Intern (IED-IETC)

Job Posting Organization:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a regional development bank established in 1966, headquartered in Manila, Philippines. Its mission is to promote social and economic development in Asia. ADB has 68 member countries, with operations spanning across 49 countries in the Asia-Pacific region. The organization focuses on reducing poverty and improving the quality of life for people in the region through various development projects and initiatives. ADB employs over 3,000 staff members and works collaboratively with governments, the private sector, and civil society to achieve its goals.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position at the Independent Evaluation Department (IED) within the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is designed to provide valuable experience in the field of evaluation and international development. The intern will be involved in the evaluation of the Country Assistance Program, which assesses ADB's support to its member countries. The role requires the intern to support the formulation of the evaluation approach paper (EAP), compile and review relevant documents and data, and summarize key development challenges and strategies. The intern will also conduct portfolio analysis to evaluate performance trends and summarize learning from previous evaluations. This position offers an opportunity to engage with ADB's internal teams and external stakeholders, contributing to the overall effectiveness of ADB's strategies and operations in developing member countries.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for several key tasks during their assignment, including:

• Supporting the formulation of the evaluation approach paper (EAP) by contributing ideas and insights.
• Compiling and reviewing documents and data to identify key development challenges for the selected country.
• Summarizing ADB's country partnership strategies and the strategies of major development partners in the selected country.
• Conducting portfolio analysis to assess performance and trends related to ADB's projects in the country.
• Summarizing learning from relevant IED evaluations to inform future strategies.
• Participating in meetings with ADB internal teams and external stakeholders involved in the evaluation process.
• Performing additional tasks as needed to achieve the expected outcomes, as agreed upon with the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a master's degree or PhD program in social sciences or economics at a school in an ADB member country. They should possess academic knowledge of and/or a keen interest in international development cooperation. Strong analytical skills in both qualitative and quantitative research methods are essential. Experience in using AI for data analytics, document compilation, and reviews will be considered a strong asset. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate the ability to work independently towards agreed goals, possess excellent writing and communication skills in English, and have the ability to adapt quickly to new work and living environments.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this internship includes enrollment in a master's degree or PhD program in social sciences or economics. Candidates should be studying at an institution located in an ADB member country, which emphasizes the importance of understanding the regional context of development issues. Academic knowledge in international development cooperation is also crucial for the role.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have preferably 2-3 years of relevant professional experience. This experience should ideally be related to research, evaluation, or international development, providing the intern with a solid foundation to contribute effectively to the evaluation process at ADB. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with data analytics tools will enhance the intern's ability to perform the required tasks.

Languages:
The mandatory language for this position is English, as excellent writing and communication skills in English are essential for the role. While not explicitly stated, proficiency in additional languages relevant to the ADB member countries may be considered beneficial, particularly for engaging with diverse stakeholders and understanding regional contexts.

Additional Notes:
The internship is expected to last for a duration of 11 weeks, starting in June 202

• This is a full-time position based at the ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. The intern will be expected to work independently while also collaborating with various teams within ADB. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in evaluation and contribute to meaningful development initiatives.