Country Operations Head
Job Vacancy | Tuesday, July 29, 2025
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- Reference Number 250613 Position Level TI3 Department Central and West Asia Department Division Pakistan Resident Mission Location Pakistan Resident Mission Date Posted Tuesday, July 29, 2025 Closing Date Tuesday, August 12, 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 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 Country Operations Head is assigned to the Pakistan Resident Mission (PRM) within the Central and West Asia Department. You will be based at our Resident Mission Office in Islamabad, Pakistan.
You will report to Country Director (CD), PRM with a matrix reporting to Deputy Country Director (DCD) and the Regional Head, Operations Coordination (ROC) of the Central and West Asia Department and will oversee junior team members.
Your Role
As the Country Operations Head, you will: (i) assist the country director and the deputy country director in the sound management of ADB operations and engagement in Pakistan, (ii) coordinate country programming, business planning, quality assurance, and portfolio management, and (iii) provide operational services to project teams.
You will do:
Country Portfolio Management and Programming
- Lead the country portfolio performance review and management. Responsible for monitoring and reporting on sovereign and non-sovereign operations (programming, pipeline, and portfolio management) to achieve country results. Provide guidance on PRM-related operational issues and compliance with ADB policies.
Work Planning
Support CD, DCD and the country management team in preparation of PRM's work plan and alignment with regional department KPIs, and set standard operating procedures for effective functioning. Organize and advise on the provision of operational services (e.g., safeguards, procurement, financial management) and thematic services (e.g., climate change, gender), to ensure adequate support to project teams delivering operations in the country.Capacity Development
Provide operational capacity development to staff and external clients on both sovereign and non-sovereign operations management, manage the performance of teams and individuals, and provide coaching and mentoring, and undertake other activities as designated by CD, DCD and ROC. Coordinate with ROC and Regional Head, PSD.
Qualifications
You will need:
Master's Degree or equivalent, in engineering, project management, finance, economics, business administration or related fields. University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered At least 12 years relevant professional experiences; including at least 6 years operational experience in ADB or similar development institutions. Experience in the procurement and administration of works, goods contracts, and consulting service contracts. International experience working in development in several countries. Ability for solving difficult implementation problems, supervising complex project review missions, and supporting loan processing. Familiarity with country programming Experience in the procurement and administration of large works and goods contracts. Demonstrated experience in liaison with government officials, non-government agencies, technical specialists, and staff from development partners. Great team player, client oriented, and collaborative. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for 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.
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 developmentAdditional 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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