Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a difference in 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 of Senior Partnerships Specialist is assigned to the Strategic Partnerships Division (SPSP) within the Strategy, Policy, and Partnerships Department (SPD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.

You will report to the Director, SPSP and will oversee junior team members.

Your Role

As a Senior Partnerships Specialist , you will help deliver ADB's strategic partnership management activities with non-regional member shareholders and other relevant partners. You will play a central role in the Partnerships Team through demonstration of sound political economy skills, mapping the shareholder authorizing environment as it pertains to development finance and maintain relationships with diverse actors.

You will also contribute to, and where delegated, deliver the preparation of briefing materials for senior Management based on excellent drafting skills, understanding of the political context in capitals and experience with global development issues.

You will work within a framework of broad policies, principles and goals, independently selecting work methods.

You will:

• Establish networks across ADB and develop relationships with capitals or ministries of shareholders.
• Communicate with sovereign and other concessional partners to understand authorizing environment and partner's priorities and concerns.
• Establish new cooperation or financing partnerships.
• Prepare for high-level consultations with shareholders.
• Map and understand the political economy in shareholder countries.
• Develop intelligence-based products to support senior management and their strategic engagement in high-level fora.
• Prepare briefing materials for senior management.
• Market ADB's strategies, operational plans, and administration of funds.
• Identify prospective partners for financing partnerships.
• Coordinate non-transaction-specific fundraising engagement with Partners for both sovereign and nonsovereign operations.
• Manage junior team members, monitor and feedback on their performance, learning and development.

You will need:

• Master's degree in international development, public/government relations, Economics or relevant fields; or University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered
• At least 10 years of experience in strategic relationship management and public or government relations at a senior level.
• Understanding of international development institutional architecture and major global development issues; preferably experience working in an international development institution.
• Experience writing briefing materials for high-level officials and raising positions in high-level meetings.
• Experience implementing development programs in the Asia and Pacific region.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English and additional European language/s.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI2.

Benefits

ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits (if applicable)
• Relocation (if applicable)
• Retirement plan
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

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.

About Us

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.

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