Senior Private Sector Development Officer
Job Vacancy | Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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- Reference Number 260032 Position Grade TL6 Department Southeast Asia Department Division Office of the Director General, SERD Location Viet Nam Resident Mission Date Posted Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Closing Date Wednesday, February 4, 2026 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
The position of Senior Private Sector Development Officer is assigned to the Office of the Director General (SEOD) within the Southeast Asia Department (SERD). You will be based at our Resident Mission Office in Ha Noi.
You will report to the Principal Private Sector Development Specialist, with matrix reporting to VRM Country Operations Head, and will oversee junior team members.
Your Role
As a Senior Private Sector Development Officer, you will provide in-depth operational and technical support to the resident mission, Private Sector Development (PSD) unit, Sectors Department, the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD), and colleagues across departments including the Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership (OMDP). Your work will focus on advancing private sector development, including mobilizing private capital, facilitating Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), supporting State Owned Enterprises and regulatory reform, promoting Small-Medium Enterprise development and ease of doing business.
You will:
- Contribute towards enhancing the PSD dialogue and engagement in Viet Nam.
Qualifications
You will need:
Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, accounting, or equivalent is required. A master's degree or equivalent is preferred. Certified Public-Private Partnerships Professional accreditation and passing any levels of the CFA are advantages. At least 8 years of relevant professional experience with at least 1 year devoted to PPPs, private sector development, procurement, or commercial or investment banking, and at least 4 years of supervisory experience. Proficiency in written and verbal skills in both English and the local language. Proven capacity to collaborate effectively with diverse groups. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for technical local staff Level 6.
Benefits
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) Relocation (if applicable) Retirement plan Medical and health benefits Paid leave (including parental) Life and other insurance plans Staff development
Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and permanent residents of Viet Nam.
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with 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 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff's particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff's performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. 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, 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.
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