principal results Management specialist (development impact)SRI Executive

About Asian Development Bank (ADB)
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines. ADB is composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfil its expanded vision under its .
ADB assists its members and partners by providing loans, technical assistance, grants and equity investments to promote social and economic development. Bridging the infrastructure gap has been at the core of ADB's work for more than 50 years, in order to improve the lives of people from Asia and the Pacific. ADB also invests in areas including health, education and social protection.
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Role Purpose
The Principal Results Management Specialist (Development Impact) leads the Development Impact team and provides high-quality support to PSOD to ensure satisfactory development outcome of ADB's private sector operations, works with PSOD deal teams in quality assurance and provides solutions on the identification and assessment of development effectiveness of private sector transactions in accordance with ADB's new ex-ante development impact framework, coordinates all matters related to development effectiveness and prepares PSOD's Annual Development Effectiveness Report. The incumbent will report to Director, PSTS and may supervise national and administrative staff.
Duties and Responsibilities
a. Ex-ante Development Impact Assessment
Leads the piloting and implementation of the new ex-ante development impact framework for PSOD
Provides support to project teams in identification, ex-ante assessment and monitoring of PSOD projects, in accordance with ADB policies, strategies, and guidelines.
Provides robust feedback and views on the soundness of development effectiveness of private sector operations and guides project teams in presenting such material to stakeholders and clients, both internal and external
Supports PSOD teams in maintaining appropriate standards of quality in identifying and monitoring of development effectiveness and helps to identify potential development impact and additionality of transactions
Leads development of guidelines and training material for project teams and management on the new ex­ ante development impact framework
Supports PSOD Management in institutionalization of the new ex-ante development impact assessment framework by providing necessary input on technical and process related matters.
b. Development of the Portfolio Approach
Leads the work on development of the Portfolio Approach tool for PSOD
Contributes to the design and enhancement of the Portfolio Approach architecture to ensure alignment with the needs of the Management and with PSOD priorities
Leads the analytical work behind the Portfolio Approach tool ensuring effectiveness and usability of the tool
c. Development Effectiveness Reporting and Data Management
Constantly monitors development effectiveness data quality and develops mechanisms to strengthen and improve quality where possible
Leads the review of relevant ADB documents to ensure quality, consistency and alignment with relevant ADB and PSOD strategies and policies from a development effectiveness perspective
Ensures effective consolidation of development effectiveness data for PSOD, and preparing PSOD papers on development effectiveness to be used for communication to Management and the Board
Leads preparation of PSOD's Annual Development Effectiveness Report by coordinating within PSOD and undertaking consultations with relevant ADB departments
d. Strategic Planning
Leads all work related to enhancing the development effectiveness of private sector projects
Participates in interdepartmental working groups to provide inputs from PSOD's perspective on strategic issues, with a particular focus on representing PSOD's views on development effectiveness
Coordinates with other relevant ADB departments for consistency on strategic issues, integration of policy commitments, and knowledge sharing
Contributes to various harmonization initiatives of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs)
e. Knowledge sharing
Participates in sector and thematic networks to keep abreast of latest developments and issues of relevance to PSOD
Liaises with other MDBs to harmonize the identification, monitoring, and reporting on development effectiveness of private sector operations
Ensures effective dissemination of knowledge and information about the PSOD new development effectiveness tools (including ex-ante development impact assessment tool and the portfolio approach) within PSOD and among relevant departments of ADB
f. Staff supervision
Provides leadership and support to reporting staff
Supervises the performance of reporting staff, provides clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance
Ensures the on-going learning and development of reporting staff
g. Management Support
Performs any other tasks that the PSOD Senior Management Team may assign to support PSOD and ADB operations.
Education, Qualifications & Experience
Master's Degree or equivalent in economics, finance, public policy, development, or business administration, or University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered
At least 12 years work experience preferably in the field of development impact assessment and evaluation, with a specific focus on private sector operations
International experience working in several countries
Sound knowledge and experience with designing and implementation of ex-ante development impact assessment framework
Understanding of the portfolio management concepts of development impact
International experience working in development in several countries, preferably in Asia and the Pacific region
Proven ability to work in teams and capability to work in multi-cultural environments
Experience in managing teams and complex projects
Excellent skills in data governance and the use of advanced data processing and visualization tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English is required
Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for International Staff Level 6.
Terms of Appointment
The selected candidate is appointed for an initial term of three (3) years.
ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual appointment salary will be based on ADB's standards and computation, taking into account the selected individual's qualifications and experience.
ADB seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.
Please note that the actual level and salary will be based on qualifications of the selected candidate.
Location: Manila, Philippines
How to Apply:
If you wish to be considered for this position, please complete the Application Form below on or before 11 March 2022. In addition, we encourage you to please attach a copy of the most recent English version of your CV.
All information will be treated in the strictest confidence as we pride ourselves on our professional service.
If you have an initial query rather than an application, kindly email us at
SRI Executive is exclusively retained by ADB to undertake this assignment.
SRI Executive

Manila City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time