Operations Officer
Support regional operations and manage development priorities effectively.
Overview
Support regional operations and manage development priorities effectively.
You have:
- Experience in operational planning and implementation in development context.
- Knowledge of poverty alleviation and sustainable development principles.
- Capability of providing advisory services to clients.
- Understanding of regional operational programming and resource allocations.
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 Operations Officer is assigned to the Operations Coordination Unit (CWOC) within the Central and West Asia Department (CWRD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to designated international staff and senior officer.
Your Role
As an Operations Officer, you will support CWOC in providing approvals, concurrences and advisory services to internal and external clients about regional portfolio management, regional operational programming, resource allocations, business planning, and operational alignment to country/regional priorities.
You will:
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.
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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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with operational planning in a development context? | This question assesses your relevant experience in operational management. | Discuss specific projects or roles where you have implemented operational plans. |
| How have you contributed to sustainable development initiatives in the past? | The interviewer wants to gauge your commitment and experience in sustainable development. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What approaches do you use to manage resource allocations effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle competing priorities from different stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you employ to ensure effective advisory services to clients? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |