Intern (CCSD-CCGE)

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 over 3,000 employees and operates in 49 countries across the Asia-Pacific region. The organization focuses on reducing poverty and improving living conditions through sustainable development initiatives, infrastructure projects, and financial assistance.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position within the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD) and the Gender Equality Division (CCGE) is designed for individuals who are passionate about gender-responsive and adaptive social protection systems in the Asia and Pacific region. The intern will engage in analytical research that addresses critical issues such as women's life-course risks, barriers to access, and the coverage of informal workers. The role involves mapping key intervention models and investment types utilized by governments and development partners, identifying effective strategies, and translating research findings into actionable recommendations for ADB projects and policy-based lending. The intern will also support the preparation of knowledge products and develop presentations for internal audiences, contributing to the overall mission of ADB in promoting gender equality and sustainable development.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for conducting comprehensive analytical research on gender-responsive and inclusive social protection systems. This includes examining women's life-course risks, barriers to access, and the coverage of informal workers. The intern will map key intervention models and investment types, identify effective strategies, and translate findings into practical recommendations for ADB projects. Additionally, the intern will support the preparation of 1-2 knowledge products, such as working papers or summary notes, and develop presentations for internal audiences, ensuring that the findings are communicated effectively to relevant stakeholders. The intern will also be expected to contribute to a synthesized evidence review on global and regional trends in gender-responsive social protection, highlighting good practices and implementation lessons.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be currently enrolled in a master's degree program in fields such as Gender Studies, Public Policy, Social Policy, Development Studies, Economics, Sociology, International Development, or related social sciences. A strong academic background in gender equality, social protection, social inclusion, or poverty and vulnerability analysis is preferred. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a keen interest in gender equality and inclusive development, with a preference for those who have 2-3 years of professional experience in conducting literature reviews, synthesizing research, or supporting analytical studies. Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills are essential, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities in English.

Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this internship is that candidates must be currently enrolled in a master's degree program in relevant fields such as Gender Studies, Public Policy, Social Policy, Development Studies, Economics, Sociology, International Development, or a related social science field. A strong academic background in gender equality, social protection, social inclusion, or poverty and vulnerability analysis is preferred, indicating a solid foundation in the theoretical and practical aspects of these areas.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a demonstrated interest in gender equality, social protection, informal employment, or inclusive development. Ideally, candidates should possess 2-3 years of professional experience in conducting literature reviews, synthesizing research, or supporting analytical studies. This experience should reflect strong qualitative and/or quantitative research skills, as well as the ability to translate complex research findings into clear, structured notes and summaries suitable for operational audiences.

Languages:
The mandatory language requirement for this position is proficiency in English, both written and verbal. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills to effectively convey research findings and recommendations. While not mandatory, familiarity with additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the Asia-Pacific region.

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

• This position is based at the ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. The intern will work full-time and is expected to engage collaboratively with various teams and technical specialists within the organization. The role offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of gender-responsive social protection and contribute to meaningful projects that align with ADB's mission.