Employment

Country Director and Senior Country Specialist

To provide technical and operational support in the areas of economic analysis and monitoring, programming, and project administration. Incumbent is expected to provide operational assistance in terms of project administration, research, statistical and analytical support. Assignments are well-defined and work is performed under the supervision of a specialist or senior officer.

Supports ADB's country strategy and programming process for host country by assisting the Government and ADB in the assessment of the overall economic performance and development prospects.

Assists in processing and administration of loan and technical assistance (TA) projects in the areas of public sector management, financial sector, private sector development, and statistics development.

Assists in monitoring, analyzing and reporting on macroeconomic and financial sector developments on a regular basis, including maintenance of a comprehensive database.

Supports the Resident Mission’s (RM) economic, thematic, and sector work. Prepares Quarterly Economic Updates and the host country section for Asian Development Outlook and South Asia Economic Review. Supports the publication of RM's Working Paper Series, undertakes economic analysis and forecasts, including maintenance of appropriate macro model for host country.

Supports the monitoring and implementation of host country's poverty reduction strategy and the Poverty Partnership Agreement between the Government and ADB.

Support regular monitoring of country performance under ADB's Performance Based Allocation Policy.

Assists in implementation of ADB's Private Sector Development Strategy and in monitoring ADB's private sector investments in host country.

Supports the RM in coordination with other development partners in the areas of macroeconomic management, financial sector operations, and private sector development.

Participates in and organizes seminars and workshops as required to disseminate findings of relevant TAs and economic sector work supported by ADB.

Maintains contacts with government offices, private sector organizations, academic/research institutions, international agencies and other entities to obtain operationally relevant publications and data.

Undertakes other tasks pertaining to ADB's operations assigned by the Country Director.

Technical Knowledge and Skills
- Can give help and advice to others based on their specialist area of knowledge and skills
- Uses technical knowledge and skills to complete complex work
- Uses technical knowledge and skills to improve work systems

Client Orientation
- Works to meet needs of clients according to ADB policy
- Communicates often with clients and seeks to understand and anticipate their needs
- Adapts own style to suit client preferences

Achieving Results
- Find ways to reduce time and cost of completing work
- Monitors work and progress and makes improvements
- Works with others to overcome problems and find alternative ways to complete work when necessary

Working Together
- Provides practical support and encouragement for team members
- Encourages team members to work together and benefit from diversity in different views, culture, nationality, and gender
- Sets priorities for the team and ensures they are followed through

Learning and Knowledge Sharing
- Learns new skills and knowledge and applies them
- Continuously finds new solutions to problems
- Leads the team in sharing knowledge and expertise

Bachelor's degree, preferably in economics and/or finance; master's degree will be an advantage.

Suitability to undertake the responsibilities mentioned above at the required level.

At least 5 years relevant professional experience.

Specialization in macroeconomics preferred; experience in financial sector and rural/development finance including microfinance would be an advantage.

Strong analytical skills, including application of quantitative methods for economic policy analysis and formulation.

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and the national language.

Excellent computer skills including database management and proficiency in standard econometric and statistical packages.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a multicultural team.

Ability to work independently and under pressure of tight deadlines and multiple demands.

Familiarity with local institutions.

The Asian Development Bank’s vision is a region free of poverty. Established in 1966 and headquartered in Manila, Philippines, ADB's multicultural staff come from over 50 member countries. The advertised position is a local staff position with a local remuneration package. It is open only to persons who are nationals and residents of Nepal. While the position advertised is for the Nepal Resident Mission (NRM), ADB staff must be prepared to serve in any location outside the Resident Mission at the discretion of Management.

Interested applicants should quote Ref. No. EXT-NO-08-004-NRM and job title and submit their curriculum vitae not later than 30 July 2008 to:

Country Director
ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK - NEPAL RESIDENT MISSION (NRM)
Srikunj, Kamaldi, Ward No. 31
P.O. Box 5017, Kathmandu, Nepal
Fax: +977 1 422 5063
E-mail: adbnrm@adb.org

An electronic application form is available at www.adb.org/Employment/appform.asp.

Gender and cultural diversity is a core recruitment value and women are actively encouraged to apply.

Applications from qualified ADB staff will be considered before external applications.

Applications lacking the job reference number and job title or using the wrong e-mail address will not be considered.