Senior Economist

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Are you ready 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 Senior Economist (Environment) is assigned to the Economic Analysis and Operational Support Division (EREA) within the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI) and will contribute to research and operational support on environment and work closely with operational departments. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to Director, EREA, in close coordination with Director of the relevant operations department. You will oversee junior team members.

Your Role
As a Senior Economist (Environment), you will take a lead in the conduct of research work on policy-relevant issues of strategic interest to ADB Management and its developing members. You will contribute substantially to the generation and dissemination of research outputs and publications and provide technical and analytical support to ADB operations.

• Economic Research and Operational Support : Undertake applied research on a variety of environment-related issues, with an emphasis on analytical and policy-relevant empirical studies.
• Lead the design and implementation of research outputs and publications, including ADB's flagship publications, thematic reports, policy briefs, working papers, and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Lead and coordinate the internal review and provide substantive advice and comments on the economic rationale and quality of economic analysis, in the areas of environment and natural resources, in ADB's country strategies, programs, projects, and other operational documents.
• Provide technical and analytical support in areas of research expertise to ADB operations, including collaborating with ADB operational departments and country offices, reviewing institutional documents, and participating in review meetings and operational missions.
• Participate in teams preparing ADB flagship publications and other projects.
• Take a lead in the development and delivery of internal and external training programs for ADB staff and government officials.

Project Management
Oversee and carry out the design, implementation, and administration of technical assistance projects for developing member countries (DMCs) on empirically rigorous policy analysis across a broad range of areas.

• Knowledge Sharing : Contribute substantially to the dissemination of ADB knowledge outputs and publications.
• Support the capacity building work of ERDI by undertaking collaborative research, dissemination, networking, and capacity building activities with specialists across a global network of knowledge institutions and with other ADB knowledge and operations departments.
• Lead and contribute to relevant internal and external training and conferences and other activities for advocacy, dissemination, and knowledge building.

You Will Need
To be successful, you will need:

• PhD in Economics or related fields, with a strong background in empirical analysis and policy-focused research.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience with demonstrated experience conducting independent research, including international experience in several countries.
• Evidence of high-quality research output and record of publications in international peer-reviewed professional journals.
• Technical knowledge, analytical, and conceptual skills in economics.
• Understanding of ADB or similar multilateral development bank's institutional context, strategies, priorities, and objectives.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.

Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB’s 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 (for international staff)

Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants. This position is crucial to the Workforce Rebalancing Framework ), a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing ADB’s in-house expertise previously sourced from the external workforce.

ADB is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates, regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.