Senior Operations Assistant
Provide administrative and secretarial support for the Private Sector Operations Department.
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Overview
Provide administrative and secretarial support for the Private Sector Operations Department.
You have:
- Strong administrative and secretarial services experience is required.
- Experience in event organization and management is a plus.
- Proficiency in database management practices is necessary.
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal) are essential.
- Ability to coordinate multiple activities and tasks effectively is required.
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 Operations Assistant is assigned to the Office of the Director General Division (OPSD) within the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the Deputy Director General.
Your Role As a Senior Operations Assistant, you will provide administrative and secretarial services for various activities of the Front Office of PSOD including coordinating knowledge dissemination activities, coordinating administrative activities and various activities relating to project processing and administration, database management, and other clerical functions. The incumbent will report to designated International Staff and Senior National Staff.
**You will:
Office Administration, Coordination, and Communications**
Calendar/Travel
Event Organization and Management
Others
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
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (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. It may be extended on an exceptional basis for a further fixed period at the option of ADB. 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 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.
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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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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to manage a complex schedule for a team? | This assesses your organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks under pressure. | Provide a specific example, outlining the steps you took to manage conflicting appointments. |
| How do you handle last-minute changes or unexpected issues in event planning? | This question is designed to evaluate your adaptability and problem-solving skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with maintaining databases and what software you have used. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure clear communication in a team environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you've coordinated multiple tasks across different teams? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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