Senior Project Assistant
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11 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
You will need:
Bachelors degree preferably in engineering business administration or related areas
Suitability to undertake the responsibilities mentioned above at the required level.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in project-related activities in the infrastructure sector preferably; experience in international agencies will be preferred.
Experience and knowledge of various stages of the project cycle including procurement contract administration and progress management.
Proficiency in the use of technology packages (common word-processing spreadsheets and graphics PowerPoint and web browsing and search engines.
Ability to work on assigned transactions areas of analysis and research which have well-defined scope and steps
Able to conduct cost-benefit analysis to support decision-making.
Effective report-writing and communication skills in English and the national language (as required)
Able to liaise and work effectively with government officials within own work location and with colleagues throughout ADB
Able to work collaboratively with teams as a constructive team member.
Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Administrative Staff Level TL2.
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
Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and permanent residents of India.
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew initially for a period of up to 3 years or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD) whichever comes earlier for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB 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 up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staffs particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit sufficient funding to cover the renewed period and Staffs performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.
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 its Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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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 Senior Project Assistant is assigned in India Resident Mission (INRM) within the South Asia Department (SARD). You will be based at our India Resident Mission (INRM) in New Delhi India. You will report to designated Technical International Staff and Senior Officer (as applicable).
Your Role
As a Senior Project Assistant you will provide coordination technical and analytical support to the functions of portfolio management and project administration.
You will:
- Contribute to the preparation and updating of project administration manual (PAM) by gathering and consolidating data in the appendices and preparing draft on various sections including project description/scope project cost loan allocation procurement loan covenants etc.
- Prepare and update individual Project Performance Reports every month for loans outlining all the required details for example project description/scope status of implementation developments major problems actions taken/proposed and participating in the Departmental PPR meetings when needed.
- Compiles data and statistics on contract awards and disbursements for the assigned projects for the generation of various reports required by the Department and Management.
- Monitor and analyze the actual awards and disbursements against targets to identify shortfalls and their underlying causes and follows up these matters with the Executing Agencies.
- Participate in various missions as required such as inception review mid-term mission and project completion report missions by providing support in collecting data on contract awards and disbursements reconciliation of project accounts compliance with loan covenants familiarizing Executing Agencies with ADBs loan procedures and assisting them where necessary in the
preparation of various reports and applications. - Maintain records needed to monitor compliance with project and technical assistance (TA) covenants. Input data on the status of such compliance into the database at INRM in consultation
with the National Project Implementation Officer. - Monitor physical progress in projects/TA implementation for example by following up on outstanding obligations of executing agencies (EAs) to expedite procurement/contract awards
- Familiarize EAs with ADB guidelines and procedures and ensuring their compliance with project covenants. Follow up on outstanding obligations of executing agencies such as the submission of financial statements monthly and/or quarterly progress reports
- Assist in updating procurement (including consultant recruitment) plans reviewing procurement (including contract) documents and drafting responses on procurement matters and internal procurement processing documents. Assist in preparing and updating Procurement Contract
Summary Sheets (PCSS) and Loan Financial Information System (LFIS). - Review withdrawal applications for compliance with project agreement
- Perform other tasks as assigned and reflected in the incumbents workplan.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Access
- Bluebeam
- Construction Experience
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Office Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Administrative Experience
About Company
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. It assists its members and partners by providing loans, technical assistance, grants, and equ ... View more
