Employment

3. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Loan Disbursements Assist in supervising the processing of loan and TA disbursement claims in coordination with Resident Missions (RMs) and Representative Offices (ROs) under the section’s responsibility to ensure timeliness and accuracy Participate in technical discussions and loan negotiations to ensure disbursement arrangements for proposed TA and loan projects are compliant with ADB disbursement policies. Ensure the timely resolution of disbursement issues in coordination with concerned departments and stakeholders. Participate in or conduct loan disbursement missions to verify statements of expenditure (SOEs) and resolve disbursement issues. Ensure the proper liquidation of long outstanding advances, reconciliation of suspense and imprest accounts, and the timely closure of completed loans and TAs. Loan/TA Portfolio Review Monitor loan/TA effectiveness, disbursement ratio, imprest account ratio, counter part funding issues and loan closing for the assigned portfolio of loans. Knowledge Sharing Assist in providing training to executing agencies (EAs), RM/RO staff to ensure familiarity and the proper implementation of applicable policies and procedures of the Controller’s Department (CTL). Represent CTL on bankwide activities, working groups and committees as assigned. Internal Controls and Systems Assist in the review and recommend accordingly any changes to disbursement systems, policies and procedures to promote timeliness, accuracy and efficiency in processing while maintaining appropriate internal controls. Undertake or contribute to the implementation of special projects for process and systems improvements. 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 - Can give help and advice to others based on their specialist area of knowledge and skills in relation to processing disbursement claims and portfolio monitoring - Uses technical knowledge and skills to complete complex work in processing disbursement claims - 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 clients preferences Achieving Results - Finds 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

5. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: a. Supervisor   Assistant Controller Work planning, performance feedback, results assessment, and personal development b. External Clients     Process loan and TA disbursement claims; ensure disbursement arrangements for proposed projects are compliant with ADB policies; resolve disbursement issues; training to EAs to ensure proper implementation of applicable CTL policies and procedures c. Internal Clients     Contribute to portfolio monitoring; training to RM/RO staff to ensure proper implementation of applicable CTL policies and procedures

6. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A university degree in accounting, finance, business, preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent, with a professional certification, such as CPA 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 broad-based professional experience in accounting and financial control Excellent oral and written communication skills in English International experience working in several countries