Employment

3. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Operations Support Advisory Services Support country and project teams in the review of operations and policy documents at the design stage, in particular for the energy sector. Provide advice to strengthen the economic base of country and sector strategy studies and of policy and investment operations, including participation in relevant operational missions for complex projects. Lead projects and assignments involving moderate to high levels of risk with many variables, requiring constant review of deliverables and process, and multi-discipline including those outside own field of expertise. Perform work independently in own field of specialization, equipped with knowledge and experience of multiple disciplines. Policy and Project Economic Analysis Research Lead in the development and conduct of adaptable research and analytical work on methodologies for country and sector diagnosis and project economic analysis. Lead in the dissemination of research outputs through good practice papers. Learning Programs Significantly contribute in the development and delivery of learning programs to raise the awareness of economics among ADB staff and encourage pertinent application of economic principles and methods in ADB operations. Staff Supervision Take the role of team leader and supervise the work of team members 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 apply technical skills in a team leadership role to resolve and manage complex issues in relation to economic, policy and investment analysis - Able to apply advanced technical knowledge, skills and expertise in the application of economic analysis principles and methods - Able to use technical expertise to advise and support Country teams and DMCs in conducting economic and policy analysis Client Orientation - Has a high level of understanding of the needs of key clients in DMCs (e.g. government agencies, private sector parties, NGOs) - Applies highly developed skills to support external client groups - Seeks feedback from stakeholders on the quality of service and effectiveness of support provided Achieving Results - Focuses on achieving work-related deadlines to meet the expected results of the Division - Regularly monitors the progress of work assignments to ensure performance targets are met on time - Prioritizes work to ensure expected results are achieved Working Together - Develops the team working skills of direct reports - Motivates the team to work effectively together and with others outside the team - Works cooperatively with others to resolve difficulties and conflicts in relation to priority areas and strategies Learning and Knowledge Sharing - Develops innovative processes with staff for knowledge and information sharing - Empowers staff under supervision to make continuous improvements - Encourages the team to share their learning and knowledge

5. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: a. Supervisor   Assistant Chief Economist Work planning, performance feedback, results assessment, and personal development b. External Clients     Project design, knowledge sharing c. Internal Clients     Technical guidance and advice, research on good practices, knowledge sharing and capacity building

6. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A university degree in economics with specialization in public sector economics, development economics and/or at least one of the main sectors of ADB’s operations or of similar multilateral development organizations; 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 10 years of relevant professional experience in development studies and operations, training in economics, research publications, developing country strategies or other related area Excellent oral and written communication skills in English International experience working in development in several countries