Economic Analysis and Operations Support Division, Economics and Research Department
Closing Date: 13 February 2013 , 5:00 p.m. (1700 Manila Time, 0900 GMT)
Job Purpose:
Identify, design, and undertake analytical work and Technical Assistance (TA) projects in the field of the economics of climate change (involving climate-resilient and low carbon growth), environment and natural resources, and sustainable development, and that are relevant to Developing Member Countries (DMCs) and strategic directions of Asian Development Bank (ADB). Conduct collaborative research/activities and share knowledge with specialists and audience across disciplines, within as well as outside ADB. Contribute to the preparation and dissemination of ERD’s research outputs and publications, and support relevant ADB operations. Work within broad policies and objectives with supervision for critical tasks.Expected Outcomes
a. Economic Research Work- Undertake research and TA projects related to economics of climate change (involving climate-resilient and low carbon growth), environment and natural resources, and sustainable development.
- Provide analytical support in the areas of research expertise.
- Work independently and in research teams to produce high-quality knowledge products.
- Support Management on the direction of ERD's research work and activities in the above field.
- Conduct collaborative research/activities and share knowledge with specialists and audience across disciplines, within as well as outside ADB.
- Contribute to the preparation and dissemination of ERD’s research outputs and publications
- Participate in and contribute to relevant internal and external training and conferences and other activities for advocacy, dissemination and knowledge building.
- Provide knowledge and technical support to operations of other ADB departments, particularly those related to climate change and environment.
- Support economic analysis of projects, particularly those classified under the themes of climate change, clean energy, and low carbon development
c. Staff Supervision
- Provide leadership and support to reporting staff
- Supervise the performance of reporting staff, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance
- Ensure the on-going learning and development of reporting staff.
Educational Requirements:
Doctorate degree, or equivalent, in Economics or related fields with specialization in Climate Change, Natural Resources and Environment; development economics. Master’s degree in Economics, combined with specialized experience in similar organization/s, may be considered in lieu of a Doctorate degree.Relevant Experience And Other Requirements:
- Suitability to undertake the responsibilities mentioned above at the required level.
- At least 6 years of relevant professional experience in economic research.
- Evidence of high quality research output and track record of high quality publications.
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and conceptual skills in economics.
- Demonstrated expertise in economic research and development in developing countries.
- Good understanding of ADB's institutional context, strategies, priorities, and objectives.
- Good interpersonal skills to interact with a variety of ADB stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- International experience working in several countries.
Core Competencies:
Application of Technical Knowledge and Skills- Regularly shares knowledge on new international best practice trends in comparator situations
- Proactively applies relevant international best practices to own work
- Convinces others to adopt international best practice by explaining the situational relevance and benefits
- Helps colleagues work effectively with clients in different contexts and from diverse backgrounds and country situations
- Adapts own approach and style when interacting with clients, as opposed to requiring them to adapt
- Draws upon international best practice in exploring solutions with clients
- Confirms the clients’ understanding and agreement before progressing
- Draws on own and others’ multi-country experience to identify viable courses of action when conducting analyses
- Helps internal and external clients achieve quality results beyond presenting problems and precedent
- Highlights possible solutions for project issues based on relevant multi-country and/or multi-client experience
- Regularly contributes insights and experiences to colleagues in the Division to help them achieve quality results
- Overcomes unexpected difficulties and challenges to produce desired outcomes
- Maintains collaborative relationships within the Department
- Works effectively with diverse colleagues in own and other Divisions and Departments
- Flexibly alters positions and adjusts previously stated points of view to support the group consensus
- Follows through on team priorities in the absence of a team leader
- Checks the audience’s level of understanding and awareness of required follow up actions
- Consistently seeks and addresses feedback on own performance
- Creates knowledge products endorsed for wider distribution based on lessons and multi-country experience
- Independently amends and clarifies messages and documents
- Actively supports work improvement and/or organizational change by work and deed
- Develops and adopts change plans to support Division initiatives on which one works
- Considers current and future client needs in proposing ideas
- Vocalizes early support for change
- Recommends inputs to new policies, systems and processes in immediate work area
Immediate Reporting Relationships / Other Information:
- Supervisor: Assistant Chief Economist, EREA
- The following staff positions may be supervised by the incumbent:
- Administrative Staff
- National Staff
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