Transport Specialist
Contribute to transport sector policies and projects for sustainable development
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Overview
Contribute to transport sector policies and projects for sustainable development
You have:
- Experience in transport sector projects and policies.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, transportation planning, or related field.
- Strong analytical and project management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Knowledge of sustainable development principles and their application in the transport sector.
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 Transport Specialist is assigned to the Transport Sector Office within the Sectors Group. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the Director, Transport Sector and will oversee national staff and administrative staff.
Your Role
As a Transport Specialist, you will contribute to the articulation and implementation of policies and strategies for the transport sector in developing member countries (DMCs). You will process and administer transport sector assistance projects, technical assistance (TA), and non-lending products and services (NLPS) to support sustainable and efficient transportation initiatives. You will ensure proper project identification, preparation, appraisal, documentation, and compliance with ADB's policies, operations manuals, project administration instructions, and assistance-related documentations during the development and implementation of loans, TA, and NLPS for the transport projects. You will work closely with internal teams and resource departments, and externally with clients and supervise critical tasks, as may be assigned from time-to-time.
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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 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 project where you implemented transport-related policies? | This tests your hands-on experience and understanding of transport policies. | Be specific about the project, your role, and its impact. |
| How do you ensure compliance with organizational policies in projects? | This checks for your knowledge of compliance requirements. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your approach to stakeholder engagement in transport projects. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in past transport projects and how did you overcome them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you measure the success of a transport project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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