Principal Economist

• A masters degree or equivalent in knowledge management public policy studies or related social sciences media and communications or university degree and at least 5 years specialized experience.
• Experience in knowledge publication and distribution at senior levels.
• At least 10 years of international experience in a developing nation or with a multilateral development agency.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience applying expertise in an international setting.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Level 2.

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

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

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 Staffs particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staffs performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.

ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive resilient and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives build quality infrastructure and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966 ADB is headquartered in Manila and owned by 69 members50 from the region.

ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.

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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.

The position of Senior Knowledge Management Specialist is assigned to the Peoples Republic of China Resident Mission (PRCM) within the East Asia Department (EARD). You will be based at PRCM in Beijing and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.

You will report to the Country Director PRCM and Advisor EARD and will oversee assigned local staff.

As a Senior Knowledge Management Specialist you will provide strategic knowledge management support to PRCM and EARD. You will translate complex technical and policy inputs into practical knowledge products with clear messages coordinate contributions across ADB departments and developing member countries (DMCs) and ensure high-quality timely coordination that support EARDs development strategies and knowledge agenda.

• Help identify and implement opportunities for capturing distilling disseminating and leveraging knowledge from ADBs projects and technical assistance internally within ADB and with ADB members including private sector development climate change and regional cooperation and integration initiatives.
• Identify and support knowledge sharing activities and policy dialogue events including sourcing of resource speakers preparation of program provision of minutes of the respective meetings/seminars and arrangement of logistics and financing.
• Identify and summarize important policy issues and messages for ADBs policy dialogue knowledge sharing and capacity building both internally and externally with our DMCs.
• Coordinate and communicate EARDs development strategies and policy messages aligning inputs across teams and prioritizing deliverables to meet stakeholders needs.
• Serve as EARDs focal point on knowledge working closely with ADBs Department of Communications and Knowledge Management Sectors Departments Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department Office of Safeguards Private Sector Operations Department Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnerships and Economics Research and Development Impact Department to coordinate inputs and expand the use and sharing of knowledge products.
• Lead the preparation and quality assurance of EARD knowledge products ensuring accuracy consistency and appropriate handling of issues.
• Represent EARD in relevant Senior Management meetings and support follow-up actions by coordinating inputs and summarizing key decisions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.