IT Specialist (IT Planning and Governance)
Join ADB as an IT Specialist focused on IT Planning and Governance to drive digital transformation.
Overview
Join ADB as an IT Specialist focused on IT Planning and Governance to drive digital transformation.
You have:
- Support the bank's digital transformation initiatives by ensuring alignment between ADB's corporate strategy and ITD's work plan and priorities.
- Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of IT governance and demand management processes.
- Coordinate and provide strategic support to the ADB Digital Committee and its subcommittees.
- Lead the development of ITD reports for the Board, Management, and other internal and external requests.
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 is assigned to the Information Technology Department (ITD). ITD supports ADB's mission by delivering secure, effective, and innovative information systems and technology solutions. The department partners with other departments across ADB to identify opportunities for using technology to enhance development impact through regional cooperation and integration.
You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. You will report to Advisor, ITD and will oversee Junior team members.
Your Role As IT Specialist (IT Planning and Governance), you will (i) support the bank's digital transformation initiatives by ensuring alignment between ADB's corporate strategy, and ITD's work plan and priorities; (ii) lead the implementation and continuous improvement of IT governance and demand management processes, working with budget, resource, procurement, project management teams and business stakeholders to ensure execution of IT investments; (iii) lead and coordination and strategic support to the ADB Digital Committee and its subcommittees; and (iv) lead the development of ITD reports for the Board, the Management, and other internal and external request
You will:
a) IT Planning and Digital Transformation Alignment
b) Business Engagement and Demand Management
c) Manage IT Governance and Management Reporting
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.
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
| Can you describe a time when you aligned IT strategies with a corporate business strategy? | This question assesses your ability to integrate IT planning with business goals. | Use a specific example that demonstrates your strategic thinking and ability to collaborate. |
| What processes have you implemented to improve IT governance in your previous roles? | This question checks your experience with IT governance frameworks. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle stakeholder engagement for IT projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with digital transformation initiatives. What role did you play? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a challenging demand management process you faced? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What metrics do you use to assess the success of IT governance? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a report you prepared for senior management. What was the outcome? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you foster collaboration between IT and business teams? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |