Principal Investment Specialist
Lead the origination and management of corporate finance projects in the private sector.
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Overview
Lead the origination and management of corporate finance projects in the private sector.
You have:
- Experience in project finance in a range of industry sectors including energy, water, and transportation.
- Strong understanding of risk management principles relevant to private sector projects.
- Ability to lead and supervise staff effectively.
- Expertise in national and international finance practices.
- Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of an Asian language is an advantage.
Overview 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.
ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.
The position is assigned in the Infrastructure Finance 2 Division (PSIF2) within the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD). PSOD provides investment capital to private sector entrepreneurs, corporates, and project sponsors, as well as financial intermediaries, such as banks, throughout developing Asia. It catalyzes, structures, and funds investments in privately held and state-sponsored companies across a wide range of industry sectors.
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Job Purpose
The Principal Investment Specialist will lead the origination, development, due diligence, approval and implementation of private sector corporate and project finance loans, which can include developmental and commercially sustainable projects in sectors such as energy (solar, wind, hydro, waste-to-energy and geothermal power generation, transmission and distribution, and utilities), water and waste (water supply, distribution, wastewater treatment, solid waste management), transport (electric mobility, and transport services), telecommunications, manufacturing and decarbonization of industry, primarily in East Asia. The Principal Investment Specialist will contribute to the development of policies and strategies of country programs and monitor the development impact of the portfolio and ensure key issues are considered and proper risk management is applied. The Principal Investment Specialist will report to Director, PSIF2 and will supervise national and administrative staff.
Responsibilities a. Project Development and Processing
b. External Liaison and knowledge Sharing
c. Strategy, Policy and Project Evaluation
d. Staff Supervision
Qualifications
Relevant Experience & Requirements
General Considerations The selected candidate, if new to ADB, is appointed for an initial term of 3 years.
ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual appointment salary will be based on ADB’s standards and computation, taking into account the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.
ADB seeks 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.
Please note that the actual level and salary will be based on qualifications of the selected candidate.
Potential interview questions
| Can you provide an example of a successful project you led from initiation to completion? | This assesses your project management skills and ability to drive results. | Highlight a specific project, your role, challenges faced, and the results achieved. |
| How do you approach risk management in financial projects? | The interviewer wants to understand your risk assessment strategies. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time you had to manage a team under pressure. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure alignment with organizational goals when developing financial strategies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you consider when evaluating the social impact of a financial project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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