Senior/Principal Planning and Policy Specialist
Lead strategies and policies to foster sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Overview
Lead strategies and policies to foster sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
You have:
- Significant experience in strategy and policy development.
- Expertise in operations coordination and monitoring activities.
- Ability to align work with broad policies and principles.
- Experience managing or supervising staff.
- Understanding of development finance institutions.
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/Principal Planning and Policy Specialist is assigned to the Strategy, Policy and Business Process Division (SPBP) within the Strategy, Policy, and Partnerships Department (SPD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the Director, SPBP, and will supervise National Staff and Administrative Staff.
Your Role
As a Senior/Principal Planning and Policy Specialist, you will lead efforts on: (i) strategy and policy development, coordination and dissemination; (ii) operations coordination and monitoring activities to foster alignment of operations with medium to long term directions and strategies; (iii) efficient applications of ADB policies and procedures and update of the operations manual; (iv) aligning ADB work with broad policies, principles and goals.
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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.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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ADB wants 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
| Describe a time when you had to develop a policy under tight deadlines. What was your approach? | This question assesses your ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively. | Discuss your time management strategies and the steps you took to ensure quality outcomes. |
| Can you give an example of how you aligned a project with organizational goals? What challenges did you face? | The interviewer wants to explore your strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you engage stakeholders when formulating a policy? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a successful strategy you implemented. What made it successful? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of a policy? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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