Principal Planning and Policy Specialist

ADB

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 Principal Planning and Policy Specialist is assigned to the Operations Planning and Coordination Division (SPOP) within the Strategy, Policy and Partnerships Department (SPD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

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

Your Role

As a Principal Planning and Policy Specialist, you will oversee the allocation and strategic directions of technical assistance resources. You will lead in the smooth roll out of the exposure limit frameworks to operations teams, in coordination with other departments. You will contribute substantively to the preparation of operational resource parameters, the President’s Planning Directions (PD), the Operations Review Meetings (ORMs), and the Work Program and Budget Framework (WPBF). You will coordinate with other relevant departments and monitor the direction of exposure exchange agreements and work with operations team on programming, keeping in view applicable sovereign and nonsovereign exposure limit frameworks. You will work within a framework of broad policies, principles and goals, independently selecting work methods.

You will:

Lead the allocation and monitoring of technical assistance resources across departments, in keeping with ADB’s strategic directions and operational priorities.
Lead the monitoring of cost recovery TA, advising operations teams on relevant applications and guidelines.
Help develop TA modules in ADB’s internal SovOps systems, for their smooth application.
Lead dialogue with operations departments on country programming about exposure limits, coordinating with staff from other departments.
Support relevant departments, especially ORM and TD, in development of exposure exchange agreements.
Contribute substantively to the preparation of the Planning Directions and the Work Program and Budget Framework
Help prepare background materials for the Operations Review Meetings
Contribute substantively to the review and development of policies related to technical assistance and exposure limit frameworks.
Review operations documents such as TD’s quarterly reports.
Develop and communicate training programs related to country programming, with focus on exposure limits.
Participate in committees, working groups, and task forces assigned to SPD.
At the request of SPD management, lead the preparation of presentation and other materials for meetings and presentations in areas related to resource planning.
Review operations documents, such as country partnership strategies, concept papers, and reports and recommendation of the President.
Create and lead diverse teams and ensure quality of work.
Oversee the performance of reporting staff, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance and ensure the ongoing learning and development of reporting staff.

Qualifications

You will need:

Master’s degree or equivalent in Economics, Finance, Public Administration, or other related fields. Alternatively, a university degree in a related field and at least 5 years of specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
At least 12 years of relevant professional experience.
International experience working in several countries.
Track record in leading diverse teams/units.
Written and verbal proficiency in English
Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Staff Grade 3 (TI3).

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.