Senior Private Sector Development Specialist
Lead efforts to enhance private sector development in South Asia.
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Overview
Lead efforts to enhance private sector development in South Asia.
You have:
- Extensive experience in private sector development and public-private partnerships.
- Relevant degree in economics, business administration, finance or similar field.
- Experience in investment climate assessments.
- Ability to lead and supervise a team effectively.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
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 Private Sector Development Specialist is assigned to the Office of the Director General (SAOD) within the South Asia Department (SARD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and may be assigned in one of SARD's resident missions.
You will report to the Regional Head, Private Sector Development of the South Asia Department and will oversee junior team members.
Your Role
The Senior Private Sector Development (PSD) Specialist will lead SARD's efforts to accelerate private sector development including public-private partnerships (PPP) through all modalities of ADB assistance including sovereign financing, non-sovereign financing and advisory operations. You will be involved in (i) the development of country partnership strategies and project pipeline with PSD components for sovereign operations, (ii) the conceptualization, screening and identification of opportunities for supporting private sector led growth and private sector participation (including public-private partnerships) in ADB's assistance program, (iii) the support to ADB's PSD operations including PSD-related capacity building, creating enabling environment for the private sector, project preparation and transaction advisory services, and non-sovereign financing, (iv) the upstream works of creating long-term value and bankable projects for ADB's advisory and non-sovereign operations including providing private sector feedback for policy reforms supported by ADB's sovereign operations, (v) the support to ADB's knowledge services from the perspective of investment climate, private sector development, and public-private partnerships, and (vi) the development and management of relationship with existing and potential clients in the public and private sector.
You will:
a. Strategy and Planning
b. Business Development
c. Investment and Operation
d. External Relations and Coordination
e. Knowledge Services
f. Staff Supervision and Team Building
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.
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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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a successful public-private partnership you have managed? | This question seeks to understand your practical experience with partnerships that drive growth. | Detail a specific project, your role, the challenges faced, and the outcomes achieved. |
| How do you approach developing strategies for private sector involvement in projects? | The interviewer wants insight into your strategic thinking and planning skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you believe are the key factors for successful business development in emerging markets? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to overcome resistance to an investment initiative. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure that projects remain sustainable and impactful over the long term? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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