Investment Officer

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 Investment Officer is assigned to the Risk Analytics Unit (RAU) under the Office of the Director General (OPSD) within the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila Philippines.

You will report to Unit Head OPSD-RAU and officer (senior/principal/lead as applicable).

Your Role

As an Investment Officer you will conduct risk assessments and related due diligence work for ADBs new nonsovereign transactions (loans guarantees debt instruments); assess risks in existing transactions; prepare risk ratings and valuations; and provide support for thematic or inter-departmental risk analytics projects.

You will:

a. Risk Appraisal of New Transactions

• Review assess and provide recommendations for key transaction risks covering inter alia sponsor commercial and structure risks in proposed financing transactions.
• Provide advice and recommendation to deal origination teams on appropriate risk mitigation measures deal structuring and financial covenants throughout the risk appraisal process.
• Participates in drafting risk appraisals for nonsovereign debt & guarantee transactions in both the concept review and final approval stages.

b. Transaction Monitoring

• Provide advice and recommendation to deal origination teams on appropriate risk mitigation measures deal structuring and financial covenants throughout the risk appraisal process.
• Evaluate and recommend approval for waivers amendments and consents related to various proposed changes to loan covenants and terms.
• Recommend risk mitigation measures including those relevant to covenant structures and security arrangements as applicable.

c. Others

• Cover a designated sector as a primary responsibility with oversight by a senior team member.
• Participate in select due diligence missions.
• Assume ad hoc project duties and other forms of assignments as required.
• Provide support to other divisions and units in PSOD as and when needed for special projects and tasks.

You will need:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Finance or relevant fields preferably with advance training.
• Qualification as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) preferred.
• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in international bank rating agency or multilateral/bilateral development organization in risk management deal origination or investment appraisal.
• Familiarity with risk rating tools and developments in the area of risk management.
• Computer skills with sound knowledge of common word-processing spreadsheets power point financial modeling and macro.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical Local Staff grade TL5.

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.

• 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.

ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.

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