Associate Finance and Administration Coordinator

Support general office administration and logistical coordination.

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Overview

Support general office administration and logistical coordination.

You have:

  • Open only to nationals and residents of Lao PDR.
  • Fixed term appointment with an initial period of three years.
  • Ability to coordinate logistical requirements.

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you looking to have 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 of Associate Finance and Administration Coordinator is assigned to the Lao Resident Mission (LRM) within the Southeast Asia Department (SERD). You will be based at our Resident Mission Office in Vientiane, Lao PDR.

You will report to designated International Staff and senior National Staff.

Your Role

As an Associate Finance and Administration Coordinator, you will provide support in the areas of general office administration, coordinate logistical requirements, and oversee administrative activities as may be directed by the supervisor.

You will:

Qualifications

You will need:

Benefits

ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

This opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and residents of Lao PDR.

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (3) years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 ("Recruitment and Appointment'). This appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. It may be extended on an exceptional basis for a further fixed period at the option of ADB. This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

If you are selected as an external candidate, the appointment may be extended for a period of up to 3 years per extension, or not renewed. In case of extension, staff may continue in the position for another term of up to 3 years.

At the end of the initial period, ADB, as its discretion may: (a) renew a fixed term appointment or assignment, (b) not renew a fixed term appointment.

ADB will be rolling-out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept the possibility of such changes resulting from the new job grading structure.

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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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you effectively managed a logistical challenge? This question assesses your problem-solving and organizational skills. Provide a specific example demonstrating your ability to handle logistics under pressure.
How do you prioritize tasks in a busy office environment? This question evaluates your time management and prioritization skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to ensure smooth office administration? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of handling a difficult team member? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have with budgeting in an administrative role? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: adb.org