Senior Communications Specialist

Reference Number

250673

Position Level

TI2

Department

Department of Communications and Knowledge Management

Division

Knowledge Support Division

Location

Asian Development Bank Headquarters

Date Posted

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Closing Date

Thursday, September 11, :59 p.m Manila Time, 0800 GMT)

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a difference 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 Communications Specialist is assigned to the Knowledge Support Division (DCKD) within the Department of Communications and Knowledge Management (DOCK).

The position will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. The incumbent will report to the Director, DCKD, and will oversee junior team members.

Your Role

As a Senior Communications Specialist, you will provide leadership and editorial oversight for the production of ADB publications. You will work closely with internal clients to guide manuscripts through the publication process and oversee service providers to ensure timely delivery and excellence in design, editing, and production. You will also provide senior-level oversight of the Asian Development Bank's intellectual property rights for its publications, ensuring that all content is protected and aligned with ADB's broader institutional and policy objectives.

You will:

• Lead production of ADB publications, ensuring quality, timeliness, and adherence to institutional standards.
• Manage institutional and commercial co-publishing partnerships for ADB publications.
• Oversee co-publishing and licensing agreements.
• Safeguard ADB's intellectual property rights for its publications.
• Stay apprised of changes in technology and publishing best practices to enhance ADB's publishing program.
• Advise internal clients on publishing best practices and related organizational standards.
• Ensure ADB's roster of publication production service providers is well managed, high-performing, and aligned with publishing needs.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to teams and individuals and ensure their ongoing learning and development.
• Perform other related tasks that may be assigned by the Director, DCKD.

You will need:

• Master's degree in Publishing, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, International Development or relevant field or University degree in one of these areas and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, including international work experience.
• Experience in writing and editing, in a senior editorial role producing corporate or academic reports; management of editorial and design teams.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of academic book publishing, as well as the currently emerging trends in marketing and dissemination.
• Understanding of graphic design, typography, and desktop publishing principles, techniques, and software for digital and print projects;
• Experience producing print, web, and mobile content using industry-standard publishing workflows;
• Ability to manage and motivate a team of professionals and to establish and maintain productive working relationships with other ADB departments, authors, colleagues, and vendors.
• Strong commitment to working in a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI2.

• ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits (if applicable)
• Retirement plan
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

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 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 our Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.

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ADB wants 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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