Investment Officer

Job Vacancy | Friday, November 22, 2024

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  • Reference Number 240742 Position Level NS 2 Department Private Sector Operations Department Division Risk Analytics Unit Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Friday, November 22, 2024 Closing Date Monday, December 9, 2024 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)

    Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

    Are you looking to have a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

    Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship

    The position of Investment Officer is assigned to the Risk Analytics Unit in the Office of the Director General (OPSD-RAU) within the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

    You will report to the Unit Head, OPSD-RAU and designated International Staff and Senior National Staff.

    Your Role

    As an Investment Officer, you will conduct risk assessments and related due diligence work for ADB's new nonsovereign transactions (loans, guarantees, equity investments); assess risks in existing transactions; prepare risk ratings and valuations; and provide support for thematic or inter-departmental risk analytics projects.

    You will:

    a. Risk Appraisal of New Transactions

  • Review, assess, and provide recommendations for key transaction risks, covering, inter alia, sponsor, commercial and structure risks in proposed financing transactions;
Provide advice and recommendation to deal origination teams on appropriate risk mitigation measures, deal structuring, and financial covenants throughout the risk appraisal process; and Participate in drafting risk appraisals for nonsovereign loan, guarantee and equity transactions in both the concept review and final approval stages.

b. Transaction Monitoring

Review monitoring documents for nonsovereign loan, guarantee and equity transactions, including transactions in remedial or recovery state, and supports the preparation of relevant risk appraisals or valuations; Evaluate and recommend approval for waivers, amendments, and consents related to various proposed changes to loan covenants and terms; and Recommend risk mitigation measures including those relevant to covenant structures and security arrangements, as applicable.

c. Others

Cover a designated sector as a primary responsibility, with oversight by a senior team member; Participate in selected due diligence missions; Assume ad hoc project duties and other forms of assignments, as required; and Provide support to other divisions and units in PSOD as and when needed for special projects and tasks.

Qualifications

You will need:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or relevant fields, preferably with advance training Qualification as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), preferred. At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in international bank, rating agency, or multilateral/bilateral development organization, in risk management, deal origination or investment appraisal. Familiarity with risk rating tools, and developments in the area of risk management. Computer skills with sound knowledge of common word-processing, spreadsheets, power point, financial modeling and macro. Written and verbal proficiency in English Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for NS2.

Additional Information

ADB will be rolling-out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept the possibility of such changes resulting from the new job grading structure.

Benefits

ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

Paid leave (including parental) Medical and health benefits Life and other insurance plans Staff development Retirement plan Housing and education allowance (if applicable) Expatriate benefits (for international staff)

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.

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ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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