Senior Circular Economy Specialist

Support ADB operations in developing sustainable waste management projects

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Overview

Support ADB operations in developing sustainable waste management projects

You have:

  • Experience in waste management and pollution reduction
  • Ability to develop and implement projects
  • Strong understanding of climate change policies
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

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 Senior Circular Economy Specialist is assigned to the Climate Change, Resilience and Environment Cluster within the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD). CCSD leads thematic operations, knowledge innovation, and partnerships to position ADB as the region’s climate bank. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila.

You will report to Director, Environment and will oversee national and administrative staff.

Your Role

As a Senior Circular Economy Specialist, you will support ADB operations and sector and thematic groups to develop projects and supportive knowledge and capacity to reduce waste and pollution.

You will:

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.

· 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)

Additional Information

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of 3 years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 (“Recruitment and Appointment’). This

appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may be renewed for a period of up to three years, or not renewed. There is no limit on

the number of renewals. This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

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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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a project you led that focused on reducing waste? This question helps assess your direct experience with waste reduction projects. Provide details about the project scope, your role, and the outcomes achieved.
What strategies would you implement to engage stakeholders in a circular economy initiative? The interviewer is looking for your strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure that the projects you develop align with climate change policies? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you used data to influence a decision in a project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced in implementing a sustainable project and how did you overcome them? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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