Principal Country Specialist

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 Principal Country Specialist is assigned to the Singapore Office (SGO) within the Southeast Asia Department (SERD). You will be based at our Singapore office.

You will report to the Regional Director, SGO, and will supervise National and Administrative Staff.

This is open to internal and external applicants.

If you are an internal candidate and selected for the position, your assignment to SGO will be immediate unless it involves a change in staff category. If you are a selected external candidate or new IS, you will initially be based in ADB Headquarters in Manila for 1 year before moving to SGO.

Your Role As Principal Country Specialist, you will support the Regional Director, SGO in the strengthening of the SGO as a OneADB office geared toward enhancing ADB’s engagement with Singaporean counterparts in the public sector (government, state enterprises, academia and think tanks) with a view to leverage Singapore’s cutting-edge ecosystem around climate change, innovative finance, and digital technology leadership, while maintaining a focus on catalyzing private sector investment from Singapore-based entities into ADB’s developing member countries.

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Qualifications

You will need: · Master's Degree or equivalent, in Economics and/or other areas such as Development. Alternatively, University degree in Economics and/or other areas such as Development or related fields and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.

· At least 12 years of relevant professional experience in economics and/or development planning and policy formulation, implementation, and coordination.

· Familiarity with ADB's policies and procedures.

· Proven leadership capabilities

· Able to mentor team members, providing guidance and advice on project or technical-related matters

· Able to coach team members to develop their capabilities/potential.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

· International experience working in development in several countries.

· Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for International Staff Level 6.

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.

· Paid leave (including parental)

· Medical and health benefits

· Life and other insurance plans

· Staff development

· Retirement plan

· Housing and education allowance (if applicable)

· Expatriate benefits (for international staff)

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.

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