Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a difference 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 Risk Management Specialist is assigned to the Credit Division (RMCD) within the Office of Risk Management (ORM). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to Director, RMCD and will oversee junior staff members.
Your Role
As a Senior Risk Management Specialist, you will provide guidance on risk assessments and related due diligence work for different types of ADB's nonsovereign transactions, including loans and guarantees for financial institutions, and provide risk oversight in the monitoring of existing transactions. The position's responsibilities include recommending appropriate risk mitigation measures and transaction structuring including pricing, security arrangement, financial covenants, and other terms and conditions of transactions; and approving credit-related waiver and amendment requests and evaluating changes in scope proposals. You will also help create ADB policies on risk management and portfolio monitoring.
You will:
a. Risk Assessment
b. Transaction Monitoring
c. Others
You will need:
Master's degree or equivalent in engineering, finance, economics, accounting or other related fields; or university degree combined with at least 5 years' specialized experience relevant to the position in similar organization/s can be considered.
At least 10 years of relevant experience in an international bank, rating agency, or multilateral/bilateral development organization in risk management, deal origination or investment appraisal of varied product types with a specific focus on financial institutions.
Substantial exposure to dealing with credit risk investment and monitoring issues related to complex debt and guarantee of transactions with financial institutions preferably in Asia and the Pacific region.
Experience in all aspects of credit risk assessments, mitigation, and structuring of debt, direct and indirect equity, or guarantee transactions including technical, financial, industry, and regulatory risk analysis.
Experience with lending and investment practices, banking products, financial modeling, rating methodology, and risk management concepts and methodology.
Working knowledge of regulatory environments in relevant jurisdictions.
Written and verbal proficiency 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.
Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff’s particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff’s performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.
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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