Markets Development Advisory Specialist

Reference Number

250653

Position Level

TI1

Department

Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership

Division

Advisory Division 2

Location

Asian Development Bank Headquarters

Date Posted

Friday, August 8, 2025

Closing Date

Friday, August 22, :59 p.m Manila Time, 0800 GMT)

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you looking to have 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 Markets Development Advisory Specialist is assigned to the Markets Development Advisory Division 2 (OMDA2) within the Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership (OMDP). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.

You will report to Director, OMDA2 and will oversee junior team members.

Your Role

As a Markets Development Advisory Specialist, you will contribute in (i) the delivery of ADB's operations related to advisory and markets development including operations related to Public Private Partnerships (PPP), Private Sector Development (PSD), Asia Pacific Project Preparation Facility (AP3F); (ii) the formulation and implementation of policies, strategies, transactions and programs of OMDP to implement ADB's operations related to advisory operations, PPPs, market development, green and climate financing, and country program development; (iii) building external and internal relations, stakeholders' coordination, and knowledge management activities to accommodate PPP- and PSD-related issues. You will lead/support origination, processing and implementation of Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) mandates and market development activities by preparing, structuring, and procuring infrastructure projects through PPP in collaboration with relevant departments including regional and solutions departments. Establish and maintain networks with international and local players in PPP and other markets.

You will:

• Help implement OMDP's vision, goals, work plan and development strategies following Strategy 2030.
• Support in the identification, structuring, delivery, and administration of TAS mandates, market development and PPP programs with efficient marketing, negotiation and due diligence of PPP- and PSD-related issues and projects in Developing Member Countries (DMCs), including green and climate financing programs, carbon markets, nature-based solutions and state-owned enterprises opportunities.
• Support internal process for approval and implementation of TAS mandates and market development activities which includes preparation of related project documents.
• Help develop and implement the Private Sector Development shift following R99-22 (Organizational Review: A New Operating Model to Accelerate ADB's Transformation Toward Strategy 2030 and Beyond).
• Support the selection and management of individual consultants who support deal teams, including designing of their terms of reference.
• Participate in PPP and PSD market research activities, identifying constraints and providing solutions for promoting PSD/PPP policies, operations and regulatory frameworks in ADB's DMCs.
• Establish and maintain relationships with governments, development partners, civil society, and private sector entities within your responsibilities.
• Contribute in the preparation of country partnership strategies, country management teams and provide inputs and feedback to support ADB's PPP and PSD operations following the framework for ADB's support to the relevant DMCs; and support "One ADB" approaches to infrastructure projects alongside other regional and solutions departments.
• Contribute to regional development and implement PPP projects with the regional and solutions departments and Private Sector Operations Department on PPP and PSD activities.
• Contribute to coordination and cooperation within OMDP of developments, new opportunities and challenges, and provide recommendations. Motivate reporting staff to perform at their full capacity.

You will need:

• A University degree in business administration, economics, finance or other relevant fields preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent
• At least 6 years of relevant professional experience developing infrastructure projects including PPP transactions, and climate financing.
• High proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Hands-on experience structuring project finance transactions or providing advisory services in multiple sectors and countries including negotiation and coordination.
• In-depth knowledge about PPP and financial market products or due diligence experience implementing infrastructure or climate.
• Network with financial communities including export credit agencies and investment/commercial banks.
• International experience working in several countries.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International grade 1 (TI1).

Benefits

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

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 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.

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