Senior Operations Assistant

Support processing of non-sovereign infrastructure projects through documentation preparation.

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Overview

Support processing of non-sovereign infrastructure projects through documentation preparation.

You have:

  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in operations support or project management.
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in finance, economics, business administration, or related fields.
  • Familiarity with financial modeling and analysis.
  • Strong communication skills in English.

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you looking to have 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 Private Sector Infrastructure Finance Division 1 (PSIF1) within the Private Sector Operations Department. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to the Director, PSIF1 and designated International Staff and senior National Staff.

Your Role

As a Senior Operations Assistant, you will provide support in the processing up to signing of non-sovereign infrastructure projects in Central and West Asia and South Asia. You will also assist in the preparation of project documentation packages required for project approval.

You will:

a. Project Support

b. Technical Assistance

c. Knowledge Products

d. Budget Preparation

e. System Requirements and Coordination

Qualifications

You will need:

Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Administrative Staff Level 5.

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.

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 our Strategy 2030.

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with project management within a multi-stakeholder environment? This assesses your teamwork skills and ability to manage complex projects. Provide a specific example of a project, the stakeholders involved, and your role in managing it.
How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple deadlines? Understanding your prioritization skills is key in a fast-paced environment. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ to ensure accuracy in project documentation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to present complex information to non-technical stakeholders. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback or critique on your work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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