breadth across multiple areas with in-depth knowledge within one area
• Credible expertise in the field, experience in leading projects, and the ability to share relevant knowledge to benefit the broader ADB community.
• Broad-based exposure to multilateral development bank’s policies and procedures
• Wide-ranging interests in the full scope of policy and operational work
• Outstanding interpersonal/negotiation skills, as well as ability to liaise with Management, senior staff, or staff of other international organizations and government officials
• Keen enthusiasm and a capacity to deal effectively with multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and organization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for IS6.

Benefits

ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB’s standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

• Paid leave (including parental)
• Medical and health benefits
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development
• Retirement plan
• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits (for international staff)

Additional Information

ADB will be rolling-out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept the possibility of such changes resulting from the new job grading structure.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.

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ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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