Senior/Principal Health Specialist
Lead health policy formulation and project implementation.
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Overview
Lead health policy formulation and project implementation.
You have:
- Minimum qualifications in health policy or a related field.
- Significant experience in developing countries' health systems.
- Proven track record in managing health projects.
- Fluency in English, knowledge of other languages is a plus.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
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 Health 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, supports the delivery of 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 the Senior Director and will oversee national staff and administrative staff.
Your Role
As a Senior/Principal Health Specialist, you will lead/lead and oversee the formulation and articulation of policy and strategies in health in the DMCs. You will also 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
Multiple Posting Vacancy
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.
Please note that the actual level and salary will be based on qualifications of the selected candidate.
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 health project you led and its impact? | This question assesses your project management experience and impact. | Discuss the project's objectives, your role, and the outcomes achieved. |
| How do you approach stakeholder engagement in your projects? | The interviewer wants to know your strategies for working with diverse groups. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What are the key considerations for health policy in developing countries? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure sustainability in health programs? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of working in a multicultural team? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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