Senior Programs Assistant

Provide statistical, analytical, and administrative support for country programming.

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ADB South Asia Department

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Application deadline 11 months ago: Tuesday 10 Jun 2025 at 12:00 UTC

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Overview

Provide statistical, analytical, and administrative support for country programming.

You have:

Experience in statistical and analytical support for country programming.
Knowledge of database maintenance related to ADB operations.
Ability to provide administrative support for program operations.

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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

The position of Senior Programs Assistant is assigned in India Resident Mission (INRM) within the South Asia Department (SARD). You will be based at our India Resident Mission in New Delhi, India.

You will report to designated International Staff and Officer.

Your Role

As a Senior Programs Assistant, you will provide statistical, analytical and administrative support for country programming and economic and sector work, including assistance in maintaining a database relevant to ADB operations.

You will:

Qualifications

You will need:

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 opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and residents of India.

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (3) years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 ("Recruitment and Appointment'). This appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may be renewed for a period of up to three years, or not renewed. There is no limit on the number of renewals. This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

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.

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

Can you describe your experience with statistical analysis in a program support role?	This question assesses your practical skills and experience in statistical analysis relevant to the position.	Discuss specific statistical tools or software you have used and the impact your analysis had on program decisions.
How have you maintained databases in your previous roles?	The interviewer wants to evaluate your familiarity with database maintenance and management practices.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What administrative challenges have you faced in previous positions, and how did you overcome them?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to manage multiple tasks effectively?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a time you provided analytical support for a project?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay current with developments in economic and sector work relevant to ADB?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to collaborate with team members to achieve a goal.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you approach the integration of statistical data into policy recommendations?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.