IT Specialist (Technical Product Management) – IS3  

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 IT Specialist (Technical Product Management) is assigned to the Digital for Development Operations Division (ITOP) within the Information Technology Department (ITD). ITD supports ADB’s mission by delivering secure, effective, and innovative information systems and technology solutions. The department partners with business units across ADB to identify opportunities for using technology to enhance development impact through regional cooperation and integration.

ITOP provides digital solutions that meet business needs by delivering and supporting software application/data/business process management service products. It also drives information consistency and efficiency of product delivery. The division provides digital solutions to support development operations, regional departments, resident missions, sectors and thematic knowledge management and market solution innovation.

You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and will report to Director, ITOP.

Your Role

As IT Specialist (Technical Product Management), you will play a critical role in the strategic refresh of the product procurement system. You will drive collaboration, implement important project milestones, and identify and improve processes to enhance system efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction. You will oversee the design, delivery, and implementation of product functionalities, ensuring alignment with both technical and functional requirements and adherence to stakeholder expectations.

You will serve as a bridge across three core disciplinesUser Experience (UX), Technology, and Businessfacilitating effective communication and integration among teams. You will also perform Scrum Master or Project Manager responsibilities, as needed, overseeing the configuration and alignment of each product component to meet the defined scope of work. Additionally, you will lead the decommissioning of the legacy platform in tandem with the commissioning of the new product, ensuring a seamless transition and launch.

You will collaborate with ITD teams, product managers, business users, business analysts, project leaders, and other key stakeholders to ensure that product scope and business requirements are consistently met. You will also manage a team comprising Business Analysts, Project Managers, and PMO Administrators to support the successful execution of project goals.

You will:

• Responsible for the procurement systems lifecycle – i.e., cradle to the grave from sourcing, contract, supplier risk management, supplier performance, etc. that is integrated to several legacy downstream ERP systems, payment disbursements, contract awarding, etc.
• Lead Agile product development cycles, defining and prioritizing user stories, features, and acceptance criteria.
• Prioritize what to build and launch and prioritize product features, enhancements, and bug fixes, balancing business value with technical feasibility.
• Facilitate clear communication between all stakeholders, and committee members to ensure alignment of product vision, requirements, and progress.
• Conduct market analysis and engage with end-users to gather feedback, identify opportunities for product enhancements, promote innovation, identify pain points, and drive continuous product improvement.
• Plan and coordinate product releases, working with teams to drive user adoption and ensure successful product launches and user adoption.
• Establish product key performance indicators and track performance to ensure goals are met and drive data-driven improvements.

 Qualifications

You will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology; Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Finance, or related fields; preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent.
• At least 6 years’ work experience implementing supply chain systems such as SAP, Coupa, Ivalua, iCPX technology and human resources, ERP systems with AI capabilities and also in managing SaaS products, cloud-based solutions, or enterprise software products is highly desirable
• At least 3 professional experiences in AI, API management, Machine learning, UX/UI, engineering and product development managing product releases
• Technical project management experience; and knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CD/CI) pipelines
• Experience working with DevOps and Agile methodologies and working knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle
• Expertise in computer programming and good understanding of application infrastructure, system architecture, and product management
• Knowledge of traditional agile methodologies, including Scrum, Waterfall, or Kanban
• Skills and understanding of the following: AI, Machine learning technologies
  • Data analytics, data browsing and data visualizations;
  • APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) and microservices;
  • UI/UX principles and good practices;
  • Version Control Systems (e.g. Git, Phabricator);
  • Deployment System (e.g. Kubernetes, Jenkins)
  • Knowledgeable of programming languages such as Java, Phyton
• Written and verbal proficiency in English
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for International Staff level 3.

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
• Opportunity for hybrid work
• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits

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 all changes resulting from the new job grading structure.

This position is funded by a temporary funding source (e.g., a trust fund, financing facility, or capital expenditure budget) and therefore, the renewal of the appointment and its duration are subject to the availability of the funding source.

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, 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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