Employment

Conducts a variety of administrative and paralegal tasks under the direction of counsel.

Conducts basic research on assigned issues, using existing law files and alternative sources (e.g. computer-assisted searches using the internet, intranet or other databases), analyzes information and summarizes findings.

Assists in the preparation of documentation for pleadings before the Appeals Committee and the Administrative Tribunal.

Performs all administrative functions associated with the work of the Institutional and Administrative Special Practice Group.

Reviews existing systems for recording of pleadings and decisions, makes recommendations to improve such existing systems, and oversees maintenance of revised systems.

Bachelor's degree, preferably in personnel administration, law, social sciences, or other relevant field of study.

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

At least 5 years relevant work experience.

Proficiency in multilateral organization's standard software applications required (i.e. sound knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Lotus Notes). Familiarity with multilateral organization's database systems is an advantage.

Excellent typing skills; ability to transcribe material dictated orally and to operate transcription devices.

Excellent writing skills, including good memo composition, editing and proof-reading skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Ability to work to meet rigid deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.

Ability to work with limited supervision.

Ability to work with personnel from different cultural backgrounds.

Good interpersonal and communication skills.

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-AS09-254(2)-OGC 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.