(Senior) Operations Assistant

Provide operational and analytical support to ADB's ERDD teams.

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Overview

Provide operational and analytical support to ADB's ERDD teams.

You have:

  • Provide technical, operational, and analytical support to ERDD teams.
  • Collect and consolidate information for analytical purposes.
  • Assist in preparing presentation materials.
  • Manage daily operations of the teams.

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a difference 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

Three positions in the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI) will be filled from this advertisement and all will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to the designated International Staff and Officer (as applicable).

Your Role

As (Senior) Operations Assistant, you will provide technical, operational, and analytical support to two or more ERDD teams; collect and consolidate information for analytical purposes; assist in preparing presentation materials; prepare technical assistance (TA) concept notes and papers; implement technical assistance and manage daily operations of the teams, and coordinate Division's knowledge events and publications.

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Qualifications

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Benefits

ADB offers a rewarding salary 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 appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff's particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff's performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 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

Describe a time when you had to analyze data to make a recommendation. Understanding your analytical process is crucial for supporting project decisions. Discuss a specific situation, your approach to data analysis, and the outcome.
How do you prioritize tasks when supporting multiple teams? This assesses your organizational skills and ability to manage competing demands. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you prepared a presentation for stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to keep a team focused and motivated? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about your experience with technical assistance projects. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure quality output in your work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of how you handled a challenging situation in your work. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to remain informed about economic research relevant to ADB's work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 11 months ago - Source: adb.org