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(Senior / Principal) Social Sector Specialist - IS 4 / 5 / 6

cinfoManila, Manila, Philippines

30+ days ago

Job description

Responsibilities

Leads, co-leads, or participates in developing, processing, and administering loan and grant projects and TA, and delivering knowledge products and knowledge services with attention to DMC development policies and project impacts on climate change.
Identifies and conceptualizes new lending projects and programs. Collaborates with other sector offices and departments in identifying countries and projects with the potential to demonstrate impactful solutions to DMC needs and with clear focus on (i) climate change, (ii) private sector development, (iii) digital transformation through innovative and integrated solutions, and (iv) new ways of working.
Works closely with regional departments, resident missions, Office of Safeguards (OSFG), the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD) , the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI) and other sector offices based on business needs, in conducting sector assessments and other upstream work, in line with existing country programs or contributing to new country programs.
Leads, co-leads, or participates in sector portfolio performance assessment in country / tripartite portfolio review meetings, identifies systemic issues, proposes initiatives to promote project quality and improve portfolio performance, and provides guidance and advice for the identification and implementation of actions needed to resolve implementation issues.
Supports the delivery of knowledge sharing and professional development programs to DMC officials and project managers based on demand and relevance to portfolio;
Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with external partners for knowledge and project opportunities. Responds to external inquiries as needed.
Analyses sector trends and generates and disseminates knowledge solutions from ADB operations, international best practices and country or region specific cross-learning.
Leads, co-leads, or participates in strategic planning and coordination for multi-sector operations and new solutions and practices with SG-HSD working groups, other sector offices, regional departments, and other departments.
Supports SG-HSD sector operations performance analysis, monitoring, reporting and quality assurance.
Provides analytical work and reports to support SG-HSD senior management team as needed.
Leads, supervises, and supports reporting staff, including their performance and career development. Ensure continuous learning and development of reporting staff.

Qualifications

Relevant Experience & Requirements

Master's degree in a human and social development related field; University degree and at least 5 years of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a Master's degree.

At least 8 years of relevant experience in human and social development related fields with good knowledge of the Asia Pacific region (Candidates with sector expertise in one or more of following areas are encouraged to apply : education, skills development, social protection).

International experience working in several countries.

Excellent capabilities in sector data analysis and research for sector monitoring. Strong knowledge and experience in application of multilateral development bank policies and business procedures. Proven capabilities in conducting quality assurance.

Broad experience in the preparation of development projects and analysis of development policies, including knowledge of procurement and consultant recruitment.

Demonstrated team leadership and managerial skills and experience leading professionals, teams, and missions for technical matters and project preparation and implementation.

Significant expertise within a specific area of ADB operations (economic, sector or thematic) or breadth across multiple areas with in-depth knowledge within one area.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Please refer to the for ADB for ADB Competency Framework for IS4.

Please refer to the for ADB for ADB Competency Framework for IS5.

Please refer to the for ADB for ADB Competency Framework for IS6.

General Considerations

The selected candidate, if new to ADB, is appointed for an initial term of 3 years.

ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive . 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.

Please note that the actual level and salary will be based on qualifications of the selected candidate