Associate Project Analyst - Asian Development Bank - Manila, Philippines

Infrastructure Finance Division 1, Private Sector Operations Department

Closing Date: 1 March 2013 , 5:00 p.m. (1700 Manila Time, 0900 GMT)

 

Job Purpose:

Provides general support to the Private Sector Infrastructure Finance Division 1 (PSIF1) in the performance of operational and administrative functions, and those related to planning work and project administration; to contribute to improvement and strengthening of PSIF1's knowledge base and risk management.

Expected Outcomes

Works independently on all or a combination of the following transactions and/or clearly defined areas, depending on the assignment/instructions from supervisors (International Staff):
Administrative and Planning Support
Assists with planning of various initiatives designed to facilitate PSIF1's interaction with other ADB departments/offices and with the development of systems and procedures to facilitate liaison and contact with partner institutions.

Operational Knowledge Database
Provides research/analytical support in tracking, collecting and analyzing trends, developments, and best practices in infrastructure design and financing.
Statistical Reports
Provides data/statistics in PSIF1 for generation of periodic reports for PSIF1/Management on the status/progress of project administration, information on project approvals, financial closures, disbursements, project implementation, stock and cash dividends receipts, and sale of equity of stocks or rights. Prepares and reviews disbursements and project documentation.
Disbursement
Provides support in processing disbursement requests, review of withdrawal applications, verification of compliance with disbursement conditions, follow-up on submission of required documents and review of their completeness/validity, preparation of correspondence, and review of ADB's share of financing commitments.

Mission Participation and Project Reviews
Participates in various missions to meet commitments for project annual reviews and/or project completion reports, collects and analyzes financial condition and performance of project companies and prepares draft for the various reports required.
Loan and Equity Covenants
Ensures investee's adherence to all on-going obligations for reviewing quality, timeliness and information content of all periodic information received from clients; monitors loan covenants; and draws to dealing officers' attention any perceived deterioration in status of investee. Maintains records needed to monitor compliance with loan and equity covenants, follows up outstanding obligations of borrowers such as submission of financial statements, monthly and/or quarterly progress reports.
Waivers, Amendments and Consents
Undertakes all internal and external activities required to process waiver, amendments to agreements and consent requests.
Financial Analysis
Carries out analysis of financial statements and quarterly or monthly financial reports, using a spreadsheets template model in evaluating the financial condition and financial performance of assigned projects highlighting the covenanted financial ratios.
Insurance
Maintains inventory of insurance policies on loans assigned which would include assessing the adequacy of the insurance cover and relevant period.
Security Documentation
Maintains a database of all relevant agreements and security documentation relating to each project.
Private Sector Semi-Annual Report (PSSR)
Assists in the preparation and updates of individual PSSR, on a semi-annual basis, for those loan and equity projects outlining all required details, e.g. disbursements, dividends, submission of financial statements, recent developments, prospects, problems and remedial actions, valuation of equity, list of shareholders. Updates information in the Private Sector System (PSS).

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree

Relevant Experience And Other Requirements:

Work experience
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience
Technical knowledge

• Working knowledge of assigned area
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of Bank operational processes and procedures
• Able to undertake background research and analysis on difficult but well defined tasks, collect and organize required data and information, apply appropriate computer skills in analyzing and developing the data, and prepare notes, papers and sections of reports
• In-depth understanding of the interactions between different Bank work areas and relevant workflows and their purposes
• Good analytical thinking with ability to make simple causal links, pro-and-con lists and analyses to reach a decision, and set priorities for tasks in order of importance
• Proficient in ADB standard software programs and information technologies

People and leadership skills
- Able to liaise and work effectively with staff within own work location and throughout ADB
- Able to work collaboratively with teams as a constructive team member
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Core Competencies:

Application of Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Deals with routine queries and correspondence in accordance with procedures
• Proactively seeks relevant development opportunities and submits for approval
• Produces summaries and frameworks by collecting and analyzing diverse information

Client Orientation

• Adjusts style and approach to respect and serve different clients
• Conveys messages by asking questions and using different approaches
• Identifies when a client issue requires escalation
• Responds to clients without prompts or reminders from senior colleagues

Achieving Results and Problem Solving

• Proposes solutions to minimize delays and setbacks in completing work
• Reviews all task objectives and achieves core deliverables
• Uses time management and organizational skills to promptly complete work to the required standard
• Delivers beyond the stated task objectives

Working Together

• Consistently works effectively with individuals of different views, culture, nationality, gender, and age
• Consistently seeks assistance when requirements are unclear
• Provides timely updates on relevant information
• Freely shares and seeks useful knowledge and to complete work

Communication and Knowledge Sharing

• Uses effective written and oral communication in preparing documents, presentations and interactions
• Asks questions to understand how to follow up on feedback
• Locates relevant information to expedite workflow

Innovation and Change

• Adopts new policies, systems and processes in a timely fashion
• Shares ideas for how work can be completed more effectively

Immediate Reporting Relationships / Other Information:

• Supervisor: Designated International Staff and senior National Staff

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