Vacancy Announcement from Asian Development Bank 

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 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 its Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.

Position: Senior Project Officer (Transport) – (220020)

> Primary Location: Nepal Resident Mission-Nepal-Kathmandu
> Department: South Asia Department
> Division: Nepal Resident Mission
> Staff Category: National Staff (Field Office)
> Position Level: NS 3

The position is assigned to Nepal Resident Mission (NRM), South Asia Regional Department (SARD) to provide technical and operational support and /or leading the Nepal Resident Mission (NRM) in the transport sector.

Job Purpose
- The Senior Project Officer (Transport)contributes to the Nepal Resident Mission (NRM) by supporting and/or leading loan/Technical Assistance (TA) processing and administration, portfolio management, sector work, and other general sector activities, with focus on transport sector, both, if applicable for public and private sector operations. The incumbent will report to designated international staff (IS) and will supervise administrative staff (AS)

Qualifications
Relevant Experience & Requirements

> Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related infrastructure and management fields; preferably with Master’s Degree or equivalent
> At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in project management and implementation, with preferably at least 3 years’ experience in the transport sector; and at least 4 years of supervisory experience
> Experience and knowledge of various stages of the project cycle (project planning / feasibility analysis / detailed design / project implementation / construction supervision / contract management) is desirable;
> Experience and knowledge of the transport sector is required, with experience and knowledge of the civil aviation sectors as an added advantage;
> Sound knowledge of government administrative systems and procedures;
> Familiarity with accepted best practices of procurement and disbursement processes.
> Proven ability to liaise and work effectively with the EAs, senior government officials, other project stakeholders, staff within own work location, and other international organizations, in procurement and undertaking policy dialogues;
> Ability to work collaboratively with teams as a constructive team member, as a mission leader and a project team member;
> Proven effective report-writing and communication skills in English;
> Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for National Staff Level 3.

ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual appointment salary will be based on ADB’s standards and computation, taking into account the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline: 02-Feb-2022

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