Head of the Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership
Job Vacancy | Tuesday, March 4, 2025
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- Reference Number 250201 Position Level M2 Department Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership Division Office of the Head, OMDP Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Tuesday, March 4, 2025 Closing Date Tuesday, March 18, 2025 11:59 p.m. (2359 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 is assigned to the Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership (OMDP). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the Vice-President, Market Solutions (VPMS) and will oversee Managerial and Technical Staff.
The position title on appointment is \"Head\".
Your Role
As the Head of the Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership (OMDP), you will lead the planning, operations, and administration to assist ADB's developing member countries (DMCs) in attracting greater private investment and fostering dynamic private-sector led growth across Asia and the Pacific. Your role will include overseeing the quality of work and ensuring the achievement of OMDP's goals. You will manage both external and internal relations, coordinate with partners, and lead knowledge management activities. Additionally, you will address market development advisory-related challenges with creative solutions, anticipate resource requirements, and allocate budgets and human resources. Furthermore, you will guide market development advisory specialists in the development, structuring, and delivery of advisory and project preparation services across multiple sectors and countries.
You will:
a. Leadership and Strategic Management
- Create a new PublicโPrivate Partnership Operational Plan towards 2030 and facilitate OMDP's long-term strategy
b. External Relations and Coordination
Oversee relationship management with governments, development partners such as other multilateral development banks (MDBs), civil society, and private sector entities within your responsibilities Facilitate business matching opportunities between public and private parties to explore and deliver advisory and project preparation servicesc. Internal Relations and Coordination
Integrate OMDP actions with Private Sector Development efforts by ADB regional departments and the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD) Oversee relationship management and coordination with the Executive Board, Senior Management and other departments Inform Senior Management of developments, latest opportunities and challenges, and provide recommendationsd. Department Operations Management
Facilitate coordination and cooperation with other ADB departments and teams Manage the budget, resource allocation and use for the OMDPe. Staff Supervision
Lead diverse teams Oversee the performance of OMDP staff by providing clear guidance, regular monitoring, and constructive feedback Mentor OMDP staff and support their learning and developmentf. Advisory and project preparation services
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 of relevant professional experience developing or financing infrastructure projects including PPP transactions. Experience structuring project finance transactions or providing TAS in several sectors and countries with actual negotiation and coordination among stakeholders. In-depth knowledge about advisory and project preparation services. Substantial due diligence capability for market development advisory Network with financial communities including other MDBs, bilateral agencies, investment/commercial banks and institutional investors. Network with PPP stakeholders such as governments, municipalities and state-owned enterprises in DMCs, and project sponsors, operators and EPC contractors. International experience working in several countries. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Managerial Staff grade M2.Benefits
ADB offers 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 benefitsAdditional Information
This Job Description may evolve with the implementation of organizational reforms. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept the possibility of such changes.
This is a fixed-term appointment for a managerial position, initially for a period of three (3) years, following para. 3.1(a) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional three years or allow it to expire. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including, but not limited to, ADB's medium- to long-term plans for the unit, the relevance of the staff's skills to those plans, and the staff's managerial and behavioral competencies. There is no limit on the number of renewals up to the Normal Retirement Date. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 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 our Strategy 2030.
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