Associate Project Officer

Join ADB to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in Asia.

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Application deadline 11 months ago: Wednesday 11 Jun 2025 at 12:00 UTC

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Overview

Join ADB to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in Asia.

You have:

Open only to nationals and residents of India.
Provide diversified analytical, statistical and administrative support.

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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 Associate Project Officer is assigned to India Resident Mission (INRM) within the South Asia Department (SARD). You will be based at our India Resident Mission in New Delhi, India.

You will report to Designated International Staff and Senior Officer (as applicable).

Your Role

As an Associate Project Officer, you will provide diversified analytical, statistical and administrative support to the functions of portfolio management and project to the assigned sector.

You will:

Qualifications

You will need:

Additional Information

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

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. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may be renewed for a period of up to three years, or not renewed. There is no limit on the number of renewals. This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

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.

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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ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a project where you used your analytical skills to support decision-making?	The interviewer wants to assess your practical experience with analysis and decision support.	Provide a specific example highlighting your analytical approach and the impact on the project.
What strategies do you employ to ensure effective portfolio management?	This question evaluates your knowledge and methods in handling multiple projects.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle administrative tasks while managing project demands?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain a time you faced a challenge in project management and how you overcame it.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have in working with diverse teams across regions?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that your projects align with sustainable development goals?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Have you ever had to adapt a project plan on short notice? What did you do?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What do you think is most important when providing support to project functions?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.