Digital Technology Specialist

Reference Number

250658

Position Level

TI1

Department

Sectors Department 2

Division

Digital Sector Office

Location

Asian Development Bank Headquarters

Date Posted

Monday, August 4, 2025

Closing Date

Monday, August 18, :59 p.m Manila Time, 0800 GMT)

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 Digital Technology Specialist (eGovernment and DPI) is assigned to the Digital Sector Office (DIG) within Sector Department 2 (SD2). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to the Director, Digital Sector Office and will oversee junior team members.

Your Role

As a Digital Technology Specialist (eGovernment & Digital Public Infrastructure), you will play a key role in driving ADB's support to developing member countries (DMCs) in modernizing public administration and building resilient Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). You will help shape projects and strategies that enhance citizen engagement, improve public service delivery, and strengthen digital governance.

The position emphasizes:

• Supporting the business development and pipeline creation of eGovernment and DPI-focused projects.
• Providing technical and implementation support to ensure projects are well-designed, effective, and contextually relevant.
• Leveraging your previous experience with development banks to navigate project cycles, partnerships, and operational requirements.

You will:

• Identify, design, and help implement projects and technical assistance programs centered on eGovernment platforms, national digital IDs, secure data exchanges, payment systems, and other DPI building blocks.
• Support developing member countries in conducting digital readiness assessments, formulating digital government strategies, and integrating DPI into broader development plans.
• Collaborate with ADB operations and sector teams to ensure that digital public infrastructure considerations are mainstreamed across projects in areas such as social protection, justice, taxation, and public administration reform.
• Facilitate partnerships and dialogue with governments, technology partners, civil society, and development partners to strengthen eGovernment ecosystems and promote open, inclusive, and interoperable DPI.
• Provide technical and operational guidance during project preparation and implementation to address institutional, regulatory, and capacity-related challenges.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, capacity building, and learning activities for ADB staff and DMCs on global best practices and emerging trends in eGovernment and DPI.
• Enhance the visibility of ADB's work in this area through communications, events, and collaboration with centers of excellence and thought leaders.

You will need:

• University Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in designing and implementing eGovernment or digital public infrastructure initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience working with multilateral development banks or international development organizations, including familiarity with project design, financing, and implementation processes.
• Strong understanding of the institutional, legal, and technical aspects of eGovernment and DPI.
• Proven ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and across complex stakeholder environments.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI1.

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 is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff's particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff's performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.

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.

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