Associate Human Resource Officer

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you looking 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 Human Resource Officer is assigned to the HR Business Partners Division (BPHP) within the Budget, People, and Management Systems Department (BPMSD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to designated International Staff.

Your Role
As Associate Human Resource Officer, you will independently provide advice/support on a broad range of HR functions to support Heads of Departments (HODs) and/or (Senior) Directors of client departments/offices to optimize staffing resources. You will contribute to initiatives related to strengthening talent management focusing on managing, retaining, and developing staff.

You Will

• Provide guidance and advise to client departments on interpretation and implementation of HR procedures on employee life cycle actions such as promotion, performance management, transfers, outposting to field offices, mobility, talent reviews, and short-term assignments.
• Gather and analyze data needed for the preparation of the annual workforce planning and analysis and recommend appropriate actions to ensure optimization of human resources, including providing solutions related to staff-gap measures.
• Support client departments in identifying, developing, and assessing their talent pipeline, including for succession planning
• Draft and/or actively monitor staff actions in client departments and ensure timely processing of internal pre-identified candidate selection (PICS), management-initiated transfers, outposting and return to duty station, end of probation, end of fixed term appointment/assignment, underfilling recommendation, extension of service beyond normal retirement date , special leave without pay application/extension/return) and oversee/manage accurate updating of relevant HR systems and records.
• Contribute to HR initiatives including coordination across different BPMSD divisions/units.
• Independently review non-recruitment related HR processes and propose improvements including updates of relevant templates and systems.
• Provide on-demand career development advice and counselling to staff, including facilitating access to coaching and individual training interventions, as appropriate
• Provide support in managing employee relations matters, including coordination with BPOD-Legal.
• Contribute to special projects on talent management, as assigned
• Support the implementation of HR programs including Country Director and Deputy Country Director selection and placement, batch outposting, Young Professional Program, Internship Program, and secondments/sponsor-funded programs.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and reflected in the incumbent's workplan.

You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, economics, psychology, social sciences, business administration, or related fields, preferably with relevant advanced or practical training
• At least5 years of relevant professional experience with knowledge and understanding of HR policies, processes, and procedures
• Knowledgeable on HR procedures in talent management
• Demonstrated knowledge of position management
• Demonstrated experience in managing employee relations matters
• Experience in project management.
• Good analytical thinking and capacity to prioritize tasks
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient in utilizing AI generative tools to enhance HR processes and office productivity
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical Local Staff grade 4

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

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.

• Multiple positions at various levels may be filled from this opening.
• Actual position title and level will be based on your qualifications, experience and job scope that will be assigned to the selected candidates.
• Location - ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines.

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 .

ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members .

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ADB seeks 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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Primary Location:
Asian Development Bank Headquarters-Philippines-Manila

Department:
Budget, People, and Management Systems Department

Division:
HR Business Partners Division

Staff Category:
Technical Local - HQ (Multiple Vacancies)

Position Level:
TL4

Job Posting:
05-Jan-2026, 7:36:13 AM

19-Jan-2026, 8:59:00 PM