Safeguards Specialist

Overview

Implement safeguards policies focusing on gender for ADB projects.

You have:

• Experience in implementing safeguard policies and procedures, particularly in relation to gender.
• Minimum of a Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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 is assigned in the Office of Safeguards (OSFG). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

OSFG was established to implement and monitor ADB's safeguards policy and procedures. It supports ADB management, operational departments, and parties, including borrowers/clients in delivering development solutions in compliance with ADB's safeguards policy. The Office of Safeguards has four teams: (i) Policy and Technical Services, (ii) Regional Operations Services 1, (iii) Regional Operations Services 2, and (iv) Private Sector/Pacific Operations Services.

You will report to the Director and will supervise junior team members.

Your Role

As a Safeguards Specialist, you will help implement ADB's environment and social safeguards policy and requirements with a specific focus on gender. You will provide advice and support to ADB operations on the risks and mitigation measures to address gender-related risks in ADB financed projects and support with the development of ADB staff skills and the capacity of ADB developing member countries and clients.

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Qualifications

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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 its Strategy 2030.

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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.

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