Asian Development Bank - ADB
Young Professionals Program - (180093)
Description
Overview
The Asian Development Bank (ADB), an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines, comprises 67 member countries, with 48 from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB's mission is to reduce poverty and promote sustainable economic growth. The main instruments employed by ADB include policy dialogue, loans, equity investments, guarantees, grants, and technical assistance.
ADB exclusively hires nationals from its 67 member countries.
Young Professionals Program (YPP)
The Young Professionals Program is an entry-level recruitment initiative aimed at attracting highly qualified and motivated individuals to ADB. YPP serves as the foundation for a challenging and rewarding professional career in an international development environment. It provides various opportunities to develop professional skills and gain understanding of ADB's operations, policies, and procedures. Selected Young Professionals will be placed in one of the Bank’s departments or offices that align with their skills and competencies, contributing to the achievement of ADB’s Strategy 2020 (and subsequently Strategy 2030).
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Job Purpose
Young Professionals will contribute to ADB's mission and execute main instruments comprising loans, technical assistance (TA), grants, advice, and knowledge. The incumbent will report to a Director or designated International Staff and may supervise national and administrative staff.
Responsibilities
a. Strategy and Planning
- Assist and participate in the development of policy and strategy of ADB.
- Apply complex specialist knowledge to support others in research and analysis, including the development impact of ADB operations.
b. Project Management
- Assist and participate in the development, processing, and administration of non-complex loans, grants, and/or TA projects.
- Support the integration of ADB’s policies and guidelines in the design and implementation of projects.
c. Knowledge Sharing
- Support and contribute to ADB’s activities for advocacy, dissemination, and knowledge building.
Qualifications
Relevant Experience & Requirements
- At least a university degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Environment, Law, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or other areas relevant to ADB’s operations.
- At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in fields such as 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. A PhD will be considered in lieu of work experience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work with different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.
- International experience in areas related to ADB operations will be an asset.
- No close relatives in ADB.
- Not more than 32 years old upon joining ADB.
For ADB Competency Framework for IS1, refer to the link [here](insert link).
General Considerations
The selected candidate is appointed for an initial term of 3 years.
ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual appointment salary will be based on ADB’s standards and computation, taking into account the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.
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.
Primary Location: Asian Development Bank Headquarters-Philippines-Manila
Department: Budget, Personnel, and Management Systems Department
Division: HR Business Partners Division
Staff Category: International Staff (HQ)
Job Posting: 07-Feb-2018, 4:12:24 AM
Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External: 31-Mar-2018, 3:59:00 PM
Official Link: ADB Job Portal