Senior Operations Officer

Overview

Support resident mission operations, manage the sovereign operations portfolio, strengthen executing agencies, and collaborate with government counterparts to resolve project issues.

Tasks Summary

• Coordinate and monitor the sovereign operations portfolio to ensure implementation and compliance with ADB policies.
• Collaborate with regional, sector, and thematic teams on portfolio management and processing of sovereign and non‑sovereign operations.
• Identify risks and bottlenecks, propose remedial actions, and support executing agencies in resolving implementation challenges.
• Provide guidance and training to executing agencies to enhance institutional capacity and project management skills.
• Work closely with government counterparts to anticipate issues and align projects with national priorities.
• Coordinate with donors and development partners to harmonize support and strengthen aid effectiveness.
• Facilitate Board and management visits, ensuring effective communication, preparation, and follow‑up.
• Ensure operations contribute to ADB's goals, operational policies, and strategic directions.

Experience Requirements

At least 8 years' relevant professional experience, projects funded by multilateral development financing institutions is preferred; and at least 4 years of supervisory experience.

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, accounting, science, business administration, commerce, economics, or other relevant disciplines, a Master's degree or equivalent is preferred.

Other Details

Languages Required: Proficiency in written and verbal English.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: Initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier. Option to renew for up to an additional 3 years.

Work Modality: On-site

Remuneration: