Director

Lead macroeconomic research and oversee strategy at ADB.

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Overview

Lead macroeconomic research and oversee strategy at ADB.

You have:

  • Significant experience in macroeconomic research and analysis.
  • Proven leadership experience in managing teams.
  • Advanced degree in economics or related field.
  • Ability to design and implement strategic initiatives.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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 Director is assigned to the Macroeconomics Research Division (ERMR) 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 Director, you will lead the planning and execution of ERMR's vision, goals, strategies, and work plan to support overall ADB goals. You will lead in undertaking applied macroeconomic research, using models for assessing macroeconomic impacts and trends, and analyzing the factors affecting economic growth and development. You will collaborate with country teams, oversee the quality of work, and ensure the achievement of ERMR's goals.

You will:

Leadership and Strategic Management

External Relations and Coordination

Internal Relations

Division Operations Management

Staff Supervision

Qualifications

You will need:

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.

• Housing and education allowance (if applicable) • Expatriate benefits (if applicable) • Retirement plan • Medical and health benefits • Paid leave (including parental) • Life and other insurance plans • Staff development

Additional Information

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed-term appointment for a managerial position, initially for a period of 3 years or up to Staff’s Normal Retirement Date (NRD) whichever comes earlier, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for an additional fixed term period of up to 3 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. Notwithstanding the length of the initial or any subsequently renewed FT-M, the expiration date of any fixed-term appointment will not exceed the Staff’s NRD. There is no limit on the number of renewals up to Staff’s NRD. 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, 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.

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Potential interview questions

Describe a challenging macroeconomic project you have led. This assesses your experience and ability to handle complex projects. Detail the project objectives, your role, and the outcomes achieved.
How do you prioritize tasks in a leadership role? This evaluates your organizational skills and strategic thinking. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you influenced a policy decision? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to manage a diverse team? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain how you deal with conflicting interests in team management. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Discuss a time you used data to make an economic decision. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your vision for macroeconomic research in developing countries? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure quality standards in research output? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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