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 Senior Energy Specialist is assigned to the Energy Sector Office (SD1-ENE) within the Sectors Department 1 (SD1). SD1 aims to deliver impactful sector strategy, initiatives, and integrated solutions that advance ADB’s strategic agenda in the region and with ADB’s clients. SD1, which is comprised of the Energy and Transport Sector Offices, delivers and supports sovereign, nonsovereign, and advisory operations; delivers knowledge services; supports regional departments (RD) and resident missions (RM) in engaging with developing member countries (DMCs); and ensures ADB’s technical leadership externally and internally.
SD1-ENE leads ADB’s energy sector operations. The office manages policy development, oversight of strategy implementation, knowledge management, budget management, project quality assurance, sector analytic work, and loan and technical assistance (TA) processing and administration in the energy sector in the five regions: Central and West Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific. SD1-ENE is also responsible for implementing ADB corporate initiatives in the emerging areas, energy transition, and Energy Transition Mechanism & Partnership programs in select countries.
You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the designated Director, SD1-ENE and will collaborate closely with colleagues from the RDs. You will oversee junior team members.
Your Role
As a Senior Energy Specialist, you will formulate and articulate energy sector policy and strategies, engaging DMC governments in policy dialogue, and conducting ADB’s activities to support sector policy reforms, with particular responsibility to identify opportunities for energy transition, in line with ADB’s 2021 Energy Policy (2021). You will lead or support the identification, development, processing, and implementation of investment and TA projects and flagship initiatives and knowledge products (assessments, reports and knowledge events) in the energy sector that contribute to ADB’s goal of reducing poverty. You will oversee and ensure the quality of project development, implementation, administration and overall results for loans, TA projects, and knowledge work in the energy sector. You will build effective partnerships with other departments such as Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department, Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership, Private Sector Operations Department, and the RDs, and with cofinancing units to deliver value-added services to the DMCs.
You will:
You will need:
Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering, environmental science, geology economics, finance or business administration, or related fields; or University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in the energy sector, preferably with at least 3 years in power utilities, energy consulting companies, research institutions or regulatory bodies, development banks, mining companies, clean energy manufacturing supply chains and OEMs. 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. Credible expert in the energy sector (for example, expertise in emerging/low carbon technologies, power system planning, energy storage, energy markets, etc) with recognized ability to lead projects and share relevant knowledge to benefit the broad ADB community. Significant expertise within a specific area of ADB's operations (economic, sector, or thematic), or breadth across multiple areas with in-depth knowledge within one area. Demonstrated team leadership or managerial skills and experience leading professionals, teams, and missions for technical matters and projects processing/implementation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. International experience working in several countries. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI2.
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)
Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
Selected applicants will be subject to a one-year probationary period.
This position is crucial to the Workforce Rebalancing Framework (2022-2027), a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing ADB’s in-house expertise previously sourced from the external workforce. The role seeks seasoned experts with substantial field experience capable of leading policy dialogue, and projects focused on delivering knowledge solutions. Successful applicants may occasionally undertake short-term assignments in other departments or offices, when required.
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff’s particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff’s performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 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.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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