Investment Specialist – TI1

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 Investment Specialist is assigned to the Infrastructure Finance Division 2 (PSIF2) within the Private Sector Operations Department. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila and may be assigned to one of ADB’s Resident Missions.

You will report to Director, PSIF2 and will oversee Local Staff

Your Role

As an Investment Specialist, you will support the origination of private sector corporate and project finance loans and equity investments. You will also contribute to the development of country partnership strategy and monitor the development impact of the portfolio and ensure issues are considered and proper risk management is applied.

You will:

a. Project Development and Processing

• Support in the origination of a pipeline of private sector infrastructure finance projects and screens investment opportunities in East Asia and the Philippines through client outreach, marketing, and deal screening.
• Undertake and manage the necessary due diligence, financial modeling, risk analysis and mitigation in the structuring of loans, equity investments, technical assistance, co-financing or other forms of ADB assistance.
• Support and lead the internal approval process including interface with credit, safeguards, integrity, legal, other teams, management, and the Board.
• With the support of internal and external counsel, ensure that appropriate legal documentation is concluded following approvals and that financial close (i.e., first disbursement) is achieved.
• Lead and undertake the implementation and hand-over of administration of private sector infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with required guidelines, agreed covenants, and reporting requirements up to financing effectiveness.

b. External Liaison

• Facilitate active relationships with commercial lenders and other financial partners in the region and beyond and with developers, investors and governments.
• Assess and structure transactions to maximize the potential for commercial co-financing and catalyzing of additional sources of capital.
• Participate in and contribute substantially to relevant learning events and other activities for advocacy, dissemination, and knowledge building.
• Maintain and share knowledge of emerging best practices across a range of key themes and sectors with climate relevance.

c. Country Partnership Strategy and Project Evaluation

• Provide strategic inputs and comments on country partnership strategy and other papers related to private sector operations and development across key themes and sectors
• Draft and review policy and other papers related to private sector development and operations.
• Participate in-country teams for planning and programming purposes, with respect to private sector development and operations and sector priorities.

d. Staff Supervision

• Lead reporting staff by giving clear direction, regular monitoring and provision of feedback, supervising performance and supporting learning and development.

Qualifications

You will need:

• A University degree in business administration, finance, or related fields, preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent.
• At least 6 years work experience preferably in private sector finance, including hands-on experience processing investments for infrastructure projects, analyzing credit risks, structuring transactions, syndicating financing and other related commercial banking activities.
• Experience working in at least one of the following sectors: power, environmental infrastructure, water and wastewater, transport, and decarbonization of industries.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Chinese.
• International experience working in development in East Asia or Southeast Asia.

Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Staff Grade 1

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)

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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