Senior Finance and Administration Assistant
Support the financial and administrative operations of the resident mission.
Overview
Support the financial and administrative operations of the resident mission.
You have:
- Assist in general office administration and logistics management.
- Manage financial operations and reports for the office.
- Assist in personnel management for the team.
- Engage in facilities management and office logistics.
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 Finance and Administration Assistant is assigned to the Bangladesh Resident Mission (BRM) within the South Asia Department (SARD). You will be based at our Resident Mission Office in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
You will report to Deputy Country Director (DCD), BRM.
Your Role
As a Senior Finance and Administration Assistant, you will contribute to the operation of the resident mission (RM) by assisting in general office administration, logistics, facilities management and financial management and control, reporting and assistance including personnel management, and follow-up to the functions of the finance and administration unit. You will report to DCD and senior national staff (NS).
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.
Additional 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.
This opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and residents of Bangladesh.
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three 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.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to manage financial records? | This question assesses your experience with financial management. | Provide a specific example that highlights your attention to detail and organizational skills. |
| How do you prioritize tasks in a busy office environment? | This question evaluates your organizational and multitasking abilities. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenge you faced in a previous role and how you overcame it. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to improve office administration processes? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |