Associate Operations Coordination Officer

Job Description - Associate Operations Coordination Officer

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 Associate Operations Coordination Officer is assigned to the Fragility and Engagement Division (CCFE) within the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD). CCSD leads thematic operations, knowledge innovation, and partnerships. You will be based at our headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to the Director, Fragility and Engagement.

Your Role:

As an Associate Operations Coordination Officer, you will support the processing and implementation of technical assistance (TA) projects and the full range of work of the fragile and conflict-affected situation (FCAS) and small island developing states (SIDS) team, including knowledge products and other activities linked to the implementation of the Fragile and Conflict-Affected Situations and Small Island Developing States Approach (FSA), which guides ADB's work in FCAS and SIDS.

You will:

·       Assist in the preparation of the team's work program with estimated source requirements, accomplishment reports, two-year rolling work program, and ADB annual report.  

·       Contribute to the preparation of annual budget by consolidating the team's work program and preparing corresponding financial resource requirements and background materials.

·       Participate actively in the preparation and implementation of all stages of technical assistance projects on the team, including contracting, budget administration, and knowledge products.

·       Contribute independently to the operations of the team by supporting activities including but not limited to working group, committee and network events; internal and external communications materials; and collecting, compiling and analyzing data, as needed.

·       Contribute independently to general research, data collection and analyses to support policy, strategy, and thematic work program of the team.  

·       Provide active support in reviewing and monitoring progress of team's work program.

·       Oversee the publication of team knowledge products and dissemination activities.  

·       Perform other duties that may be assigned to contribute to the work of the team.

You will need: 

•    Bachelor's degree in political science, social sciences, economics, or related fields preferably with advanced training.   

•    At least 5 years of relevant and significant experience working in development, and familiarity with the operations of multilateral development banks' technical assistance operations. 

•    Experience in working in thematic issues that are relevant to fragile and conflict-affected situations.  

•    Written and verbal proficiency in English

•    Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TL4.

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. The role seeks seasoned experts with substantial field experience capable of leading policy dialogue, and projects focused on delivering knowledge solutions. Successful applicants may occasionally undertake short-term assignments in other departments or offices, when required.

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff's particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff's performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 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.

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: Asian Development Bank Headquarters-Philippines-Manila

Department: Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department

Division: Fragility and Engagement Division

Staff Category: Technical Local - HQ

Position Level: TL4

: 24-Sep-2025, 5:18:43 AM

: 08-Oct-2025, 3:59:00 PM