Employment

Reviews the adequacy and appropriateness of technical specifications of works for road transport, civil aviation, water transport and sea ports, power and other sectors as required.

Monitors the technical progress of ADB assisted projects in the road transport, civil aviation, water transport and sea ports, and power sectors and prepares the related reports and forecasts of contract awards, disbursements, and implementation progress for assigned projects.

Identifies factors responsible for shortfalls and expedites achievements of target levels.

Undertakes project review missions to review implementation progress and interacts with executing agency, contractors, consultants, and project beneficiaries.

Provides advice and support to executing agencies (EAs) in relation to ADB procurement and consultant policies and procedures and assists in resolving any issues and problems, including review and comments on bidding documents, evaluation reports, and compliance with ADB policies.

Reviews Bid Evaluation Reports and prepares internal procurement papers for approval of projects under the RM administration.

Provides advice on ADB's Anti-Corruption Policy to EAs and assists in ensuring that ADB projects are implemented with sufficient degree of oversight and transparency to deter fraudulent or corrupt acts.

Monitors compliance with loan covenants included in project loan agreements, including loan covenants related to sector reform and project specific loan covenants and ADB safeguard policies.

Participates in Project Implementation Meetings and annual Country Portfolio Review Missions and monitors overall portfolio performance of projects in the road and water transport, energy, ports, water supply and sanitation/infrastructure sectors and other sectors as required.

Provides project implementation support to ADB Headquarter Missions including close coordination with Headquarters-based staff on project administration matters and facilitates effective communications between the ADB, executing agencies, and the Government.

Maintains up-to-date knowledge base of future Government investment plans and approval processes, organizational structure and policies relevant to road and water transport, energy, ports, water supply and sanitation/infrastructure sectors and related subsectors.

Monitors progress of ADB's technical assistance (TA) portfolio in road transport, civil aviation, water transport and sea ports, power, and other sectors as required, and attends tripartite meetings as required.

Prepares Project Completion Reports for delegated projects and TA completion Reports as assigned.

Provides support to loan processing missions in road transport, civil aviation, water transport and sea ports, power, and other sectors as required, with particular focus on implementation arrangements, cost estimates, procurement packaging and related technical issues.

Maintains close cooperation with other overseas development assistance (ODA) donors and undertakes meetings and consultations with them, especially in respect to sector partnerships, as and when required.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Management or related field of expertise; Master's degree preferred.

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

At least 5 years of professional experience in one or more fields of road transport, civil aviation, water transport and sea ports, power, and related sectors; experience in overseas development assistance (ODA) funded projects an advantage.

Experience and knowledge of various stages of the project cycle (project planning/feasibility analysis/detailed design/project implementation/construction supervision/contract management).

Sound knowledge of government institutions/administrative systems/procedures in the road transport, civil aviation, water transport and sea ports, power, and related subsectors.

Knowledge of social safeguard and environmental issues including community participation issues and understanding and knowledge of FIDIC conditions of contract and advantage.

Strong client focus and high levels of commitment to results.

Effective report writing and English communication skills.

Proficiency in word processing, spread sheet analysis, and information technology applications.

Familiarity with local languages and institutions.

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

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 Papua New Guinea. While the position advertised is for Papua New Guinea Resident Mission (PNRM), 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-09-003-PNRM and job title and submit their curriculum vitae not later than 11 December 2009 to:

Country Director
ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK - PAPUA NEW GUINEA RESIDENT MISSION
Level 13, Deloitte Tower, P.O. Box 1992
Port Moresby, NCD, Papua New Guinea
Fax: +675 3210407
E-mail: adbpnrm@adb.org

An electronic application form is available at http://www.adb.org/Employment/PHF-ADB-Application-RM.xls

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