Principal Regional Cooperation Specialist
Principal Regional Cooperation Specialist
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Job Description
You will need:
- Masters degree in economics political science public policy public administration or equivalent; or a University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered
- At least 12 years of relevant professional experience in development planning and policy formulation implementation and coordination and international experience working in several countries.
- Substantial experience producing high-quality policy research to support country programs and promote broader regional economic development;
- Substantial experience leading diverse teams;
- Substantial experience working with high-level government officials and leading the planning of meetings and conference;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English;
- Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Level 3
Benefits
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)
- 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 Staffs particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staffs 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.
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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 Principal Regional Cooperation Specialist is assigned to the Regional Cooperation and Integration Unit (SARC) within the South Asia Department (SARD) and relocation is required. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila Philippines and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.
You will report to the Regional Head RCI and will oversee junior team members.
Your Role
As a Principal Regional Cooperation Specialist you will lead the divisions coordination and knowledge work relating to regional cooperation and other emerging initiatives for potential ADB operations. You will plan and coordinate the regional cooperation and integration activities in South Asia and is expected also to conduct research to promote policy reforms that will lead to greater integration. You will also support programming and conceptualization of regional cooperation and integration (RCI) projects in South Asia.
You will:
- Identify development challenges and conduct operationally relevant analytical work in close coordination with sector directors resident missions and other stakeholders to identify new potential projects in South Asia.
- Lead plan and coordinate RCI initiatives with staff from Sector Groups and resident missions.
- Lead and coordinate research on RCI priority areas of connectivity; trade investment and finance; and regional public goods.
- Support the programming and conceptualization of RCI projects in South Asia in collaboration with Sector Groups.
- Work closely with the RCI Thematic Group on implementation of ADB policy on RCI.
- Lead the policy work to promote greater integration in South Asian developing member countries.
- Contribute to finding operationally relevant solutions to member countries key development challenge of creating jobs and increasing productivity and lay groundwork for ADBs engagement in these areas.
- Contribute to new approaches to regional cooperation policy research and operational issues relevant to South Asia.
- Participate in and contribute to internal and external training and conferences on regional cooperation and other activities for advocacy sharing and knowledge building.
- Serve as a member of RCI Committee and participates in relevant RCI Committee activities.
- Lead oversee and support reporting staff including their performance and development.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to team and individuals and ensures their learning and development.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full Time
