Senior Education Specialist (TVET and Skills Development)
Job Vacancy | Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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- Reference Number 250338 Position Level TI2 Department Sectors Department 3 Division Human and Social Development Sector Office Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Wednesday, August 13, 2025 Closing Date Wednesday, August 27, 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 Senior Education Specialist (TVET and Skills Development) is assigned in the Human and Social Development Sector Office (SG-HSD) within the Sectors Department 3 (SD3). SD3 aims to deliver impactful sector strategy, initiatives, and integrated solutions that advance ADBโs strategic agenda in finance, human and social development, and public sector management and governance in the region and with ADBโs clients. SD3, which is comprised of three sector offices, delivers or supports sovereign, nonsovereign, and advisory operations; delivers knowledge services; supports regional departments (RDs) and resident missions (RMs) in engaging with developing member countries (DMCs); and ensures ADBโs technical leadership externally and internally.SG-HSD leads policy dialogue, initiatives, and solutions in the human and social development sectors (education, health, social protection, and in broader social development initiatives). SD-HSD is responsible for (i) conceptualizing, processing, and administering lending, grant, and technical assistance (TA) operations; (ii) developing and delivering knowledge services and products to DMCs; and (iii) leading technical work on sector diagnostics and road maps and contributing to business development efforts.
You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to the designated Director, SG-HSD or Senior Director, SG-HSD and will oversee junior Technical Local staff.
Your Role
As a Senior Education Specialist (TVET and Skills Development), you will lead the formulation and articulation of policy and strategies in the education sector in the DMCs, particularly on technical and vocational education training (TVET), skills development and labor market interventions to strengthen the link between training and jobs. You will also lead in identifying, developing, processing, implementing, and administering loans, grants, and TA projects, and provide relevant stakeholders with necessary technical support and knowledge for projects. You will forge necessary technical and financial partnerships at regional and global levels to bring innovative practices and reinforce development results.You will:
- Lead processing and administering subregional and DMC-specific loan, grant, and TAs in TVET, skills development and labor market interventions, with due attention to the countryโs development policies. Collaborate as team member in flagship projects in the education and skills sphere, but also in other sectors, such as water, urban, energy and transport to develop innovative joint operations.
Qualifications
You will need:
Masterโs degree or equivalent in education, economics, engineering , or related fields; or University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position may be considered in lieu of a Masterโs degree. At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in TVET, and in project preparation and administration of projects, practical knowledge, and experience in integration of financial, economic, social, institutional, and safeguard requirements and issues in project design and execution. Two years of relevant experience outside ADB within the past five years is required. Years as an ADB-engaged consultant or contractor are considered experience outside of ADB. Broad experience in the preparation of investment projects and analysis of relevant development policies, including knowledge on procurement and consultant recruitment. Managerial skills and experience leading professionals, teams, and missions for technical matters, projects, decisions in education sector management. Knowledge of human and social development issues in Asia and the Pacific and expertise within a specific area of ADB's operations (economic, sector, or thematic), or breadth across multiple areas with in-depth knowledge within one area. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. International experience working in several countries. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI2.
Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADBโs standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Additional Information
This is a re-advertisement. If you have previously applied, you do not need to resubmit an application. Applications received in response to previous posting will be considered together with applications received in response to this advertisement.
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This position is crucial to the Workforce Rebalancing Framework (2022-2027), a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing ADB's in-house expertise previously sourced from the external workforce. The role seeks seasoned experts with substantial field experience capable of leading policy dialogue, and projects focused on delivering knowledge solutions. Successful candidates may occasionally undertake short-term assignments in other groups or departments when required.
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staffโs particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staffโs performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.
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.
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