(Senior/Principal) Education Specialist
Contribute to education strategies and oversee technical assistance projects.
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Overview
Contribute to education strategies and oversee technical assistance projects.
You have:
- Proven experience in directing education sector strategies in developing countries.
- Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in education or relevant field.
- Strong skills in project management and implementation in the public sector.
- Ability to engage with various stakeholders including government, development partners, and communities.
- Fluency in English is required; proficiency in additional languages spoken in Asia is an asset.
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/Principal) Education Specialist is assigned in the Human and Social Development Sector Office (SG-HSD) within the Sectors Group (SG). SG aims to deliver impactful sector strategy, initiatives, and integrated solutions that advance ADB’s strategic agenda in the region and with ADB’s clients. The SG, which is comprised of seven sector offices, delivers or supports sovereign, nonsovereign, and advisory operations; delivers knowledge services; supports regional departments (RDs) and resident missions (RMs) in engaging with developing member countries (DMCs); and ensures ADB’s technical leadership externally and internally.
SG-HSD leads policy dialogue, initiatives, and solutions in the human and social development sectors (education, health, social protection, and in broader social development initiatives). SG-HSD is responsible for (i) conceptualizing, processing, and administering lending, grant, and technical assistance (TA) operations; (ii) developing and delivering knowledge services and products to DMCs; and (iii) leading technical work on sector diagnostics and road maps, and contributing to business development efforts.
You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the designated Director, SG-HSD or Senior Director, SG-HSD, and will collaborate closely with colleagues from the RDs. You will oversee National Staff (NS) and Administrative Staff (AS).
Your Role
As a (Senior/Principal) Education Specialist, you will contribute to/lead/lead and oversee the formulation and articulation of policy and strategies in the education sector in the DMCs. You will also support/lead in identifying, developing, processing, implementing, and administering loans, grants, and TA projects, and provide relevant stakeholders with necessary technical support and knowledge for projects.
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.
· Paid leave (including parental)
· Medical and health benefits
· Life and other insurance plans
· Staff development
· Retirement plan
· Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
· Expatriate benefits (for international staff)
Additional Information
ADB will roll-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.
Multiple Positions Posting:
1) Multiple positions at various levels may be filled from this opening.
2) Actual position title and level will be based on your qualifications, experience and job scope that will be assigned to the selected candidates.
3) Location - Initial appointment to ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines. Some positions may be outposted or strategically assigned in a Field Office.
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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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 challenging project you managed and how you ensured its success? | This question assesses your problem-solving and project management skills in a complex environment. | Detail the project scope, your role, challenges faced, and the strategies you used to overcome them. |
| How do you engage with stakeholders to prioritize educational needs? | This question evaluates your communication and relationship-building skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What approaches do you employ to ensure the sustainability of education initiatives? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you illustrate your experience with policy development in the education sector? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time you led a team to implement a significant education program in a developing country. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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