JOB DESCRIPTION

Reference Number: 250806

Position Level: TL4

Department: Controller’s Department

Division: Technical Assistance Section, CTLA

Location: Asian Development Bank Headquarters

Date Posted: Monday, October 6, 2025

Closing Date: Monday, October 20, 2025 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a difference in 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 of Associate Financial Control Officer is assigned to the Technical Assistance Section (CTLA-TA) of the Loan Administration Division (CTLA) within the Controller’s Department. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to the designated International Staff and Officer.

Your Role

As an Associate Financial Control Officer, you will manage processing and administrative activities under Technical Assistance (TA) Projects, and handle processing of TA claims and applications for disbursements under ADB-financed and cofinanced TA and Grant projects.

You will:

• Process, review and verify claims under TA projects to ensure documents are accurate and complete, funding is available, contract provisions and ADB policies are followed, payments are made promptly, and check that per diem and other consultant expenses are calculated correctly.
• Review and process disbursement applications for ADB grant-funded projects to ensure they follow ADB and cofinancier grant rules and disbursement procedures.
• Monitor TA advances and account closures to ensure settlement of balances; coordinate with Unit staff and escalate issues to senior officers and supervisors for resolution.
• Review and provide comments on draft TA papers and disbursement-related documents as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain existing digital filing system by sorting and filing routine materials according to prescribed systems and established guidelines.
• Prepare multiple internal and external correspondences on TA disbursement-related matters for review by supervisors.
• Participate in technical discussions, knowledge sharing and hands-on training for revisions in disbursement handbooks, IT system enhancements, and other business process improvements.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance; preferably a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• At least 5 years of experience in disbursement operations, project administration, auditing or accounting in financial institutions.
• Experience with technical assistance disbursement guidelines, related project administration instructions and operational procedures.
• Demonstrated expertise in internal control concepts and business processes to help maintain sound internal controls and assess risks related to financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ADB standard and similar software programs used by multilateral development banks.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating in cross-cultural and diverse teams and ability to collaborate constructively as an active team participant.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TL4.

Benefits

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

• Retirement plan
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

Additional Information

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff’s particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff’s performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 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 69 members.

To view ADB Organizational Chart, please click here.

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.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements