Associate Secretariat Officer
Job Vacancy | Thursday, June 19, 2025
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- Reference Number 250470 Position Level TL4 Department Office of the Secretary Division The Secretary's Office Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Thursday, June 19, 2025 Closing Date Thursday, July 3, 2025 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position of Associate Secretariat Officer is assigned in the Office of the Secretary (SEC). SEC is responsible for providing strategic and operational support to the ADB, the Board of Governors, and the Board of Directors. You will be based at our headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the designated Technical International Staff.
Your Role
As an Associate Secretariat Officer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing Board programs, serving as the overall coordinator for Board committees and working groups, and coordinating activities in the SEC front office, such as preparing briefing notes for the President.
You will:
- Contribute to the planning, organization, and implementation of programs for the Board, such as the Board Orientation Program and the Board and Management Retreat; and coordinate the preparation of summaries of discussion of these programs.
Qualifications
You will need:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications, or related fields. At least 8 years of relevant professional experience. Work collaboratively within teams as a constructive team member and coordinate across teams. Demonstrated client orientation; sensitized to working in a diverse and multicultural environment. A high degree of integrity in handling confidential matters. Proficient in standard software programs used in multilateral organizations Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical Local Staff grade 4.
Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Paid leave (including parental) Medical and health benefits Life and other insurance plans Staff development Retirement plan
Additional Information
This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff's particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff's performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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