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Job Description
You will need:
Masters degree in economics development or related field. PhD in economics will be a distinct advantage.
At least 15 years of relevant experience particularly planning and managing human resources and department budgets with demonstrated understanding of economic research needs.
Experience in working on development issues in multiple countries of Asia and the Pacific region
Ability to communicate effectively with staff Management Board members and external partners
Cross cultural skills to manage a team of qualified international and local staff and work with clients.
Written and verbal proficiency in English.
Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Managerial Staff Level M1.
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
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This is a fixed-term appointment for a managerial position initially for a period of 3 years or up to Staffs Normal Retirement Date (NRD) whichever comes earlier in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period ADB may choose to renew the appointment for an additional fixed term period of up to 3 years or allow it to expire. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB based on factors including but not limited to ADBs medium- to long-term plans for the organizational unit the relevance of the staffs skills to those plans and the staffs managerial and behavioral competencies. Notwithstanding the length of the initial or any subsequently renewed FT-M the expiration date of any fixed-term appointment will not exceed the Staffs NRD. There is no limit on the number of renewals up to Staffs NRD. However this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.
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Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
The position of Advisor is assigned to the Office of the Chief Economist and Director General (EROD) in the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila Philippines.
You will report to the Chief Economist and Director General ERDI and will oversee assigned International Staff and Local Staff.
As Advisor you will provide support to the Chief Economist and Director General with guidance from the Deputy Chief Economist overseeing the planning implementation and completion of the departments work plan ensuring quality of work outputs managing and supervising staff and monitoring and planning resource requirements of the department; provide technical advice on ERDIs operational support the areas of business process reform resource mobilization and allocation and ensuring achievement of departmental objectives; and work within a broad concept and framework and contribute to the setting of the departments directions and strategy
Leadership and Strategic Management
Support the Chief Economist and Director General under guidance of Deputy Chief Economist in planning coordinating and monitoring ERDIs operations including the preparation of work program and budget frameworks and operational resource parameters.
Provide guidance to ERDI department leadership and directors on budget requirements; strategic departmental staffing plan updates; operational aspects of human resources (recruitment staff movement performance management including motivation of department staff and handling of staff management issues); implementation of human resources initiatives in ERDI; and implementation of ADBs Cultural Transformation Initiative.
With the Deputy Chief Economist oversee the planning implementation and supervision of departmental work plans.
Recommend improvements in the business processes of the department to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Support ERDI department leadership in the management and operations of the department and other matters as may be assigned by the Chief Economist and Director General.
Project Management
Oversee the departments technical assistance (TA) program both in terms of programming of new TAs and administration of ongoing ones.
Oversee the design and processing of TA projects to ensure quality innovation results orientation and compliance with ADBs policies and procedures.
Lead monitor follow up on and undertake for projects involving TA approvals engagement of consultants procurement and disbursements.
Staff Supervision
Create and lead multidisciplinary teams and ensure the overall quality of their work.
Manage the performance of teams and individuals providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance.
Provide coaching and mentoring to teams and individuals and ensure their on-going learning and development.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Advisor
