Employment

3. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Strategy and Planning Support the development of policies and strategies in the education sector in Developing Member Countries (DMCs) in consultation with relevant government agencies, development partners and Resident Missions. Participate in dialogue with government officials and stakeholders of DMCs on education sector policies, approaches and priority areas for investment, including general and technical and vocational education. Participate in country teams and provide inputs on education sector issues for Country Partnership Strategies (CPS). Conduct economic, thematic and sector work on the education sector. Project Development and Administration Participate in the development and processing of loan and TA projects and NLPS in the education sector, including general and technical and vocational education. Assist in coordinating with Government agencies, stakeholders and development partners in the implementation of education sector loan and TA projects and NLPS. Ensure that key technical, economic, financial and crosscutting issues are addressed in projects. Ensure that projects are implemented in accordance with relevant ADB guidelines and procedures. Knowledge Sharing Liaise with government agencies, non-government organizations (NGOs), multilateral and bilateral organizations to review and exchange information on education sector policies and issues. Contribute to sector and thematic studies, and prepare knowledge products related to education sector issues. Staff Supervision Provide leadership and support to reporting staff. Supervise the performance of reporting staff, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance. Ensure the on-going learning and development of reporting staff.

4. CORE COMPETENCIES: Technical Knowledge and Skills Able to help and advise others based on their specialist area of knowledge and skills relating to education sector development Uses technical knowledge and skills to complete complex work in relation to education sector development 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 Works with clients to find ways to meet changing needs 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 finds alternative ways to complete work when necessary Working Together Provides practical support and encouragement for team members Encourages all team members to work together 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

5. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: a. Supervisor   Director Work planning, performance feedback, results assessment, and personal development b. External Clients     Policy dialogue and advice, project development and design, project monitoring and implementation, knowledge sharing and capacity development c. Internal Clients     Team management, guidance and technical advice, knowledge and information sharing, capacity development, and negotiations

6. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A university degree in education, economics, social sciences, or other related fields; preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent

7. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Suitability to undertake the responsibilities mentioned above at the required level At least 6 years of relevant professional work experience related to education sector policy and project formulation, implementation and coordination Familiarity with a multilateral institution’s policies and procedures Strong analytical, negotiation, interpersonal and communication, and multidisciplinary skills Ability to write effectively, particularly technical papers and studies Excellent oral and written communication skills in English International experience working in development in several countries