Planning and Policy Specialist at ADB, Manila, Philippines

Deadline: 11 January 2023

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is currently seeking applications from eligible applicants for the post of Planning and Policy Specialist in Manila, Philippines. The duration of this post is 3 years.

The ADB aims for an Asia and Pacific free from poverty.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Planning and Policy Specialist will perform the following functions-

• Contributes to the development, review, reform of ADB’s strategy, policies, business processes and procedures, including Operations Manual (OM) sections and Staff Instructions (SI) to ensure that they remain relevant and up to date.
• Contributes to strategic planning and policy coordination including on integration of knowledge in ADB operations.
• Provides operational support by clarifying issues and answering questions about specific directional documents and guidelines found in OM and associated SI, especially in policy-based lending.
• Liaises with various departments and offices on implementation of business processes.
• Takes a proactive role in supporting operation departments to ensure consistency with applicable operational policies and appropriate choice of modality.
• Undertakes special initiatives assigned to SPD and participates in various committees, working groups, and task forces.
• Provides support to Management and the Board of Directors on strategic planning issues, including preparation of briefing material, reports, and internal and external communication (as requested)
• Acts as a resource person for internal training and external briefings on ADB strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Fosters knowledge sharing and disseminates relevant information, findings, and lessons on operations policies, business processes, and strategic initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have:

• Master’s Degree, or equivalent, in law, economics, finance, business, public administration or fields related to ADB’s operations; or University degree in law, economics, finance, business, public administration or fields related to ADB’s operations and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience (including international experience working in several countries).
• Good understanding of ADB or any similar multilateral development bank’s products and services. First-hand experience in an ADB regional department, especially in policy-based lending, would be an advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of strategic objectives, priorities, and operational procedures of ADB or similar multilateral institutions.
• Experience working with key developing member country stakeholders, including governments, private sector, civil society, and others, including organizing and implementing workshops and seminars.
• Ability to share and utilize relevant knowledge to benefit the broader ADB community.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively operate as part of a team and to coach team members to develop their capabilities and potential.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, visit ADB.