Senior Investment Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a leading multilateral development bank that was established in 196

• Its mission is to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region. ADB is headquartered in Manila, Philippines, and is owned by 69 members, with 50 of them from the Asia-Pacific region. The organization employs a diverse workforce and operates in multiple countries across Asia and the Pacific, focusing on inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth. ADB collaborates with its members and partners to address complex challenges and utilizes innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives and build quality infrastructure.

Job Overview:
The Senior Investment Officer position is situated within the Infrastructure Finance Division 2 (PSIF2) of the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD) at ADB. This role is pivotal in providing technical support and coordination for ADB's private sector investments and technical assistance across Southeast Asia, East Asia, and the Pacific. The Senior Investment Officer will be responsible for overseeing junior team members and will report directly to the Director of PSIF

• The position entails a variety of functions including project development, integrity due diligence, strategy and planning, and other administrative responsibilities. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in identifying, developing, managing, and structuring non-sovereign transactions, leading credit and financial due diligence, and contributing to policy and strategy development for ADB's developmental goals in the private sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Investment Officer include:

• Project Development and Processing: Support in identifying, developing, managing, and structuring non-sovereign transactions. Lead credit and financial due diligence by developing financial models and assessing the risk and credit profile of proposed infrastructure investments. Analyze financial statements and models, perform sensitivity analysis and stress testing, and make necessary recommendations. Contribute and negotiate with project developers, sponsors, and financiers to help implement transactions and underlying projects. Represent ADB in specific transactions with external technical advisors, consultants, and lawyers. Support relevant sector and country research as part of transaction risk assessment. Collaborate with other departments to address credit-related and safeguard issues. Prepare presentation materials and present issues in meetings such as Investment Committee meetings.
• Integrity Due Diligence: Gather, review, and organize information from internal and external sources regarding relevant jurisdictions and regulatory frameworks, activities, rumors, complaints, litigation, investigations, cases, convictions, and sanctions associated with relevant parties to PSIF2 transactions. Analyze this information from an integrity and AML/CTF perspective for review and validation by the Private Sector Transaction Support Division.
• Strategy and Planning: Participate in ADB initiatives and contribute to policy and strategy development for ADB's developmental goals for the private sector in consultation with relevant partners.
• Others: Support project administration and participate in review missions; manage disbursement of approved investments; participate in negotiations with project developers, sponsors, and financiers; and analyze progress reports from review missions. Participate in regional knowledge forums, conferences, and ADB events for external knowledge sharing. Perform other tasks in consonance with the role and workplan.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Senior Investment Officer position will possess a Bachelor's degree in Management, Finance, or related fields, with a preference for candidates holding a Master's Degree or equivalent. Additionally, candidates should have at least 8 years of work experience, preferably in project finance or corporate finance, with a minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to undertake research and analysis, collect and organize required data, and apply appropriate technical skills to analyze the data effectively. Excellent analytical skills are essential, along with the capability to understand causal relationships, evaluate pros and cons, and assess factors to make informed decisions. Strong oral and written communication skills in English, including report-writing, are also required. Supervisory experience to mentor administrative staff and facilitate work planning, delivery, and quality review is necessary, as well as a collaborative character to work effectively with teams.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Management, Finance, or related fields. A Master's Degree or equivalent is preferred, which would provide a deeper understanding of the financial and management principles relevant to the role.

Experience:
The position requires at least 8 years of relevant work experience, ideally in project finance or corporate finance. Candidates should also have a minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience, indicating a proven track record of managing teams and projects effectively. Experience in conducting research and analysis, as well as the ability to collect and organize data, is crucial for success in this role.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, particularly in oral and written communication, as the role involves report-writing and presentations. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not explicitly required for this position.

Additional Notes:
This appointment is open to both internal and external applicants and is a fixed-term appointment for an initial period of 3 years. At the end of this period, the appointment may be extended for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended based on ADB's needs and the staff's performance. ADB offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a retirement plan, medical and health benefits, paid leave (including parental leave), life and other insurance plans, and opportunities for staff development. ADB is committed to creating an inclusive environment and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their background.