Principal Integrity Specialist
Lead integrity initiatives to promote sustainable development in Asia.
Overview
Lead integrity initiatives to promote sustainable development in Asia.
You have:
- Lead the integrity due diligence function within AIPD as part of OAI's second line of defense responsibility.
- Ensure the correct application of ADB's policies and procedures for integrity and reputational risks in ADB operations.
- Manage technical assistance programs addressing AML/CFT and tax integrity risks.
- Contribute to internal and external capacity building efforts.
- Supervise National Staff and Administrative Staff.
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 Principal Integrity Specialist is assigned to the Prevention and Compliance Division (AIPD) within the Office of Anticorruption and Integrity (OAI). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
OAI leads ADB's integrity initiatives and comprises the Office of the Head (AIOD), the Investigations Division (AIID) and the AIPD.
AIPD assists ADB in identifying, mitigating and managing integrity risk within ADB and associated with ADB projects, and assists with OAI's integrity promotion efforts. AIPD also conducts proactive integrity reviews and serves as ADB's focal point and independent advisor on money laundering and financing of terrorism, tax integrity and other integrity risks.
You will report to Director, AIPD and will oversee National Staff and Administrative Staff.
Your Role
As a Principal Integrity Specialist, you will lead the integrity due diligence (IDD) function within AIPD as part of OAI's second line of defense responsibility. You will help ensure the correct application of ADB's policies and procedures for identifying, mitigating and managing integrity and associated reputational risks in ADB Sovereign Operations (ASO), Nonsovereign Operations (NSO), and Institutional activities. You will also help ADB: (i) adhere to its tax integrity, and anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) policy and procedures; (ii) manage OAI's activities to address the risks of sanctions in ADB's operations; and (iii) manage the technical assistance programs with development member countries in the area of AML/CFT and tax integrity.
You will:
a. Lead the IDD Function
b. Contribute to Internal and External Capacity Building
c. Supervise Staff
d. Others
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.
Important Information
ADB will be rolling-out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept the possibility of such changes resulting from the new job grading structure.
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.
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Potential interview questions
| Describe a situation where you had to manage integrity risks in a project. | This question aims to assess your practical experience in dealing with integrity risks. | Provide a specific example emphasizing your role, actions taken, and the outcome. |
| How do you ensure compliance with anti-money laundering regulations during project execution? | The interviewer wants to know your understanding and approach towards AML compliance. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an experience where you built capacity in a team or organization? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to promote awareness of integrity risks among staff? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Discuss a time you had to enforce a policy that was unpopular or met resistance. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |