Procurement and Financial Management Officer

Assist in procurement and financial management under ADB's guidelines in Solomon Islands.

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Application deadline 10 months ago: Friday 29 Aug 2025 at 12:00 UTC

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Overview

Assist in procurement and financial management under ADB's guidelines in Solomon Islands.

You have:

Proven experience in procurement and financial management, with a strong understanding of the ADB's processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address procurement and financial performance issues effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders and teams.
Understanding of ADB's policies and procedures related to procurement and financial management.

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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 Procurement Division (PFP) within the Procurement, Portfolio and Financial Management Department (PPFD) based at our Country Office in Honiara, Solomon Islands. PPFD's responsibilities include project-related financial management, consultant recruitment, Executing Agency procurement reviews, project implementation, portfolio management and project performance management. In addition, our teams are involved in several initiatives improving ADB's performance with respect to procurement and financial management planning, project implementation, oversight and capacity development.

You will report to a Procurement Specialist, with a secondary reporting line to a Financial Management Specialist/Country Focal for Solomon Islands, and a matrix reporting line to the Country Director, Solomon Islands.

Your Role

As a Procurement and Financial Management Officer, you will work with other members of PPFD based in Sydney, Australia, Suva, Fiji, and at ADB Headquarters in Manila while engaging with Executing and Implementing agencies (EAs/IAs) of the Borrower, engaged consultants, and other partners on all procurement- and financial management-related aspects of ADB's portfolio in Solomon Islands and other assigned locations. You will support the successful formulation, processing, administration and monitoring of ADB-financed loan, grant, and technical assistance (TA) projects.

You will

Under the supervision of the assigned PPFD specialists, act in the role of ADB's subject matter expert for procurement and financial management at the ADB country office in Solomon Islands for the following non-exhaustive list of tasks and activities:

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, considering your qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

This is a re-advertisement. If you have previously applied, you do not need to resubmit an application. Applications received in response to previous posting will be considered together with applications received in response to this advertisement.

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and permanent residents of Solomon Islands.

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff's particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff's performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.

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 your experience with procurement processes in international development?	This question aims to understand your background and familiarity with procurement in a relevant context.	Highlight specific projects you've worked on, the role you played, and the outcomes achieved.
How do you handle financial management issues in project execution?	The interviewer wants to evaluate your problem-solving abilities in practical scenarios.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you share an example of how you've worked with a diverse team to achieve a project goal?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for effective stakeholder engagement in procurement initiatives?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you faced a significant challenge in project management. How did you overcome it?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure compliance with financial regulations in your projects?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What role does data analysis play in your procurement and financial management practices?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you keep yourself updated with the latest trends in financial management and procurement?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.