Advisor, SEC and Head, Information Access Unit

You will need:

• Masters degree or equivalent; or university degree and at least 10 years specialized experience relevant to the position may be considered
• At least 15 years of work experience including experience at the international level with a strong understanding of development issues particularly in the Asia and Pacific region
• Proven track record in communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders in a multicultural environment
• Excellent management and leadership qualities
• Broad and cumulative knowledge of relevant concepts principles and practices with the ability to share knowledge to benefit ADB and the wider international community
• Ability to manage staff performance and career development in a diverse workforce and foster a constructive and engaging work environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Strong mentoring skills and commitment to developing staff capabilities
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Managerial Staff grade 1.

Benefits

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

• 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

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.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila Philippines and is composed of 69 members 49 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.

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Are you looking to make a lasting impact on 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 Advisor SEC and Head Information Access Unit is assigned to the Information Access Unit (IAU) within the Office of the Secretary (SEC). You will be based at ADB Headquarters in Manila Philippines and all reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.

You will report to The Secretary and will oversee assigned international and local staff.

Your Role

As Advisor SEC and Head IAU you will support The Secretary in the planning implementation and oversight of SECs vision goals strategies and work plan in alignment with ADBs institutional objectives. You will lead and manage SECs operational activities related to editing circulation classification disclosure and management of Board papers.

You will:

Leadership and Strategic Management

• Support The Secretary in establishing and cascading SECs vision goals development strategies and key results areas in compliance with ADB policies
• Contribute to the implementation and supervision of SECs work programs including the integration of ADB values
• Assist The Secretary in monitoring the quality of outputs and the achievement of long-term goals and annual objectives
• Support SEC management in addressing IAUs human resource matters including recruitment performance management staff development and conflict resolution

Disclosure of Information

• Lead the implementation of ADBs Access Information policy (AIP)
• Develop and implement strategies and operational plans to improve the quality shareability security and timeliness of information disclosure and responses to information requests from external parties
• Lead the preparation of the AIP annual report on ADBs compliance with the policy

Information Classification

• Advise staff on the information classification framework
• Formulate plans to operationalize the Administrative Order and implementation guidelines on information classification
• Support the Information Technology Department in information security and data regulation and governance

Editing Circulation and Management of Board Papers

• Ensure the quality of papers circulated to the Board including loan and technical assistance documents; economic environmental completion and evaluation reports; information and policy papers; and strategy studies
• Ensure compliance with Board document templates ADB policies and procedures the Handbook of Style and Usage and international standards
• Oversee the circulation of papers to the ADB Board of Directors
• Develop strategies and action plans to improve document flow and information management processes

Knowledge Sharing

• Lead initiatives to increase awareness of the AIP among external clients and ADB Staff
• Develop and deliver in-house seminars and workshops on disclosure editing information classification and documents circulation
• Recommend improvements to ADBs policies guidelines and practices
• Support SECs knowledge management activities and other projects

Staff Supervision

• Create and lead diverse teams and ensure the quality of their work
• Manage the performance of teams and individuals through clear direction regular monitoring and constructive feedback
• Provide mentoring to support continuous learning and professional development