Associate Investment Officer / Investment Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a regional development bank established in 1966, with a mission to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region. ADB has over 3,000 employees and operates in 49 member countries, providing loans, technical assistance, grants, and equity investments to promote social and economic development. ADB aims to foster prosperity in Asia through various initiatives and projects that support economic growth and improve living standards.

Job Overview:
The Associate Investment Officer / Investment Officer position at ADB is crucial for supporting the identification, origination, due diligence, structuring, approval, implementation, administration, and monitoring of private sector operations. The role is strategically assigned to the Türkiye Resident Mission and involves working closely with various teams within ADB. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing transactions primarily in Türkiye, with potential involvement in other developing member countries. The position requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work in a multicultural environment. The officer will be expected to contribute to market research, strategy development, and process improvement initiatives, ensuring that ADB's mission of fostering prosperity in Asia is upheld.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities for the Associate Investment Officer / Investment Officer include:

• Supporting or leading the identification, development, and processing of private sector transactions and related technical assistance.
• Conducting financial, credit, market, operational, and other relevant analyses, including reviewing financial statements and models, performing sensitivity analyses, and assessing risks.
• Participating in due diligence and transaction structuring, preparing approval documents, credit or investment papers, presentations, and other transaction documentation.
• Coordinating with clients, partner financial institutions, project sponsors, advisers, consultants, legal counsel, and relevant ADB teams.
• Supporting transaction or project administration, portfolio monitoring, compliance with conditions and covenants, and documentation.
• Contributing to market and sector research, pipeline development, strategy, knowledge sharing, and process improvement.
• Specific responsibilities may vary based on the assigned division, such as providing analytical support for infrastructure investments, leading agribusiness investment initiatives, engaging with financial institutions, or processing trade and supply chain finance transactions.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance, accounting, business administration, management, or a related discipline, preferably with advanced training or a relevant professional certification. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to conduct various types of analyses and develop clear recommendations. Relevant experience in financial modelling, due diligence, transaction processing, and stakeholder management is required. Candidates should also demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant financial systems.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, management, or a related field is required. Advanced training or relevant professional certifications are preferred, as they enhance the candidate's qualifications for the role.

Experience:
The level of experience required varies by specific role within the Associate Investment Officer / Investment Officer position. For Infrastructure Finance, at least 6 years of relevant experience in corporate finance or project finance is required. For Agribusiness Investment, at least 8 years of experience in corporate and project lending and equity investments is necessary, with a focus on the food and agribusiness sector. For Financial Institutions, at least 8 years of relevant experience in the financial sector is required, while for Trade and Supply Chain Finance, at least 8 years of experience in trade finance or related operations is necessary.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, as clear written and verbal communication skills are essential for the role. Knowledge of additional languages may be advantageous but is not explicitly required for the position.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and based in Ankara, Türkiye. The closing date for applications is September 11, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Manila Time. The role may involve working with international teams and stakeholders, and candidates may be considered for one or more positions based on their qualifications and technical background. The appointment level and scope of responsibility will reflect the requirements of the specific position and the candidate's demonstrated experience.