Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make 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 Principal Economist (Development Impact) is assigned to the Economic Analysis and Operational Support Division (EREA) within the Economic Research and Development Impact Department. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to Director, EREA and will oversee Local Staff.
Your Role
As a Principal Economist (Development Impact), you will play a key role in supporting ADB’s focus on enhancing the development impact of its operations. You will also lead and contribute to analytical and research work on policy-relevant issues of strategic interest to ADB Management and its developing members.
You will:
Development Impact and Operational Support
Economic Research
Contribute to/lead the design and implementation of research outputs and publications, including thematic reports, policy briefs, working papers, peer-reviewed journal articles, and ERDI flagship publications. Participate in teams preparing ADB flagship publications and other projects. Participate/lead in the delivery of internal and external training programs for ADB staff and government officials.
Project Management
Manage the design, implementation, and administration of technical assistance projects on empirically rigorous policy analysis across a broad range of areas.
Knowledge Management
Contribute to the sharing of ADB knowledge outputs and publications and support capacity building work of ERDI. Undertake collaborative research, distribution, networking, and capacity building activities with specialists across a global network of knowledge institutions and with other ADB knowledge and operations departments. Participate/lead and contribute to relevant internal and external training and conferences and other activities for advocacy, dissemination, and knowledge building.
Staff supervision
Oversee the performance of teams and individuals, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance. Provide leadership and mentoring to teams and individuals and ensure their ongoing learning and development.You will need:
PhD in Economics or related fields, with a background in empirical analysis and policy-focused research. At least 12 years of relevant professional experience including international work experience. Demonstrated experience conducting independent research with evidence of high-quality research output and record of publications in international peer-reviewed professional journals. Expertise and experience in development impact, impact evaluation, and related areas would be an asset. Technical knowledge, analytical, and conceptual skills in economics. Good understanding of ADB's institutional context, priorities, and goals. Written and verbal proficiency in English. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for International Staff grade TI3.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 benefitsAdditional Information
This is a re-advertisement. If you have previously applied, you do not need to resubmit an application. Applications received in response to previous posting will be considered together with applications received in response to this advertisement.
This position has been created as part of the Workforce Rebalancing Framework, which is a multiyear initiative (2022-2027) aimed at increasing in-house expertise in key operational areas that was previously sourced from consultants through ADB’s technical assistance. The goal is to strengthen in-house expertise to enhance the quality of ADB’s policy dialogue, operations, and knowledge solutions delivery by collaborating closely with developing member country clients. Expected candidates are seasoned experts in the advertised area(s) with strong field experience who can lead policy dialogue and project work with emphasis on providing knowledge solutions. Staff may undertake short-term assignments in other groups, departments or offices only when the expertise in the advertised area(s) is needed by those groups, departments or offices.
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (3) years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 (“Recruitment and Appointment’). This appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may be renewed for a period of up to three years, or not renewed. There is no limit on the number of renewals. This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
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 its Strategy 2030.
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