Lead Regional Financial Specialist for Asia

6 hours ago

Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Asian Development Bank Full time
About the Role

At the Asian Development Bank, we are seeking an experienced and skilled professional to take on the challenging role of Lead Regional Financial Specialist for Asia.

Job Summary

This is a unique opportunity to work with our team in Manila, Philippines, and contribute to our mission of promoting economic growth and reducing poverty in the Asia-Pacific region. As a key member of our Economic Research and Development Impact Department, you will be responsible for leading regional financial cooperation and integration initiatives, particularly for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and ASEAN+3.

You will have the opportunity to develop and implement strategies to promote regional bond markets, sustainable finance ecosystems, payment and settlement systems, and key market infrastructures. Your expertise will also be instrumental in supporting capacity-building discussions under the Steering Committee for Capacity Building Initiatives to Support ASEAN Financial Integration.

We are looking for a highly qualified and experienced professional who has a deep understanding of financial regulations, market practices, and international standards. You should have excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior financial regulators and central bank officials from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and implementation of regional financial cooperation and integration initiatives, particularly for ASEAN and ASEAN+3.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with senior financial regulators and central bank officials from ASEAN and ASEAN+3 countries.
  • Collaborate with other departments and teams within the ADB to achieve common goals and objectives.
  • Provide technical advice and support to governments and other stakeholders on financial sector development and regional cooperation initiatives.
  • Participate in and support global standard-setting discussions, particularly on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and technical standards under ISO.
Requirements
  • Masters degree or above in Economics, Finance, Public Management, or related fields.
  • Professional qualifications in market and financial analysis, such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Market Analyst (CMA), Certified International Investment Analyst (CIIA), and Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).
  • At least 12 years of professional experience in central banking, financial and capital market regulations, and payment and settlement systems, with international experience working in several countries.
  • Experience in chairpersonship in global and regional financial regulators' meetings and forums, such as FSB, BCBS, IOSCO, CPMI, FATF, FinCoNet, EMEAP, APEC, and other regulatory forums.
  • Deep understanding of financial regulations, market practices, and international standards in Asia, demonstrated through comparative institutional analysis with Europe and the United States.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior financial regulators and central bank officials from diverse backgrounds.
Benefits

The Asian Development Bank offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with qualifications and experience, as well as comprehensive benefits including paid leave, medical and health benefits, life and other insurance plans, staff development opportunities, and retirement plan.

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