Digital Development Specialist

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of 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. After the initial fixed period, ADB has the option to renew the appointment for up to three years or allow it to expire. This decision is based on ADB’s overall interest in retaining the skills and experience of the staff for a medium-term work program within the respective group, department, or office, while considering the availability of funding sources.

Important Notice:

1. Two positions will be filled from this vacancy announcement.

2. Actual position title and level will be based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience and job scope that will be assigned to the selected candidates.

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 Digital Technology for Development Division (CCDT) within the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD). CCSD provides leadership, innovation, and knowledge sharing for ADB’s sector and thematic work. CCDT provides strategic operational support, enhance knowledge, facilitate talent management for digital technology, and carry out specific digital technology-related tasks. CCDT will lead the efforts in further mainstreaming digital technology in ADB operations.

This position has been created as part of the Workforce Rebalancing Framework, which is a multiyear initiative (2022-2027) aimed at increasing in-house expertise in key operational areas that was previously sourced from consultants through ADB’s technical assistance. The goal is to strengthen in-house expertise to enhance the quality of ADB’s policy dialogue, operations, and knowledge solutions delivery by collaborating closely with DMC clients. Expected candidates are seasoned experts with strong field experience who can lead policy dialogue and project work with emphasis on providing knowledge solutions.

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Job Purpose

The Digital Development Specialist will lead the identification, development, approval, and implementation of digital development projects, which can include technical assistants, sovereign and non-sovereign project, and policy-based loans in a variety of sectors and themes.

As digital technologies become more mainstreamed into ADB operations, it will be also important to enhance digital development capacity of DMCs more effectively. The Digital Development Specialist will work closely with cross-functional organizations to identify opportunities for digital transformation, develop strategies, and implement digital technology solutions in ADB operations.

The following digital technology categories are considered to be high priority for ADB’s operational capabilities and for ADB’s developing member countries to support effective development outcomes: Digital Connectivity, Digital Public Infrastructure, Digital Risks, Cybersecurity, eGovernment, Digital Economy, and Technology Development Ecosystems.

The Digital Development Specialist will contribute to the development of policies and strategies of country programs and monitor the development impact of the portfolio and ensure key issues are considered and proper risk management is applied. The Digital Development Specialist will report to Director, Digital Technology for Development and will supervise national and administrative staff.

Responsibilities

a. Project Development and Processing

b. External Liaison and knowledge Sharing

c. Strategy, Policy and Project Evaluation

d. Staff Supervision

e. Others

• Provides inputs to reports, briefing materials, and presentations for internal and external audiences.

• Coordinates, supports and/or handles ad hoc assignments as assigned.

Qualifications

Relevant Experience & Requirements

General Considerations

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

ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual appointment salary will be based on ADB’s standards and computation, taking into account 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. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

Please note that the actual level and salary will be based on qualifications of the selected candidate.