Investment Specialist
Lead investment and portfolio management for sustainable development in Asia.
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Overview
Lead investment and portfolio management for sustainable development in Asia.
You have:
- 10+ years of experience in investment management or related fields.
- Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Expertise in equity investing and portfolio management.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with various stakeholders.
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you looking to have 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 Investment Specialist is assigned to the Equity Investment Unit in the Office of the Director General (OPSD-EIU) within the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines, and may be assigned in one of ADB's Resident Missions.
You will report to Advisor, PSOD and Unit Head, OPSD-EIU, and will oversee Junior team members.
Your Role
As an Investment Specialist, you will lead the Deal Team and will contribute to the build-out and development of a "best in class" equity asset and portfolio management function.
You will:
a. Origination and Processing
b. Portfolio Management
c. Strategy and Planning
d. Knowledge Center for Governance, Risk Advisory, and Development Impact
e. External Liaison and Knowledge Sharing
f. Staff Management
Qualifications
You will need:
Benefits
ADB offers 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 position is crucial to the Workforce Rebalancing Framework (2022-2027), a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing ADB's in-house expertise previously sourced from the external workforce. The role seeks seasoned experts with substantial field experience capable of leading policy dialogue, and projects focused on delivering knowledge solutions. Successful candidates may occasionally undertake short-term assignments in other groups or departments when required.
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (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. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may be renewed for a period of up to three years, or not renewed. There is no limit on the number of renewals. This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
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 our Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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ADB wants 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.
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully managed a team to achieve a challenging goal? | This question assesses your leadership and team management capabilities. | Share a specific instance, focusing on your role and the outcome. |
| How do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced investment environment? | This question evaluates your time management and decision-making approach. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to manage risk in investment portfolios? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to negotiate with a difficult stakeholder. How did you handle it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What innovations have you implemented in your previous roles to enhance investment processes? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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