Director, Digital Technology for Development

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 Director, Digital Technology for Development is assigned to the Digital Technology for Development Division (CCDT) within the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report directly to Director General, CCSD with matrix reporting to the Director General, Information Technology Department (ITD) as technical supervisor. You will oversee international, national, and administrative staff, and work with digital specialists in ITD, the Sectors Group, and other Departments.

Your Role

As a Director, Digital Technology for Development, you will provide strategic advice, guidance, and knowledge expertise to promote digital technologies in Asia and the Pacific, and serve as a leading figure to shape the Bank’s digital technology strategies. The selected candidate will collaborate closely with ADB’s departments to mainstream digital technologies in ADB core business operations.

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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 or assignment for senior staff, for a period of 3years. This opening is open to internal and external applicants.

If you are selected as an external candidate, the appointment may be extended for a period of up to 3 years per extension, or not renewed. In case of extension, staff may continue in the position for another term of up to 3 years.

At the end of the initial period, ADB, as its discretion may: (a) renew a fixed term appointment or assignment, (b) not renew a fixed term appointment

Fixed-term appointments or assignments for senior staff are subject to terms and conditions determined by ADB as indicated in all relevant policies.

About Us

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.

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