Associate, Corporate Strategy Unit

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Position Title: Associate, Corporate Strategy Unit
Location: Beijing
Country: China
Deadline Date:

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank established in 2016, headquartered in Beijing, China. The bank's mission is to finance infrastructure projects that are sustainable and beneficial for the future of Asia and beyond. AIIB has grown to include 110 approved members worldwide and is capitalized at USD 100 billion. It holds an AAA rating from major international credit rating agencies, which reflects its strong financial standing. The bank collaborates with various partners to meet clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that promotes sustainability, technology, and regional connectivity.

Job Overview:
The Associate position within the Corporate Strategy Unit at AIIB is focused on supporting the development and implementation of the Bank's Corporate Strategy. This role involves coordinating with relevant working groups and ensuring that the Corporate Strategy is effectively linked to the annual Business Plan and Budget process. The Associate will be responsible for analyzing macroeconomic data and infrastructure trends, providing insights and reports on key issues, and conducting comparative analyses of similar organizations. The position requires the ability to manage multiple workstreams and produce high-quality documents and presentations to communicate the Corporate Strategy and Business Plan effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The specific responsibilities of the Associate include supporting the development of AIIB's strategic agenda, analyzing relevant information and data to provide insights on macroeconomic matters and infrastructure trends, and conducting comparative analysis on peer multilateral development banks and private sector financial institutions. The Associate will also support multiple workstreams with data and analytical work, produce documents and presentations, and plan and organize internal working groups, seminars, conferences, and meetings relevant to the Corporate Strategy Unit. Additionally, the Associate will conduct other tasks as required by the Corporate Strategy team.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor or Graduate degree in fields such as business administration, economics, public policy, development studies, statistics, or data analytics. A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience in a similar position within a multilateral development bank, investment bank, or management consulting firm is required. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to conduct research and analysis on policies and financial information, and proficiency in managing and presenting data. Excellent professional writing and speaking skills in English are essential, along with organizational skills and attention to detail.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor or Graduate degree in business administration, economics, public policy, development studies, statistics, data analytics, or a related field. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of infrastructure financing and strategic development.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience in a similar role. This experience should ideally be within a multilateral development bank, investment bank, or management consulting firm, where the candidate has developed skills in research, analysis, and strategic planning.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, both in writing and speaking. While not explicitly stated, additional language skills may be beneficial in a diverse working environment, particularly in Asian languages, given the bank's focus on the region.

Additional Notes:
AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion, encouraging applications from individuals regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. The organization emphasizes a merit-based competitive process for selecting candidates. The specific grade and job title for successful applicants will depend on their previous experience and qualifications. The position is likely full-time, and while the contract duration is not specified, it is implied that the role is integral to the ongoing operations of the Corporate Strategy Unit.