Senior Regional Cooperation Specialist

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As a Senior Regional Cooperation Specialist, you will lead the implementation of the CAREC 2030 Strategy, including through provision of policy support related to regional cooperation and integration (RCI) in CAREC countries; identification and implementation of ADB initiatives and technical assistances (TAs) for the CAREC Program; implementation of sector and thematic CAREC strategies; and management of the CAREC Secretariat. The Senior Regional Cooperation Specialist will work closely with CAREC/CWRD developing member countries (DMCs), key development partners and other stakeholders, as well as with relevant sectors and thematic groups within ADB.

You will:

• Lead the implementation of CAREC 2030 Strategy through policy guidance on carrying out activities and initiatives under the CAREC’s operational clusters and crosscutting themes.
• Lead the organization of high-level CAREC events (e.g., Senior Officials’ Meetings, Ministerial Conferences) including preparation and coordination of deliverables, agenda and content, and organization of the events. Coordinate with CAREC sector and thematic focals on conduct of various sector and thematic working groups meetings and events.
• Lead the identification and generation of CAREC investment pipeline, in collaboration with CAREC sector and thematic focal points, and with development partners. Facilitate mobilization of funds for CAREC operations and activities.
• Lead the implementation of the recommendations of the Midterm Review of CAREC 2030 Strategy in collaboration with CAREC DMCs, development partners, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Process and implement CAREC-related TAs and provide support to processing and implementation of the TAs.
• Oversee the implementation of all CAREC sector and thematic strategies, and lead the implementation of one or two such strategies.
• Serve as CWRD’s RCI focal point and support CWRD’s RCI operations including collection and analysis of RCI operations data, support to processing of RCI TAs and investment projects in Sectors Group, as well as facilitation of financing and/or cofinancing for RCI operations.
• Review and comment on ADB’s RCI-related economic and policy analysis work.
• CWRD DMCs’ emerging needs, and in generating RCI investment opportunities.
• Lead the Secretariat’s work on implementation of CAREC communication and outreach policy. Effectively promote the CAREC brand and key messaging, and CWRC RCI work through various social media and platforms, in coordination with the Department of Communications and Knowledge Management.
• Supervise the work on CAREC performance as part of CAREC results framework. Liaise with other CAREC development partners to monitor, manage and prepare relevant analytics and reports.
• Provide leadership and support to reporting staff; provides clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on their performance.

Qualifications:

You will need:

• Master’s degree in Economics, Development Management, Public Policy, International Relations or other related fields. University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in regional cooperation and integration, preparation and implementation of strategies, and other relevant areas.
• International experience working in several countries. Experience in CAREC countries is a strong advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and analytical proficiency and strong numerical skills.
• Ability to work in a diverse cultural context and work as a constructive team member.

Source:  https://www.adb.org/careers/250048

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