Senior Programs Officer

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Job Description

The Senior Programs Officer will provide in-depth knowledge and technical expertise to BHRM’s country strategy and programming work, policy dialogue, and knowledge management. He/she will report to the Country Director and/or designated international staff and may supervise Administrative Staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Keeps track of Bhutan’s development opportunities and challenges and relevant reports and documents (e.g., Five Year Plan, Annual Budget, Annual Reports of different Ministries) prepared by the government and development partners (e.g., IMF, Japan International Cooperation Agency, UN agencies, World Bank etc.);
  • Participates in the annual country programming missions and meetings between ADB sector staff and relevant government Ministries to develop a strong assistance pipeline for loan projects and TA grants;
  • Assists the Country Director and members of the Bhutan country management team to explore the scope for public private partnerships and private sector operations;
  • Helps identify knowledge products and institutional strengthening / capacity building needs based on the government’s needs;
  • Provides inputs to sector and thematic colleagues on background country and sector assessments;
  • Works as member of project processing teams and incoming missions, and provides inputs from the perspective of the Bhutan program;
  • Tracks and periodically updates the pipeline of loans, TAs, and knowledge projects in consultation with HQ colleagues;
  • Assists the Country Director during the programming discussions and during the preparation of the Bhutan CPS (every 5 years);
  • Reviews the latest 5-year plan and provides inputs for the CPS and the linked documents;
  • Keeps abreast of the programs of other developing partners in Bhutan and identifiies potential synergies with ADB projects and TAs. Ensures that ADB sector staff coordinates closely with the development partners;
  • Participates in fact-finding and appraisal missions of projects to provide policy advice and programming information to sector staff as required;
  • Coordinates between the government and ADB HQ staff for organizing meetings / fixing loan negotiations and for getting clearance on legal opinions;
  • Joins missions to project sites and prepare development effectiveness briefs to raise awareness and share learning;
  • Designs and implements TA projects as required, and prepares the TA completion report;
  • Provides inputs for Annual Reports, Member Information Note, and updates briefing folders as required;
  • Works closely with other staff of BHRM, especially the Economics Officer and Project and Administration Unit staff. Develops good working relationship with all stakeholders (e.g., Government, donors, civil society, private sector) and explore cofinancing opportunities with other development partners.
  • Performs other duties that may be assigned and reflected in the incumbent’s workplan.
Qualifications:

Relevant Experience & Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in economics, business administration, or other relevant fields.
  • At least 8 years’ relevant work experience in the government, international development agency, or bilateral development agency; with 4 years of supervisory experience;
  • Experience of working in an international organization will be an advantage.
  • Sound knowledge of the Royal Government of Bhutan’s overall development policies and specific programs and priorities of relevant ministries and agencies.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and the national language, with effective report writing in English.
  • Proficiency in the use of technology packages (common word-processing, spreadsheets and graphics, PowerPoint).
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Ability to handle a multitude of tasks and to adhere to deadlines while producing professional-quality outputs.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a multicultural team.
Source: https://www.adb.org/careers/230774

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