Senior Economist

Overview

Role: Senior Economist (Environment) / Senior Economist (Economics) at the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The mission of ADB is to help developing member countries reduce poverty and promote sustainable development in Asia and the Pacific. The position sits in the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI) or related operational divisions and is based at ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. This is a fixed-term appointment with potential renewal, open to internal and external applicants. Expiry date: .

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship

The Senior Economist leads research and operational support on environment or economics, collaborates with operational departments, and oversees junior team members. Reporting line and specifics may vary by assignment.

Your Role

You will lead policy-relevant research, contribute to publications, and provide technical support to ADB operations. You will work closely with operations departments to inform development strategies and project design.

Responsibilities

• Economic Research and Operational Support – Undertake applied research on environment- or economics-related issues, focusing on empirical, policy-relevant studies aligned with research priorities (e.g., economic integration, poverty and inequality, digital economy, macro-financial stability, climate change, sustainable development, and future work).
• Lead the design and dissemination of research outputs, including flagship publications, thematic reports, policy briefs, working papers, and peer-reviewed journal articles.
• Coordinate internal reviews and provide substantive guidance on the economic rationale and quality of economic analysis for country strategies, programs, and other operational documents.
• Participate in teams preparing flagship publications and other projects; contribute to training programs for staff and government officials.
• Provide technical and analytical support to ADB operations and collaborate with operational departments and country offices.

• Project Management – Design, implement, and administer technical assistance projects for developing member countries with rigorous policy analysis across diverse areas.

• Knowledge Sharing – Disseminate knowledge outputs, support ERDI capacity building, engage with a global network of knowledge institutions, and lead training, conferences, and knowledge-building activities.

• Staff Management – Provide leadership to reporting staff, monitor performance, and support ongoing learning and development.

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or related field with strong empirical analysis and policy-focused research background.
• Typically 6+ years of relevant professional experience, including international work experience; track record of independent research and publications in international journals.
• Technical knowledge and analytical skills in economics; understanding of ADB or similar multilateral development bank context, strategies, priorities, and objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proficiency with ADB Core Competency Framework; refer to official framework document linked in the job posting.
• Two years of relevant experience outside ADB within the past five years is required (consultant/contractor experience counted as outside experience).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package (housing/education allowance if applicable, expatriate benefits, retirement plan, medical and health benefits, paid leave, life and other insurance, staff development).

Additional Information

• Appointment is fixed-term for 3 years with potential extension up to 2 years or conversion to regular appointment, subject to performance and organizational needs.
• This posting is open to internal and external applicants.

About Us

ADB is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines, with 69 member countries. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, aligned with Strategy 2030.

View Details and Related Information

Working hours: 80-100% / 100%; Type of contract: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term); Region: South / East Asia and Pacific; Level: Senior Professional, more than 5 years; Area of work: Economics; Type of organization: Multilateral Organizations.

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