Employment

3. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: Strategy and Planning Lead the development of sector strategy options for ADB-supported water resource development efforts. Lead, undertake and supervise economic, thematic, and sector work (ETSW) in emerging water resource management challenges and identify investment opportunities to promote integrated water resources management and regional cooperation in the water sector. Lead ADB cooperation with relevant regional bodies and multilateral regional water programs. Lead the design and administration of regional cooperation activities, including conducting dialogue with national governments, regional organizations, bilateral donors, non-government organizations (NGOs) and other development banks. Contribute substantially to Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) and Business Plans. Lead the development of water sector policies, strategies and plans for developing member countries (DMCs) through the preparation and administration of advisory TA projects. Project Development and Administration Lead missions responsible for the identification, preparation, appraisal and administration of water resources, agricultural water management and natural resources management projects. Contribute substantial technical input into the development and administration of projects in the areas of water resources (Basin Water), water management for agriculture (Rural Water) and sustainable development. Policy and Project Evaluation Lead the review of relevant ADB documents on water sector and natural resources management. Lead the evaluation of water sector policies and projects; intra-regional and regional cooperation activities in the water sector; and on the role of water in developing rural economies and poverty reduction. Staff Supervision Take the role of mission leader and supervise the work of mission 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 lead others to solve complex problems using technical knowledge and skills in relation to Basin Water and Rural Water sectors for sustainable development and poverty reduction - Applies a high level of technical expertise in work in emerging water management challenges and development of ADB water sector policy and strategy, contributing to ADB Communities of Practice (COP) in relevant fields - Uses technical expertise to advise and support Country teams and DMCs and Working Group on Agriculture/Working Group on Environment (WGA/WGE) in developing water policies, project design, and in developing regional cooperation Client Orientation - Focuses own and other efforts on understanding and meeting client needs in DMCs (e.g., government agencies, private sector parties, NGOs and communities) - Able to work effectively with clients - Seeks feedback on the quality of service and makes improvements Achieving Results - Ensures own work contributes to achieving organizational results - Regularly reviews progress to ensure work is on target - Prioritizes own and others’ work to achieve key results areas Working Together - Develops the team skills of team members - Encourages cooperation within and between teams and promotes the value of diversity in teams, such as in different views, culture, nationality, and gender - Facilitates conflict resolution within the team Learning and Knowledge Sharing - Helps staff to find a variety of ways to learn and develop - Empowers staff to make improvements - Encourages the team to learn from each other

5. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: a. Supervisor   Directors Work planning, performance feedback, results assessment, and personal development b. External Clients     Policy dialogue and development, project development and monitoring, knowledge sharing and capacity development; developing partnerships and involvement, donor coordination c. Internal Clients     Support for operations coordination, project management, knowledge and information sharing. Team and mission management. Participation in Communities of Practice in Water Sector

6. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A university degree in water resources, hydrology, agricultural or civil engineering, preferably with complementary training/work experience in other subject areas in rural development 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 10 years of relevant professional experience in water sector project design and administration Able to perform work independently in own field of specialization, equipped with knowledge and experience of multiple disciplines Excellent oral and written communication skills in English International experience working in development in several countries