Senior Results Management Specialist (Development Impact)

Job Posting Organization:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution established to foster economic growth and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. Founded in 1966, ADB is headquartered in Manila, Philippines, and comprises 69 member countries, with 50 of them from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB's mission is to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development through financial assistance, knowledge sharing, and partnerships. The organization employs a diverse workforce and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees are treated with respect and given equal opportunities. ADB aims to achieve a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while continuing its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. The institution operates in various sectors, including infrastructure, health, education, and environmental sustainability, and is guided by its Strategy 2030 framework, which outlines its vision for the future.

Job Overview:
As a Senior Results Management Specialist (Development Impact) at ADB, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the development effectiveness of private sector operations. You will be part of the Private Sector Transaction Support Division (PSTS) within the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD). Your primary responsibility will be to support the Director of PSTS in assessing and improving the development impact of private sector transactions. This involves collaborating with transaction and portfolio management teams to identify opportunities for enhancing development effectiveness, conducting development impact assessments, and ensuring that projects align with ADB's strategies and policies. You will also lead initiatives to improve development effectiveness reporting and contribute to the development of tools and frameworks that facilitate better assessment of project outcomes. Your role will require you to engage with various stakeholders, provide training to staff, and supervise junior team members, ensuring that the team maintains high standards of quality in their work.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transaction Support: Utilize various tools and frameworks to identify opportunities for improving development effectiveness in PSOD transactions. Contribute throughout the project cycle to ensure that development outcomes are achieved. Provide feedback on the soundness of development effectiveness and guide transaction teams in presenting related materials to stakeholders.
• Development Effectiveness Reporting: Lead efforts to enhance development impact reporting, monitor information quality, and develop mechanisms for improvement. Review ADB documents for consistency with strategies and policies. Prepare training for staff on lessons learned from project completions. Consolidate development effectiveness data and prepare reports for management and the board.
• Development of the Portfolio Approach: Contribute to the development and enhancement of the Portfolio Approach tool, ensuring alignment with management needs and PSOD priorities.
• Ex-ante Development Impact Assessment: Implement the ex-ante development impact framework and collaborate on guidelines and training materials for project teams.
• Strategic Planning: Enhance development effectiveness of private sector projects and participate in interdepartmental working groups to represent PSOD's views.
• Knowledge Sharing: Stay informed about sector developments and share knowledge about new tools within PSOD and relevant ADB departments.
• Staff Supervision: Provide leadership and support for reporting staff, ensuring their ongoing learning and development.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, candidates must possess a Master's Degree or equivalent in economics, finance, public policy, development, or business administration. Alternatively, a university degree with at least 5 years of specialized experience relevant to the position may be considered. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of work experience, preferably in development impact assessment and evaluation, with a focus on private sector operations. International experience in multiple countries is essential, along with sound knowledge of ex-ante development impact assessment frameworks and portfolio management concepts. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in teams and multicultural environments, manage staff and complex projects, and possess excellent skills in data governance and advanced data processing tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are also required.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a Master's Degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as economics, finance, public policy, development, or business administration. A university degree combined with significant specialized experience may also be acceptable, emphasizing the importance of both formal education and practical experience in the field.

Experience:
The position requires at least 10 years of relevant work experience, particularly in development impact assessment and evaluation, with a focus on private sector operations. Candidates should have international experience working in various countries, ideally within the Asia and Pacific region, and demonstrate a proven ability to manage complex projects and lead teams effectively.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Additional language skills may be advantageous but are not specified as mandatory for this position.

Additional Notes:
This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial period of 3 years, with the possibility of extension for up to 2 years or conversion to a regular appointment based on performance and organizational needs. ADB offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including housing and education allowances (if applicable), expatriate benefits, retirement plans, medical and health benefits, paid leave, and life insurance plans. The organization encourages applications from all qualified candidates, particularly women, and is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment.