Principal Markets Development Advisory Officer

The Principal Markets Development Advisory Officer provides technical, operational, and advisory support to the Special Initiatives and Funds Division's strategic priorities in private sector development, including public-private partnership promotion and new market development. The role involves strategic planning, technical advisory, knowledge management, operational coordination, and staff supervision within the Office of Markets Development and Public-Private Partnership at ADB Headquarters in Manila.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and/or contribute to the planning, implementation and monitoring of OMSF and OMDP's strategic priorities, work programs, and initiatives in support of PSD initiatives, including those related to PPP and markets development
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the PSD shift in line with R99-22 (Organizational Review: A New Operating Model to Accelerate ADB's Transformation Toward Strategy 2030 and Beyond)
• Plan, lead and undertake research, analysis and advisory work on PPP, PSD and related policy and sector specific issues, drawing on international best practices
• Provide technical review and strategic inputs to operational documents, including concept papers, TA papers, AP3F applications, Reports and Recommendations of the President, and country partnership strategies (CPS)
• Support Regional and Sector Departments in identifying, developing, and implementing PPP and PSD solutions
• Support and where required, lead the preparation of CPS inputs for the countries which are identified to have PPP as its significant component including preparation of a Private Sector Assessment and PSD Annex
• Support the preparation of private sector assessment, action plans and frameworks that strengthen country-level pipelines and institutional readiness
• Contribute to and support OMDP's knowledge management activities, including the development, maintenance and enhancement of PPP knowledge platforms, databases, monitoring tools, and knowledge products (e.g., PPP Monitors)
• Provide knowledge/research support to external and internal clients
• Monitor and analyze ADB's PPP/PSD-related data, targets, and performance indicators to support decision-making and institutional reporting
• Contribute and participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives, including conferences, workshops and capacity building programs
• Support delivery of PPP/PSD-related training programs for ADB staff and external clients
• Facilitate collaboration and coordination among Regional and Sectors Departments, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department, Private Sector Operations Department, and other stakeholders (governments, development partners, civil society and private sector entities) to enhance the effectiveness of PPP and PSD operations
• Assist in developing and maintaining partnerships with institutions and agencies involved in various aspects of PPPs
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of operational processes, systems and institutional coordination mechanisms
• Lead and/or oversee the programming, administration, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of AP3F TA projects and other activities related to trust fund management, ensuring effective resource utilization, results monitoring, and compliance with ADB policies and procedures
• Provide guidance, mentoring and quality assurance support to junior local staff, projects teams and consultants
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the supervisors

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in business administration, economics, finance or other relevant fields; or bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, finance or other relevant fields and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered
• At least 10 years relevant work experience and at least 6 years of supervisory experience; related experience in international agencies will be preferred
• Strong analytical and due diligence skills in relation to PPP-related policies and infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of broad issues of PPP policy, project development and infrastructure finance
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of ADB operational processes and procedures
• Experience in assisting preparation and structuring of PPP/transaction advisory services (TAS) projects which will be financed by commercial financing including project finance
• Proven ability to undertake detailed research and analysis on PPP/TAS-related issues, including PPP policy and enabling environment; the government's capacity to develop, prepare, procure and monitor infrastructure projects with PPP; and project's technical, financial and legal aspects
• Proficiency in operating microcomputers and using ADB software packages, for performing word processing, spreadsheets, graphics and database applications
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Able to work collaboratively with teams as a constructive team member
• Able to work effectively with individuals from different cultural/national backgrounds

Skills

• Public-Private Partnership Policy
• Infrastructure Project Finance
• Transaction Advisory
• PPP Project Development
• Due Diligence
• PPP Policy Analysis
• ADB Operational Processes
• Project Finance Structuring
• Research and Analysis
• Microcomputer Operation
• Word Processing
• Spreadsheet Applications
• Database Applications Knowledge
• Technical Advisory
• Strategic Planning
• Staff Supervision
• Intercultural Collaboration
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication

Languages

English