Senior Private Sector Development Specialist

Reference Number

250722

Position Level

TI2

Department

Central and West Asia Department

Division

Private Sector Development Unit, CWRD

Location

Asian Development Bank Headquarters

Date Posted

Friday, September 5, 2025

Closing Date

Friday, September 19, :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 Senior Private Sector Development Unit (CWPS) within the Central and West Asia Department (CWRD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and may be assigned in one of our Resident Missions in the Central and West Asia Region and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.

You will report to the Regional Head, CWPS and will oversee Junior team members.

Your Role

As a Senior Private Sector Development Specialist, you will lead ADB's work in the Central and West Asia Region to support ADB's private capital mobilization goals. This includes identifying, developing, implementing, and managing private sector projects across upstream, midstream and downstream development, in close collaboration with governments, development partners, and the private sector.

You must have extensive expertise in private sector advisories and investments, demonstrate broad experience, and work independently across varied assignments, while closely collaborating with the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD) and the Office of Market Development and Public Private Partnerships (OMDP).

You will:

• Lead early-stage advisory engagements with public and private clients as well as investment-like engagements where ADB contributes time and funds to develop projects for future investments.
• Lead or contribute in the development of private sector nonsovereign and transaction advisory portfolio by identifying investment and advisory opportunities, contributing to internal approval processes and other related activities in collaboration with ADB solutions, PSOD and OMDP in particular, with whom CWPS collaborate closely.
• Develop, prepare, and manage technical assistance, including participation in regional initiatives, supporting private sector development.
• Identify, design, process, implement, and evaluate projects, and other interventions to promote innovative and structured financing solutions using new approaches and modalities in ADB's developing member countries in the CWRD region.
• Contribute to the development of ADB's strategies and policies to support private sector development in collaboration with other departments.
• Lead the selection and management of individual consultants and consulting firms, including designing the terms of reference for specialized consulting services.
• Provide leadership and support to reporting staff - where applicable, supervise their performance, provide clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance and ensure their on-going learning and development.
• Organize, participate in, and contribute to relevant knowledge-sharing events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospects, clients, and government officials.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and reflected in your workplan.

You will need

• Master's degree or equivalent, in business or finance related field; or University degree in finance, business and/or related fields combined with at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in commercial finance, investment banking, or transaction advisory working with private sector investors, banks, governments and/or international organizations.
• Experience developing innovative financing structures, particularly in transition economies.
• Familiarity with ADB's processes, financing products and modalities would be an advantage.
• International experience working in Türkiye, Central and West Asia would be an advantage.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the Russian language would be an advantage.
• Willingness to travel and work in security challenging countries.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI2.

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.

AboutUs

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

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