Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position is assigned in the Policy, Analytics and Legal Services Division (BPAL) within the Budget, People, and Management Systems Department (BPMSD).
You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to Director, BPAL or designated international staff and officer.
Your Role
As Associate Legal Officer (Human Resources), you will provide legal support on institutional and administrative matters. You contribute to the drafting and review of HR-related administrative orders (AOs) and instructions (AIs), ensuring consistency with policies. You will also help handle personnel cases on disciplinary, performance, termination, and grievances across conciliation, administrative review, appeals, and Administrative Tribunal stages, along with other related administrative tasks.
You will:
Administrative Orders (AOs) and Administrative Instructions (AIs)
Grievance, Appeals and Tribunal Cases
Training, Manual of Resident Mission/Office, and Others
You will need:
Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package The salary will be based on ADB’s standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Paid leave (including parental)
Medical and health benefits
Life and other insurance plans
Staff development
Retirement plan
Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff's particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff's performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.
AboutUs
ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together, ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives, build quality infrastructure, and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966, ADB is headquartered in Manila and owned by 69 members—50 from the region.
ADB only hires nationals of its69 members
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ADB wants 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.
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