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 Social Development Officer (Gender and Development) resides in the Gender Equality Division (CCGE) within the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCSD), in our ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. You will be assigned to primarily support gender mainstreaming in private sector operations. You will report to designated international staff and may oversee consultants.

Your Role

As an Associate Social Development Officer (Gender and Development), you will (i) support private sector projects to effectively mainstream gender equality into design, implementation and evaluation, in line with ADB gender policies, strategies, guidelines and processes; (ii) contribute to consultations and engagement with the client companies, development partners, civil society and other relevant stakeholders in relation to private sector projects; (iii) support technical assistance (TA) projects on gender equality and private sector; and (iii) support development of knowledge products and events on related topics.



You will:

• Support private sector deal teams and clients in designing gender mainstreaming measures that directly narrow gender gaps and incorporate gender equality actions in the design of gender assessment and action plans (GAAPs) for assigned projects in line with ADB’s project gender mainstreaming system.
• Support monitoring of private sector project gender action plans (GAPs) through review of client monitoring reports, participate in online or in-person project reviews and, if required visit project sites, to compile relevant project data, document client progress, prepare reports (including back to office reports), and implement necessary follow-up actions.
• Support preparation of the gender inputs for extended annual review reports for project completion and evaluation of implementation success.
• Support the GAP administration process including updating the existing database on GAP implementation status of private sector projects, in coordination with project team leaders and clients, and provide support for development and roll-out of new bank-wide Gender Equality Monitoring System (GEMS).
• Support gender and private sector TA processing, implementation and administration, including budget, contract management, and disbursements.
• Support development of relevant knowledge products, delivery of knowledge events related to gender equality and the private sector, and support development of reports, case studies, briefing papers or other communication products as required.
• Support work planning, coordination and budget management for CCGE’s private sector gender team.
• Collaborate effectively across CCGE and with ADB private sector and other department colleagues in carrying out all tasks.
Any other work tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Bachelor's degree in gender studies, social sciences, development studies, economics, business or related fields; preferably with advanced training
• At least 6 years of relevant professional experience
• Understanding of and commitment to gender equality in the private sector, including strategies and entry points for advancing gender equality through private sector projects.
• Proven project management experience, preferably relevant to gender equality and/or private sector.
• Proficiency in IT systems and platforms, including MS Word, Power Point, databases and online budget and travel systems. Familiarity with ADB IT systems is an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal proficiency in English
• Experience in knowledge production, events management and communications is an asset.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for NS1.

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

• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)

• Expatriate benefits (for international staff)

Additional Information

ADB will be rolling-out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you
acknowledge and accept the possibility of such changes resulting from the new job grading structure.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 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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ADB seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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