Employment

1. JOB PURPOSE:

Lead the planning, development, and execution of new initiatives in the water supply and sanitation sector across all Asian Development Bank (ADB) developing member countries (DMCs). Lead and provide technical and operational support to operating teams in relation to sector assessments, roadmap preparation, processing and/or implementation of specific transactions in the sector. Support ADB’s Water Financing Program and Water Financing Partnership Facility, and work closely with the Special Initiatives Group (RSOD-SI) in the Regional and Sustainable Development Department (RSDD) as well as with task forces set up in the operational departments, in the definition and roll out of special water supply and sanitation initiatives. Work within general policies, principles and goals, working directly with clients.

2. EXPECTED OUTCOMES:

1. Policies, Strategy, and Frameworks

• Lead and provide technical and policy advice to water supply and sanitation sector staff and DMC clients to develop innovative policies and projects consistent with the strategic objectives of ADB and priorities of DMCs, as well as innovative programs that would accelerate achievement of Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
• Lead and provide advice on climate change vulnerability and disaster risk assessments and mitigation for urban areas in relation to water supply and sanitation.
• Lead and undertake interregional studies and research to promote new technologies, policies and sector assessments.
  
  

2. Operational Advice and Support

• Lead and support water supply and sanitation sector operations of ADB in upstream portfolio development work, including targeted sector assessments, diagnostics and roadmaps.
• Contribute substantially to the definition and execution of coaching and training programs targeting ADB staff, with a focus on technical and operational aspects under existing and new initiatives.
  
  

3. Project Management

• Lead and support regional technical assistance (RETA) projects in the water supply and sanitation sector.
  
  

4. Promotion of Regional Cooperation

• Support ADB operations in planning, developing and executing new initiatives, including support of regional cooperation in the water supply and sanitation sector, focusing mainly on technical and operational matters related to water supply and sanitation, wastewater and waste management.
  
  

5. Knowledge Sharing

• Lead and support strengthening of knowledge and innovation services for catalyzing investments, reforms, and capacity development.
• Develop and maintain a knowledge database on the water sector across the region covering (i) the overall structure of the service, the decentralization process, the role of municipal entities, a list of key service providers and financiers, investment needs over the short, medium and long term, investment trends and key enabling conditions to increase investments in the sector; and (ii) information on best industry practice including the type of technical and operational due diligence needed for project preparation.
• Act as the focal point for ADB’s institutional relations in the sector, and liaise with other development partners, different media, selected service providers and DMCs.
• Organize special events to support and guide ADB interventions, strategies and investments in the sector.
• Represent RSID and ADB at water-related events and international fora each year.
  
  

6. 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 ongoing learning and development of reporting staff.
  

3. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

A university degree in Engineering, Science, Finance, Economics, Management or other related fields; preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent.

4. 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 developing infrastructure projects in urban/rural water supply, sanitation and wastewater projects with strong focus on operational and technical matters, preferably with related experience in other mature and emerging markets and practical experience in developing private-public-partnership projects; a progressive career combining operational work with management and business development will be ideal
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to organize, lead, and supervise teams
• Excellent presentation and international skills to articulate and represent ADB’s activities and directions in conferences and workshops, dynamically participate in networks, and interact effectively with ADB management, staff, and counterparts in other institutions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• International experience working in development in several countries, preferably in the Asia Pacific region
  
  

5. CORE COMPETENCIES:

Technical Knowledge and Skills
- Able to lead others to solve complex problems using technical knowledge and skills related to water supply, sanitation and wastewater projects
- Applies a high level of technical expertise in work in relation to water supply and sanitation, climage change vulnerability and disaster risk assessments and mitigation for urban areas
- Uses technical expertise to advise and support Country teams and DMCs in developing policy, and in project design

Client Orientation
- Focuses own and other efforts on understanding and meeting client needs in DMCs (e.g., government agencies, private sector parties, non-government organizations)
- Able to work effectively with clients
- Seeks feedback on the quality of service and makes improvements

Achieving Results
- Ensures own work contributes to achieving Divisional and Departmental 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

 

6. IMMEDIATE REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

The position reports to: Director, RSID

The following staff positions report to the Senior Water Supply and Sanitation Specialist: National Officers and Administrative Staff

7. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Established in 1966 and headquartered in Manila, Philippines, ADB's multicultural staff come from over 50 member countries. ADB offers an internationally competitive salary paid in US dollars. Salaries and benefits are generally free of tax except for citizens of some countries, primarily the USA and the Philippines, whose incomes are taxed by their respective governments. While the position advertised is for the ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines, ADB staff must be prepared to serve in any location outside its Headquarters at the discretion of Management. Applicants must be nationals of one of ADB's member countries.

Apply electronically, quoting Ref. No. EXT-PS09-293(2)-RSID and job title on subject line and attaching application form to email address PS-jobs@adb.org no later than 13 November 2009, 5:00 p.m., Manila time.

International experience will be taken into consideration.

Women are encouraged to apply.

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.