Senior Operations Assistant
Provide support for private equity fund investments across Asia.
Overview
Provide support for private equity fund investments across Asia.
You have:
- Experience in project support and administration.
- Knowledge of private sector investment processes.
- Demonstrated ability in disbursement management.
- Familiarity with project documentation preparation.
- Proven organizational and administrative skills.
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 Investment Funds and Special Initiatives Division (PSIS) within the Private Sector Operations Department. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to Director, PSIS 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 private equity fund investments throughout Asia and the Pacific. This will include providing assistance in the preparation of project documentation packages required for project approval. You will also be responsible for the administration process related to the private equity fund investments, including managing disbursements and performing integrity diligence,
You will:
a. Project Support
b. Disbursements, Distributions, Onboarding, Closing
c. Technical Assistance
d. Knowledge Products
e. Administrative and Planning Support
f. 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 a time when you successfully managed a project from start to finish? | The interviewer is looking for evidence of your project management skills and your ability to see a project through to completion. | Provide a clear overview of the project, your role, and the outcome. |
| What methods do you use to ensure timely disbursements in project finance? | This question assesses your knowledge of financial processes and management skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe how you handle conflicting priorities in an administrative role. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure compliance and integrity in investment processes? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What approaches do you take to support technical assistance in projects? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |