Job: Director (Strategy and Policy Department)

Location: Manila 
Deadline: Monday, 07 October 2013 

Description

Job Purpose:

To provide ADB with strategic planning perspective and direction; help SPD management to mobilize Development Fund (ADF), ordinary capital resources (OCR) and technical assistance (TA) resources; allocate ADF, OCR and TA resources effectiv

Expected Outcomes

Operations Planning and Coordination

• Leads and coordinates the preparation of the Work Program and Budget Framework, Planning Directions, and Operational Resource Parameters
• Ensures strategic allocation and monitoring of OCR and ADF, and the proper management of TA and grants
• Leads and coordinates the ADB's annual country performance assessments (CPA) of all ADF countries and debt sustainability analysis (DSA) of ADF-only countries
• Leads and coordinates review of country classification and the preparation of country creditworthiness assessments
• Coordinates with Office of Risk Management and Treasury Department and provides policy advice on planned operations to operations departments and Management in area of expertise.
• Provides support to Management and the Board of Directors on various operations coordination issues

Strategy and Policy

• Develops and maintains graduation, and performance based allocation (PBA) policies, strategies, and business processes.
• Ensures ADB staff's understanding of Strategy 2020, policies and business processes, and MfDR
• Supports Management in mobilizing sufficient resources (ADF, OCR and TA)
• Provides support to the Office of the President as required

Coordination and Cooperation

• Coordinates and cooperates with other multilateral development banks (MDB) groups in implementing PBA and DSA
• Coordinates on data sharing with Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) and with various aid transparency initiatives in reporting ADB's operation activities

Division Operations Management

• Oversees the effective day-to-day operations and provide guidance on issues and ADB policies.
• Facilitates effective coordination and cooperation with other ADB departments and internal stakeholders.
• Leads the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the Division's work program.
• Undertakes the performance management of the Division.
• Manages budget and resource allocation for the Division.

Staff Supervision

• Creates and leads multidisciplinary teams and ensure the overall quality of its work.
• Manages the performance of teams and individuals by providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance.

• Provides coaching and mentoring to team and individuals and ensures their on-going learning and development.

Educational Requirements:

• A Master's degree or equivalent in Economics, Finance, Public/Business Administration or related fields or other subjects relevant to the Division's work. University degree in Economics, Finance, Public/Business Administration or other subjects relevant to the Division's work, combined with specialized experience in similar organization/s, may be considered in lieu of a Master's degree.

Relevant Experience And Other Requirements:

• Suitability to undertake the position's responsibilities at the required level;
• At least 15 years of relevant professional experience and demonstrated technical competence of the position's responsibilities;
• International experience working in several countries
• Substantial experience in strategic planning, development finance and administration, policy-oriented research studies, and analyses of development problems;
• Multidisciplinary skills and proven ability to liaise effectively with staff and Management;
• Strong leadership with good managerial, interpersonal, and negotiating skills;
• Broad-based exposure to operational policies and procedures; and
• Working knowledge of information technology systems and application software.

Core Competencies:

Application of Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Develops and shares new theories and applications
• Develops other specialists in ADB and client organizations as a subject matter expert
• Convinces sophisticated clients to follow ADB's technical advice
• Focuses on creating depth in area of technical expertise within ADB

Client Orientation

• Leads complex client negotiations to achieve mutually agreeable outcomes
• Guides others on how to effectively involve diverse groups of stakeholders and clients in strategic planning
• Ensures consistent client satisfaction, particularly in highly sensitive and complex situations
• Proactively manages relationships with decision makers and opinion leaders that contributes to achieving ADB's goals

Achieving Results and Problem Solving

• Conducts complex analyses and reviews to achieve planned results
• Integrates projects and programs contributing to sector, country, and regional results
• Identifies and plans for future issues in programs and initiatives
• Designs operational processes, resources, and systems, to deliver higher quality results at lower cost
• Manages for results by planning staff resources, implementing, monitoring, and reporting outcomes

Working Together

• Leads the achievement of interdepartmental or multi-client project goals
• Builds sustainable and productive long-term relationships with strategic partners at Ministerial, Central Agency and Sector level while appreciating differing objectives and concerns
• Actively manages potential team conflict situations before they arise
• Builds a safe environment within teams where staff and clients feel comfortable to openly share differing views and opinions

Communication and Knowledge Sharing

• Diligently seeks and acts on feedback from internal and external stakeholders
• Consistently provides the appropriate level and amount of communication to internal and external stakeholders
• Develops approaches for information access and the dissemination of relevant knowledge solutions
• Stimulates the formation of novel and useful knowledge products and services

Innovation and Change

• Acts as a change sponsor to win the support of those who are resistant to Strategy 2020 or organizational changes
• Persuasively communicates the reasons for organization change, addressing concerns and encouraging thinking beyond possible immediate personal inconveniences
• Anticipates the need for changes in policies and procedures to increase the effectiveness of ADB's assistance
• Drives the development of a continuous improvement and openness to change culture throughout ADB

Managing Staff

• Ensures consistent and transparent application of staff policies in all situations, even when challenged by stakeholders
• Proactively manages the performance of all staff by delivering meaningful feedback about strengths, development areas, and performance issues at all opportunities
• Prioritizes staff management by building an open and supportive environment where all staff are focused on results, even in difficult situations
• Motivates staff to collaboratively achieve Departmental results and collectively share achievements
• Considers team strengths, development priorities, and divisional accountabilities, when distributing tasks and accountabilities

Leadership and Strategic Thinking

• Aligns words with actions
• Seeks opportunities to gain support and buy-in from internal and external stakeholders for ADB's vision, mission and strategy
• Motivates others who are unclear or not aligned with the priorities of Strategy 2020 by explaining the rationale and big picture supporting objectives
• Sought out to assist in aligning Departmental and organizational strategies and work plans with the needs of Strategy 2020
• Consistently involves current and potential stakeholders in designing and managing organizational changes needed to achieve ADB's strategic objectives

Accountability

• Consistently assumes responsibility for Divisional or Departmental actions by explaining successes, failures, and proposing remedial actions
• Invests significant time in creating a culture of accountability and responsibility by using experience and advice to guide others
• Share accountability to improve the Division or Departmental performance and effectiveness
• Quickly manages and resolves situations when accountabilities are not met

Inspiring Trust and Integrity

• Expresses views and behaves that enforces ADB values and inspires others to follow
• Establishes an environment that encourages open communication and responsible information sharing
• Delivers on commitments, obligations, and promises
• Avoids abuse of power or authority in any circumstance
• Consistently applies and upholds ADB rules and code of conduct
• Takes prompt and consistent action to address unprofessional, improper, or unethical behavior, including possible misconduct and violations to ADB's anticorruption policy
• Acts promptly to address any situations of perceived, potential, or actual conflicts of interest
• Maintains confidentiality of information in accordance with ADB rules

Immediate Reporting Relationships / Other Information:

• Supervisor: Director General, Strategy and Policy Department
• The following staff positions may be supervised by the incumbent:
  • Administrative Staff
  • National Staff
  • International Staff

Women are encouraged to apply.

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