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Asian Development Bank

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

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 Economist is assigned to the Office of the Director General (EAOD) within the East Asia Department (EARD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to Director General, EARD and will oversee junior team members.

Your Role

As an Economist, you will lead the department's monitoring of economic development in East Asia, which involves supporting country economic work and policy support to developing member countries (DMCs), and covering economic, finance, trade, private sector development (PSD), and regional cooperation and integration (RCI). You will work with the Advisor, EAOD, in coordinating ADB's RCI programs with other relevant ADB regional departments and DMCs in East Asia.

You will:

- Be EARD's focal on RCI and represent the department on RCI-related matters and events, and prepare briefing papers, discussion materials and speeches on trade and RCI issues.
- Work with the EARD management, country teams and sector teams in ensuring that the upcoming project pipelines adequately reflect RCI considerations, including coordination with Central and West Department (CWRD) on Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) and with Southeast Asia Department (SERD) on the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS).
- Coordinate with sector and thematic teams and country economists of PRCM and MNRM on economic work and high-level policy advice to DMCs covering economics, finance, trade, private sector development, RCI, and help develop the country partnership strategy (CPS) and diagnostics.
- Process and implement Technical Assistance (TA) and prepare TA completion report.
- Represent the department in Bank-wide projects such as task forces for the Asian Economic Integration Report (AEIR) and the Asian Development Outlook Regional Economic Outlook in close coordination with the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI).
- Work with the Economist overseeing the Department's knowledge management and RKSI with enhancing visibility, impact and imprint of south-to-south experience sharing.
- Work with the Senior/Principal Operations specialist on strategic support including technical assistance projects on East Asia and Mongolia.
- Work with the Regional Head, Private Sector Development on annual programming of projects and other activities for EARD in private sector related areas.
- Undertake any other related additional economic tasks as assigned. Qualifications
You will need:

- University degree in economics or public policy or related social sciences; preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent.
- At least 6 years of specialized experience in economics, public policy, and regional cooperation, or other related areas relevant to the position.
- Written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Experience applying expertise in an international setting within the sector.
- Experience working in a developing nation and international experience working in some countries.
- Credible expert in field of expertise with recognized projects and to share relevant knowledge to benefit the broader ADB community, in a way which may further enhance ADB's ability to: (a) Recommend solutions to address DMCs' specific economic, sector or thematic needs, based on wide range of experience and best practices; (b) Structure and implement TA project, and (c) Manage risks more effectively by understanding DMCs, their environment (including the political, social and technical aspects), development priorities and economic / sector / thematic issues.
- Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Level 1.

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)
About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.

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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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Sector: Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation

Role: Other

Working hours (%): 80-100% / 100%

Job type: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)

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