Country Operations Head

Overview

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 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 its Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.

The position is assigned in the Azerbaijan Republic Resident Mission (AZRM) and will also cover Turkmenistan Resident Mission (TKRM) within the Central and West Asia Department (CWRD). CWRD is responsible for maintaining client relations and delivering ADB assistance to countries in the Central and West Asia region. AZRM and TKRM are responsible for country programming, portfolio and project management and administration, coordination with clients and development partners, external outreach, and information dissemination.

Job Purpose

The Country Operations Head will assist the Country Directors (CDs) in the sound management of operations in the assigned resident missions. The incumbent will coordinate country programming, business planning, quality assurance, and portfolio monitoring and organize the provision of operations services to project teams. The incumbent reports to the CD, AZRM and with a matrix reporting to CD, TKRM and Regional Head, Operations Coordination Unit of the Central and West Asia Department. The position will supervise International, National and Administrative staff.

Responsibilities

Country portfolio management and programming

Work planning

Capacity development

Qualifications

Relevant Experience & Requirements

General Considerations

The selected candidate, if new to ADB, is appointed for a term of 3 years.

ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. The actual appointment salary will be based on ADB’s standards and computation, considering the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.

ADB seeks 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.