Programs Officer

Asian Development Bank - ADB

Staff Closes 06 Apr 2026 16 days left

Overview

Support Country Operations Head in SLRM by providing technical expertise in programming of ADB-financed and administered projects for Sri Lanka.


Key Responsibilities
  • Support the country programming cycle and pipeline management.
  • Integrate portfolio management lessons into country programming.
  • Assist the COH in managing the Country Management Team.
  • Review projects and documents to support SLRM's quality control.
  • Contribute to Country and Tripartite Portfolio Review Meetings.
  • Administer assigned TA, including consultant recruitment and management.
  • Support capacity development initiatives for executing and implementing agencies.
  • Maintain stakeholder coordination and policy engagement.
  • Perform other tasks that may be assigned.
Required Experience
  • At least 8 years of relevant professional experience, including in programming works with international development organizations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of multi lateral development institution's operational processes.
  • Coordination and liaison with government counterparts, ADB staff, and development partners.
  • Sound knowledge of Sri Lanka's government project approval procedures and the administrative, political, and development issues.
  • Two years of relevant experience outside ADB within the past five years is required.
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in economics, business management, public policy or related field; with advanced training.

Other Details
Languages Required
Written and verbal proficiency in English, including experience in report-writing.
Languages Preferred
Familiarity with local languages and institutions.
Contract Duration
initially for a period of up to 3 years
Work Modality
on-site
Remuneration
Not specified
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