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Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a difference 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 Organizational Resilience Specialist is assigned to the Organizational Resilience and Security Division (CSRS) Division within the Corporate Services Department (CSD). You will be based at our headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to Director, CSRS and will oversee junior team members.
Your Role
As a Senior Organizational Resilience Specialist, you will help shape ADB's strategy to fortify Organizational Resilience. You will lead the creation of strategies, policies, and operational plans designed to improve earthquake preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. You will assess post-disaster needs, create recovery plans, improve infrastructure, and coordinate with different teams during earthquakes at ADB.
You will also manage seismic risks, promote interdepartmental collaboration, engage with member governments, and implement CAPEX projects aimed at enhancing ADB's organizational resilience model.
You will:
- Lead the formulation and implementation of institutional strategies on seismic risk management, including the implementation of CAPEX projects aimed at enhancing ADB's organizational resilience.
- Oversee the program and the operations support team, with a focus on delivering integrated resilience projects per agreed scope, schedule, budgets, and stakeholder experience.
- Develop policy guidance and operational frameworks that enhance the effectiveness of CAPEX projects, focusing on risk identification, mitigation, and capacity.
- Develop a comprehensive change management plan for the CAPEX projects that will be implemented, including stakeholder engagement, communication strategies, training programs, and continuous improvement processes.
- Lead the integration of seismic risk into organizational planning, programming, and CAPEX investment processes. Develop training and knowledge sharing for the assigned CAPEX programs, across the division and other stakeholders as applicable.
- Facilitate cross-sector within ADB and functional coordination with external stakeholders to enhance readiness at institutional and national levels by developing systems and implementing processes that improve long-term resilience capabilities.
- Provide strategic and operational support during seismic events, including development and deployment of seismic monitoring systems, comprehensive situational analysis frameworks, and disaster recovery infrastructure. Contribute to post-disaster needs assessments by creating long-term recovery plans and infrastructure improvements.
- Serve as the focal point for institutional coordination during earthquake events, working with other divisions, Field Offices and departments in ADB.
- Participate in inter-agency coordination efforts, focusing on building partnerships and collaborative frameworks with government agencies, development partners, scientific institutions, and civil society organizations that enhance long-term resilience.
- Perform other duties as assigned and reflected in your work plan.
Qualifications
You will need:
- Master's degree or equivalent in engineering, environmental sciences, risk management, public administration, political/social science, emergency management, disaster risk management, development management, social sciences or other related fields; or University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
- At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in a senior management role including international work experience in several countries in crisis management, emergency response and capacity development, or related area. Experience with an international organization, international non-government organization, or public sector is advantageous.
- Experience developing strategies, operational plans, or policy frameworks related to disaster risk or crisis response.
- Experience in disaster-affected areas and managing emergency responses.
- Experience in liaising and engagement with senior staff, and with senior officials in client governments, collaborator agencies and civil society.
- Leadership experience including mentoring senior and junior staff.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity, client management skills, and capability to create harmony within a multicultural organizational work environment in high stress environments.
- Excellent command of written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Staff grade 2.
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
- Expatriate benefits
Additional Information
This position is funded by a temporary funding source (e.g., a trust fund, financing facility, or capital expenditure budget) and therefore, the renewal of the appointment and its duration are subject to the availability of the funding source.
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 Staff’s particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff’s 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 our Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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