Young Professional

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 Young Professional may be assigned to an operations department (e.g. CCSD PSOD OMDP or Sectors Department) or to a direct operations support department (e.g. ERDI SPD) depending on the successful candidates background and fit.

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 Director and/or designated Technical International staff and may supervise junior team members.

Your Role

The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is ADBs entry-level recruitment program for motivated individuals seeking a career in international development. It offers opportunities to develop professional skills understand ADBs operations and help achieve Strategy 2030.

As a Young Professional (YP) you will contribute to ADBs mission and execution of main instruments comprising loans technical assistance (TA) grants advice and knowledge.

Your Responsibilities

a. Strategy and Planning

• Assist and participate towards the development of policy and strategy of ADB.
• Apply own complex expertise to support others in research and analysis including development impact of ADB operations.

b. Project Management

• Assist and participate in the development processing and administration of non-complex loans grants and TA projects.
• Support integration of ADBs policies and guidelines in the design and implementation of projects.

c. Knowledge Sharing

• Contribute to ADBs activities for advocacy knowledge sharing and building.

You will need:

• A University degree in Economics Finance Business Administration Engineering Environment Law Social Sciences Public Policy or other areas relevant to ADBs operations. A post-graduate level degree or its equivalent is preferred.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in any of the following fields: macro or development economics climate change commercial/investment banking or corporate investment education energy environment financial sector public health public-private partnership rural development transport urban planning water operations and agriculture and natural resources. PhD will be considered in lieu of work experience.
• International experience in areas related to ADB operations will be an asset.
• Not more than 32 years old upon joining ADB.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English
• Please refer to thelink for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International level 1.

Selection Process

Prepare for a multi-stage selection process if you are shortlisted. This includes an online assessment followed by a video interview where you record answers to pre-set questions in your own time. If you progress past this stage you will be invited to panel interviews that take place in the first quarter of 2027.

Application Checklist

Upload the following documents in the Attachments section of your application:

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Most recent university transcript

General Considerations

The selected candidate is appointed for an initial term of 3 years.

ADB seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial ethnic religious and cultural background gender sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensivebenefits 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)

• Relocation (if applicable)

• Retirement plan

• Medical and health benefits

• Paid leave (including parental)

• Life and other insurance plans

• Staff development

Additional Information

This isafixed term appointment withoption torenew (FT-REN) under the Young Professionals Program (YPP) initially for a period ofthreeyears. A YP graduates from the YPP upon movement to a vacant non-YP position through a vacancy-driven selection process or transfer in accordance with applicable ADB policies and procedures.

If the YP is unable to move to a vacant non-YP position by the end of the initial three-year appointment the appointment may be extended for a maximum period of two additional years subject to satisfactory performance and applicable ADB policies. If the YP is unable to move to a vacant non-YP position within the extension period the fixed-term appointment will terminate by the end of the fifth year.

Movement to a non-YP position is not automatic and does not confer an entitlement to continued employment or appointment to a regular position.

About Us

ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive resilient and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives build quality infrastructure and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966 ADBis headquartered in Manila and owned by 69 members50 from the region.

ADB only hires nationals of its69 members.

To view ADB Organizational Chart please clickhere.

ADB seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial ethnic religious and cultural background gender sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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