Senior Economist (Development Impact) – TI2

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 Economist (Development Impact) is assigned to the Economic Analysis and Operational Support Division (EREA) within the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to Director, EREA and will oversee junior team members.

Your Role

As Senior Economist (Development Impact), you will lead or contribute to research work on policy-relevant issues of strategic interest to ADB Management and its developing members. You will contribute substantially to support ADB’s focus on enhancing the development impact of its operations.

You will:

Development Impact and Operational Support

• Undertake applied research on issues of assessing and improving development impact in general and at the project/program levels.
• Contribute to discussions on ways to maximize development impact, including fine-tuning ADB’s business processes and introducing new methods and approaches.
• Join selected project or country program teams to provide analysis to enhance development impact.
• Support the internal review and provide substantive advice and comments on the development impact of ADB’s projects and programs, and sector, country, and corporate portfolio.
• Provide technical support in areas of research expertise to ADB operations, including collaborating with ADB operational departments and country offices, reviewing institutional documents, and participating in review meetings and operational missions as necessary.
• Lead the internal review and provide substantive comments on the economic rationale and quality of economic analysis in ADB’s country strategies, programs, and projects.

Economic Research and Project Management

• Lead the design and implementation of research outputs and publications, including thematic reports, policy briefs, working papers, peer-reviewed journal articles, and ERDI flagship publications.
• Manage the design, implementation, and administration of technical assistance projects on empirically rigorous policy analysis across a broad range of areas.

Knowledge Sharing

• Contribute substantially to the dissemination of ADB knowledge outputs and publications.
• Support the capacity building work of ERDI by undertaking collaborative research, dissemination, networking, and capacity building activities with specialists across a global network of knowledge institutions and with other ADB knowledge and operations departments.
• Lead or contribute to relevant internal and external training and conferences and other activities for advocacy, dissemination, and knowledge building.

Staff supervision

• Provide leadership and support to reporting staff and ensure the quality of their work.
• Oversee the performance of teams and individuals, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance and ensure their ongoing learning and development.

Qualifications

You will need:

• PhD in Economics or related fields, with strong background in empirical analysis and policy-focused research.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience with demonstrated experience conducting independent research, including international experience in several countries.
• Evidence of high-quality research output and record of publications in international peer-reviewed professional journals.
• Technical knowledge, analytical, and conceptual skills in economics.
• Understanding of ADB or similar multilateral development bank’s institutional context, strategies, and objectives.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Staff Level 2.

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.

• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits (if applicable)
• Retirement plan
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

Additional Information

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff’s blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff’s performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.

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 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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