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 (Smart Energy Systems) is assigned to the Energy Sector Office (SG-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/or 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.
SG-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. SG-ENE is also responsible for implementing ADB corporate initiatives in the emerging areas, energy transition, and Energy Transition Mechanism programs, in select countries.
You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the designated Director, SG-ENE and will oversee junior staff members.
Your Role
As a Senior Energy Specialist (Smart Energy Systems), you will play a critical role in advancing the integration of digital technologies and smart energy solutions into ADB projects and operations. You will work with various stakeholders; provide support to ADB's operational divisions/departments in developing, implementing, and managing projects that improve energy efficiency and optimize energy use; and support the transition to renewable energy sources. You will also build effective partnerships with other sector offices and departments, such as Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD), 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, information technology, energy management, or related fields; or University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered. Certifications in project management, digital technologies, or energy management are a plus. At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in digital transformation, smart energy solutions, or related areas. Technical expertise in digital technologies and smart energy systems with the ability to lead projects and share knowledge to benefit the broad ADB community. Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment. 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 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.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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