Employment

Provide administrative support on the design and implementation of a broad range of human resource functions primarily focused on job analysis and position classification and testing and assessment to support the goals of the Human Resource Strategy (HRS). Contribute to statistical queries, budget and improvement of personnel policies and Information Systems.

Job Analysis and Position Classification
Independently reviews and evaluates jobs to ensure internal equity in the relative job scope across levels as part of the job description validation process.

Liaises with staff within BPMSD to advise on position level complements, reclassification requests, and their implications on the organizational structure of each work unit; drafts memorandums advising client departments/offices of outcomes.

Provides technical inputs and advice on drafting generic competency based job descriptions and clarifying job content and skill requirements with incumbents and supervisors.

Provides technical support in the administration and implementation of various position classification systems and inputs for enhancing current systems and processes.

Recruitment, Selection, and Promotion
Provides support for international and local recruitment (e.g., mission schedule, interview schedules and arrangements, preparation of the offer letter, etc.) and selection (e.g., shortlist and interview potential candidates for supporting staff vacancies).

Oversees the preparation of advertisements for posting, the advertising budget, and maintenance of the related database.

Provides administrative support with the annual recruitment and deployment plan, overall vacancy monitoring, and staffing movements and projections.

Supervises the activities required for internal promotion and support the selection panel to ensure that the process is dealt with in accordance with policies and procedures.

Testing and Assessment
Develops and implements a range of paper-and-pencil and/or computer-based tests for entry-level support staff

Coordinates with client departments/offices to develop and implement prequalification exams for different skills and functional areas.

Ensures the reliability and validation of tests and the continuous improvement for tests to meet the business needs.

Reviews off-the-shelf test materials; recommends purchase and customizes tests for ADB use as necessary.

Drafts memorandums advising client departments/offices of testing results.

Supervises the implementation of the assessment and development center for professional staff.

Performance Management
Performs the overall implementation of the annual performance evaluation exercise

Ensures consistency in the application of procedures, processes and rules with respect to performance management in coordination with the personnel teams.

Provides analysis of the results to determine areas for improvement and ascertain compliance with approved policies and procedures.

Statistics
Coordinates the collection of data and use of statistical analyses to produce various human resources related reports.

Budget Preparation and Monitoring
Supervises the preparation of the Mid-year Budget Review, Revised Budget Estimate and other various budget projections including work programs and manpower estimates.

Personnel Policies
Provides inputs to the design and implementation of special projects and reviews (e.g., Staff Engagement Survey, HRS Review, Administrative Orders and Circulars, review of internal procedures).

Bachelor degree, preferably with a Master degree in Psychology, Organizational Development, Human Resources Management, Organizational Behavior, Business Administration or related field

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

More than 10 years experience in human resources management

In-depth knowledge and understanding of a multilateral institution’s human resources policies and procedures

Proven supervisory and coordination skills

Proficiency in operating computers and using a multilateral institution's standard software for word processing, spreadsheets, graphics and database applications as well as statistical packages (e.g., SPSS).

Strong interpersonal skills required in dealing with the diverse expectations and problems arising from a multicultural environment

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

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

Director and designated Professional Staff.

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. ADB's Headquarters in Manila generally recruits its national officers locally from the Philippines. ADB offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package applicable to local staff. While the position advertised is for ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines, ADB staff must be prepared to serve in any location outside its Headquarters at the discretion of Management.

Apply electronically, quoting Ref. No. EXT-NO08-173(2)-BPHR and job title on subject line and attaching application form to email address LS-jobs@adb.org no later than 16 October 2008, 5:00 p.m., Manila time.

Due to the volume of applications, ADB will not be able to respond to inquiries about application status and will only contact shortlisted candidates. 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.