Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a difference in 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 Young Professional may be assigned to an operations department (e.g. CCSD, PSOD, OMDP, or Sectors Department) or to a direct operations support department (e.g. ERDI, SPD), depending on the successful candidate's background and fit.

You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines, and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.
You will report to the Director and/or designated Technical International staff and may supervise junior team members.

Your Role

The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is ADB's entry-level recruitment program for motivated individuals seeking a career in international development. It offers opportunities to develop professional skills, understand ADB's operations, and help achieve Strategy 2030.

As a Young Professional (YP), you will contribute to ADB's mission and execution of main instruments comprising loans, technical assistance (TA), grants, advice, and knowledge.

Your Responsibilities

a. Strategy and Planning

• Assist and participate towards the development of policy and strategy of ADB.
• Apply own complex expertise to support others in research and analysis including development impact of ADB operations.

b. Project Management

• Assist and participate in the development, processing and administration of non-complex loans, grants, and TA projects. 
• Support integration of ADB's policies and guidelines in the design and implementation of projects.

c. Knowledge Sharing

• Contribute to ADB's activities for advocacy, knowledge sharing and building.

You will need:

• A University degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Environment, Law, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or other areas relevant to ADB's operations. A post-graduate level degree or its equivalent is preferred.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in any of the following fields: macro or development economics, climate change, commercial/investment banking or corporate investment, education, energy, environment, financial sector, public health, public-private partnership, rural development, transport, urban planning, water operations, and agriculture and natural resources. PhD will be considered in lieu of work experience.
• International experience in areas related to ADB operations will be an asset.
• Not more than 32 years old upon joining ADB.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International level 1.

The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

Apply online via Young Professional | Asian Development Bank (https://www.adb.org/careers/250742).