Country Operations Head at Asian Development Bank

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Portfolio Management, Capacity Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Quality Assurance, Business Planning, Operations Coordination, Team Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, Cultural Sensitivity, Technical Expertise, Financial Management, Climate Change, Public-Private Partnership, Development Cooperation

Industry

International Trade and Development

Description

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia Are you ready to make a difference 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 of Country Operations Head is assigned to the Armenia Resident Mission (ARRM) within the Central and West Asia Department (CWRD). You will be based at our Resident Mission Office in Yerevan, Armenia and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered You will report to the Country Director (CD), ARRM with a matrix reporting to the Regional Head, Operations Coordination Unit (CWOC) of CWRD. You will oversee junior team members. Your Role As Country Operations Head, you will assist the country director in the sound management of operations in the assigned resident mission. You will coordinate country programming, business planning, quality assurance, and portfolio monitoring and organize the provision of operations services to project teams. You will do: a. Country Portfolio Management and Programming Lead the country portfolio performance review. You will be responsible for management, monitoring and reporting on sovereign and non-sovereign operations (programming, pipeline and portfolio management) at country level to achieve country Key Performance Indicators. Provide high-level guidance on operational issues and compliance with ADB policies. Actively takes part in operations and portfolio networks, facilitated by Regional Operations Coordination and Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department. Guide project teams on country-specific project and portfolio management issues and leads portfolio, programming and pipeline related missions and activities with government. Oversee project related communication and coordination with government and stakeholders. Consult with clients to swiftly resolve country-wide issues, and coordinate the resolution of project-specific issues, in collaboration with the solutions departments/offices. Support CD in assuring that project/TA implementation arrangements are designed to meet country context. Guide sectors in the design and processing of projects to ensure that they are delivered to promote ADB's regional and country priorities, meet DMC needs, and fit the local context. Oversee the country programming including the allocation of operational resources in the country in collaboration with sector groups, Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD)/ Office of Markets Development and Public–Private Partnership (OMDP) and the regional operations coordination office. You will work with country management team members to create a portfolio of cross-cutting and innovative projects that meet client needs and advance ADB's priorities, e.g. climate change and Private Sector Development. Maintain pipelines and oversee progress of lending and non-lending by monitoring and facilitating the work of solutions departments for the delivery of the country program. Liaise with development partners on co-financing opportunities. Provide inputs into Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) and CPS reviews from a programming, pipeline and portfolio management perspective. Advise CD and backstops the quality of project-level documentation, concurrences and decisions for sovereign operations and technical assistance, as determined by Staff Instructions and Project Administration Instructions. Liaise with Regional Operations Coordination Head on all matters of quality assurance. b. Work Planning Support CD and the country management team in preparation of the Resident Mission's work plan and alignment with regional department KPIs. Be the head of the secretariat to the country management team, supporting the CD to set standard operating procedures for its effective functioning. Organize and advise on the provision of certain operations services (e.g., safeguards, procurement, financial management) and thematic services (e.g., climate change, gender), to ensure adequate support to project teams delivering operations in the country c. Capacity Development Organize and provide operational capacity development to staff and external clients on sovereign operations management. Manage the performance of teams and individuals providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance. Provide mentoring to team and individuals and ensure their ongoing learning and development. Undertake other activities as designated by CD and Regional Operations Coordination Head. Coordinate with Head Regional Operations Coordination and Head Regional Cooperation and Integration, Lead Economist and Head, Private Sector Development. You will need: Master's Degree, in engineering, finance, economics, business administration or related fields. University degree in engineering, finance, economics, business administration and related fields and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered. At least 12 years relevant professional experience in managing projects, portfolios and pipelines for development institutions. International experience working in development in several countries. Experience in building capacity of staff in projects or processing of loans/technical assistance. Proven management and leadership qualities. Demonstrated cultural sensitivities. Technical experience in one or more key sectors of ADB operations preferred. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI3. 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) 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 Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 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 fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030 ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members. To view ADB Organizational Chart, please click here 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. Visit ADB Careers FAQ for more information. #LI-Onsite

Responsibilities

The Country Operations Head will assist the Country Director in managing operations within the Armenia Resident Mission, focusing on country programming, quality assurance, and portfolio monitoring. This role involves leading the country portfolio performance review and coordinating with project teams and stakeholders to ensure effective project implementation.