Project Officer

Asian Development Bank - ADB

Staff Closes 07 Apr 2026 12 days left

Overview

Provide technical and operational support in project processing and implementation in the transport sector, focusing on midterm review implementation and related operations.


Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee implementation of assigned transport projects by conducting reviews, monitoring progress, identifying issues, and coordinating corrective actions.
  • Advise executing/implementing agencies on ADB procurement and consultant recruitment guidelines, review bidding documents, and ensure compliance with ADB policies—including safeguards and anti‑corruption measures.
  • Participate in fact‑finding missions by reviewing technical designs, cost estimates, procurement packaging, and liaising with government counterparts.
  • Support project preparation through technical analysis, costing, and addressing related procurement and technical issues.
  • Conduct transport sector research, analyze sector issues, update sector information, and prepare related reports.
  • Contribute to sector assessments and maintain knowledge of government investment plans, approval processes, and sector‑related organizational structures and policies.
  • Maintain management information system (MIS) and accurate data on implementation progress, contract awards, disbursements, and reporting deliverables for transport projects.
  • Participate in Tripartite Portfolio Review Missions (TPRMs) and Country Portfolio Review Missions, preparing background papers and providing input on transport sector portfolio performance.
  • Support capacity‑building of executing agencies by assessing implementation capacity, identifying needs, and coordinating ADB-led development programs.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor and as reflected in your workplan
Required Experience
  • At least 8 years of relevant professional experience and demonstrated expertise in project management and implementation within the assigned sector.
  • Experience of different stages of the project cycle in transport sector (project planning / feasibility analysis / detailed design / project implementation / construction management / contract management).
  • Sound knowledge of government administrative procedures.
  • Familiarity with accepted best practices of procurement and disbursement processes.
  • Two years of relevant experience outside ADB within the past five years is required. Years as an ADB-engaged consultant or contractor are considered experience outside of ADB.
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferably with advanced training.

Other Details
Languages Required
Proficiency in written and verbal communication skills in English.
Languages Preferred
Familiarity with local languages and institutions.
Contract Duration
for an initial period of 3 years
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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