Deputy Chief Economist

Lead economic research and manage strategic initiatives at ADB

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Overview

Lead economic research and manage strategic initiatives at ADB

You have:

  • Experience in a leadership role in economic research and management.
  • Advanced degree in economics, finance, or a related field.
  • Proven ability to provide high-level policy advice to senior management.
  • Strong knowledge of sustainable development and poverty alleviation strategies.
  • Experience working in an international development context, especially in Asia.

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 of Deputy Chief Economist is assigned to the Office of the Chief Economist and Director General (EROD) in the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to the Chief Economist and Director General, ERDI and will oversee assigned International and Local Staff.

Your Role

As Deputy Chief Economist, you will provide support to the Chief Economist and Director General in the implementation, and management of the Department's vision, goals, strategies, and work plans to support overall ADB goals. You will provide high-level policy advice and management support to the Chief Economist and Director General in carrying out the department's work program. You will manage development research; oversee the quality of research outputs; report to Senior Management and the Board on the latest economic developments, opportunities, and challenges in the Asian and Pacific region; and ensure achievement of department knowledge production and other goals. You will work within a broad concept and framework and contribute to the setting of the department's directions and strategy.

You will:

Leadership and Strategic Management

Flagship Publications and Development Research

Knowledge Management and External Partnership

Staff Management

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 is a fixed-term appointment for a managerial position, initially for a period of three (3) years, in accordance with 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 organizational 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 its Strategy 2030.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you led a team to manage a complex economic research project? This assesses your leadership experience and ability to handle complex projects. Discuss the project, your role, and the outcomes achieved.
What strategies would you implement to ensure effective knowledge management in the department? The interviewer wants to know your approach to organizational knowledge sharing. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay informed about the latest economic trends and research? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience in developing partnerships that further economic development goals. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of when you had to provide policy recommendations based on research findings? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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