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Job Vacancy | Monday, November 10, 2025
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- Reference Number 250890 Position Grade M1 Department East Asia Department Division Office of the Director General, EARD Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Monday, November 10, 2025 Closing Date Monday, November 24, 2025 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a difference in 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
Advisor is assigned to the Office of the Director General, East Asia Department (EAOD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.
You will report to the Director General and will oversee Technical International staff (TI) and Technical Local staff (TL).
Your Role
As an Advisor, you will provide support to DG, EARD in any of the five main areas: (i) overall planning, implementation and management of EARD's vision, goals, strategies, and work plan, (ii) knowledge management, (iii) relationship management, and (iv) department operations and resource management.
You will:
Strategic Planning and Management
- Support DG, EARD in establishing and cascading EARD's vision, goals, development strategies and key result areas in supporting ADB's goals and compliance with ADB policies.
Knowledge Management
Provide support on assigned knowledge activities, which may include assisting DG, EARD in strategic planning, managing and implementation of EARD's knowledge products and services (KPS) program and in ensuring the quality and operational relevance of such KPS.Relationship Management
Assist DG, EARD in relationship management, wide ranging policy dialogue and coordination with government, development partners, civil society, and private sector groups in developing member countries within the responsibilities. Provide support for relationship management and coordination with the Board, Senior Management and other ADB departments. Help inform Senior Management of developments, new opportunities and challenges, and in providing recommendations accordingly.Department Operations and Resource Management
Support DG, EARD in human resource management matters including performance management, handling of staff management issues, and diversity and inclusion targets. Help anticipate requirements for and managing the budget, resource allocation, and use for the department. Develops, in partnership with solutions departments and other relevant departments and offices, a regional decentralization plan that meets the region's business needs, and coordinates implementation efforts across departments. Support DG, EARD in managing EARD's regional management team. Manage EAOD staff and ensure the quality of the department's work. Provide mentoring to team and individuals and ensure their ongoing learning and development.Qualifications
You will need:
Master's degree, or equivalent, in one or more development-related disciplines or related fields; or University degree in one or more development-related disciplines or related fields, combined with at least 10 years specialized experience relevant to the position in similar organization/s, may be considered in lieu of a Master's degree. At least 15 years work experience in programming, several sectors, project processing and administration Management experiences (as applicable) International experience working in development in several countries Management and leadership qualities Written and verbal proficiency in English and local language (as applicable) Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for M1
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 (if applicable) Medical and health benefits Paid leave (including parental) Life and other insurance plans Staff development
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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