Employment

Statistical Report Generation
Produces statistical reports relating to the procurement of goods, works, and consulting services, as requested by the Board of Directors, Management, operating departments and external clients, using and analyzing information found in a number of ADB databases.

Produces statistical reports for COSO to assess operational trends in the procurement of goods, works and consulting services, using and analyzing information found in a number of ADB databases.

Produces ad-hoc and regular statistical reports for various ADB publications on short-listed consultants, engaged consultants, and goods and works contracts awarded, using and analyzing information found in a number of ADB databases.

Database Management
Assists in building up and maintaining accurate and up-to-date databases on short-listed and awarded contracts, by validating the accuracy of data inputs versus signed goods, works and consulting services contracts.

Assists with the development of web based application for presenting and reporting contract award information for goods, works and consulting services.

Assists with the development of new applications and integrated databases under the Information Systems Technology Strategy II (ISTS II) initiative for managing and analyzing contract award information for goods, works and consulting services. Participates actively in the Manage Procurement Working Group of the P3M project.

Administrative Functions
Posts reports on short-listings and contract awards to adb.org.

Post Procurement Notices on the Business Opportunities section of adb.org.

Assists with the inputting of consulting contract information into the Technical Assistance Information System (TAIS).

Assists with the validation of goods and works contract information input into Loan Financial Information System (LFIS).

Others
Performs other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or director.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, commerce, statistics or a related discipline.

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

At least 5 years relevant experience.

Working knowledge of the policies, procedures and administrative functions related to recruitment of consultants and the procurement of goods and works. Experience in creating and preparing standard and ad-hoc statistical reports, and developing databases. Knowledge of ADB's computer systems and databases that contain information on the procurement of goods, works, and consulting services. Proficient with ADB’s standard suite of computer software and in the use of computer databases to input and extract information. Good analytical skills, including the ability to accurately organize and present data. Able to maintain up-to-date knowledge in concepts and practices related to area of work.

Technical Knowledge and Skills
- Can perform the job independently
- Recognizes and corrects things that are wrong
- Can answer all routine queries and questions

Client Orientation
- Sees colleagues and other departments as clients as well as external contacts
- Speaks and acts with respect towards clients
- Makes changes to help clients when their needs change

Achieving Results
- Manages time to ensure work is completed to deadlines and targets
- Prioritizes to ensure important deadlines are met
- Manages obstacles to getting work done

Working Together
- Regularly assists others in their work
- Has supportive and cooperative relationships with other colleagues in the team
- Complements the work of other team members

Learning and Knowledge Sharing
- Learns new things and keeps knowledge and skills up to date
- Volunteers for training and development
- Explains new methods of work to colleagues and voluntarily shares useful information

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 administrative staff/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-AS09-252(2)-COS1 and job title on subject line and attaching application form to email address LS-jobs@adb.org no later than 6 November 2009, 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 lacking the job reference number and job title or using the wrong e-mail address will not be considered.