Current Employment Opportunities at African Development Bank Group

African Development Bank Group (AfDB) – Established in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 80 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries). The Bank’s development agenda is delivering the financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Division Manager – Syndications and Co-Financing (FIST1)

Position Number: 50092453
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: PL2

The Complex

• The Vice Presidency for Finance oversees the financial management of the Bank Group. This encompasses the Bank Group’s treasury activities including borrowings from the capital markets and investment activities; controllership functions including financial reporting and loan administration; strategic resource mobilization and the strengthening of the non-statutory financial resources and instruments; the overall asset/liability management for the Bank Group.

The Hiring Department / Division

• The Syndication, Co-Financing and Client Solutions Department mobilizes and leverages resources in Africa and outside Africa for the financing of investment projects and programs; promotes the investment of public and private capital in Africa in projects or programs designed to contribute to the economic development or social progress of the Bank’s Regional Member Countries; designing innovative structured finance products and solutions for the Bank’s clients; structuring significant risk transfer instruments for balance sheet optimization or capital management; and implementing and administering co-financing facilities, local currency financing solutions and blended financing mechanisms.

The Position
The position of Division manager of Syndication and Co-Financing reports to the Director of Syndication, Co-Financing and Client Solutions Department and has the overall responsibility to:

• Provide centralized syndication and co-financing for the entire Bank Group in the public and private sectors for lending operations
• Establish the African Development Bank as the leading arranger of syndication and co-financing in Africa;
• Supervise the effective implementation of various in house co-financing facilities and design and negotiate new co-financing agreements;
• Mobilize funding from all external investors – commercial banks, Development Finance Institutions, Export Credit Agencies, Pension Funds, etc. – to leverage the development impact and the effective deployment of the Banks’s risk capital;
• Mobilize resources from the many development partners and other related agencies with whom the African Development Bank has ongoing syndication or co-financing relationships or with whom  Memorandums of Understanding have been signed;
• Institutionalize blended finance in the Bank while working with the resource mobilization department to attract concessional and grant resources to support the Bank’s blended finance action plan;
• Integrate syndication and co-financing into operations, so that the mobilization of external funding becomes the standard business model;
• Support investment officers and task managers in identifying co-financing opportunities and promoting the unit’s products to borrowers / sponsors;
• Assist with the structuring and pricing of proposals by feeding back market intelligence;
• Enable the Bank to manage its existing portfolio of assets through secondary sales/securitizations and any other balance sheet optimization mechanism.

Key Functions
Under the general supervision of the Director, the duties and responsibilities of the Division Manager include:

• Lead the syndication process for transactions where the Bank is appointed lead or co-lead arranger and execute A/B loan co-financing and development finance institution syndications, sharing responsibilities, as appropriate, with co-arrangers.
• Assist in formulating the design and implementation of a syndication and co-financing strategy and associated guidelines to ensure a fully integrated function with the Bank’s operations while aligning with market best practices.
• Provide solutions to fund-raising and resource mobilization issues for operations and develop new mobilization approaches/products and partners.
• Proactively engage and provide structuring guidance to Investment Officers and Project Officers, and actively participate in the presentation of co-financing options and proposals, and mandate letters to clients, emphasizing the benefits of syndication and co-financing.
• Collaborate, among others, with the operations teams (Public and Private)/Financial Control/Financial Treasury, Financial Management, Legal and other departments of the Bank to build capacity to act as an agent for all B-loans, syndications of development finance institutions and other co-financing.
• Establish and implement a blended financing strategy to mobilize concessional financing in accordance with the MDB Working Group’s blended financing principles.
• Establish, operationalize and implement co-financing agreements and build working relationships with the broadest range of public and commercial co-financiers.
• Lead the development and adaptation of financial policies, strategies and programs applicable to the department’s activities in order to catalyze the use of concessional and non-concessional financing in Bank projects.
• Provide market intelligence and financial market analysis within the organization with respect to pricing, practices and trends, and develop and leverage relationships with co-lenders (commercial banks, IFIs/DFIs, institutional investors). This includes working closely with and providing data to the Credit Risk Committee for review.
• Establish and implement an insurance system to enhance the credit-worthiness of Bank operations at origination.
• Develop internal operational processes and procedures for the department, as well as financial instruments and performance indicators to encourage, integrate, and scale up co-financing, syndication, and mobilization activities.
• Provide overall guidance and leadership in the management and development of the Bank Group’s current and future financial products.  This includes innovating and staying current with the various financial products available in the multilateral landscape and maintaining leading edge skills and capacities through continuous engagement with the market.
• Create and maintain sustainable partnerships with a wide range of investors, including interfacing with DFIs, institutional investors, commercial and investment banks.
• Provide leadership in the development of the Syndication and Co-Financing division business and work closely with the Director and the other Manager to raise the profile of the Department’s activities, both externally and internally.
• Assume the duties of Acting Director, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• Have at least a Master’s Degree in Economics, Finance and/or Business Administration or a related field.
• Have at least eight (8) years of relevant experience in reputable financial institutions. At least five (5) years of this experience must have been acquired at the managerial level. A track record of direct responsibility for at least 5 successfully executed syndication/co-financing deals is required
• Have sound knowledge of market instruments and sources of market financing (sovereign bond financing, municipal/sub-sovereign financing, syndicated loans/infrastructure financing), other financing sources and risk management/hedging products.
• Have good knowledge of fundraising and on-lending activities in capital market development, especially in Africa.
• Excellent knowledge of financial issues faced by sovereign and non-sovereign clients in developing countries and policies related to the Bank’s mandate.
• Broad knowledge of capital markets and proven knowledge of project finance and the use of risk mitigation instruments to catalyze private capital.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the major risk transfer instruments including, but not limited to, insurance, asset sell down, funded and unfunded risk participation, and their impact on balance sheets.
• In-depth knowledge of structured finance, with the ability to provide innovative financing solutions to various stakeholders.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and decisiveness, including taking responsibility and holding others accountable for results.
• Ability to set strategic direction and ensure its implementation.
• Be highly customer-focused, with the ability to build strong relationships and interact effectively with customers and business contacts at a management and team level.
• Possess strong experience in investment and development banking and have worked on projects for the private sector, public entities, utilities/infrastructure authorities and governments.
• Have strong, proven written communication and presentation skills.
• Proven experience in leading large and complex teams, supporting and coaching department staff, and building teams.
• Have good business acumen and decision-making skills.
• Have good problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Proficiency in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint); proficiency in SAP is highly desirable.

Application Closing Date
23rd August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.

Job Title: Principal Strategy and Policy Officer – Infrastructure and Private Sector

Position Number: 50068544
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: PL4

The Complex

• The Senior Vice-Presidency complex (SNVP) is responsible for supporting the President in the day-to-day management of the Bank Group to achieve it strategic objective, and drive performance culture that will align all processes and systems to deliver high impact results.
• The SNVP will provide effective leadership and exceptional coordination to ensure implementation and monitoring of key corporate decisions as well as the identification of necessary corrective measures and actions.
• The SNVP leads senior management discussions, decisions-making process and the implementation of key board and management decisions.

The Hiring Department

• The Strategy and Operational Policy Department (SNSP) plays a key role in shaping a corporate vision and a strategic perspective for the African Development Bank as well as developing the operational policies aimed at guiding the Bank’s agenda.
• The primary roles of the Department are: (i) to develop and help maintain (along with other units) corporate strategies and operational policies necessary for the Bank to deliver according to the spirit of its Charter and in line with the Bank’s 2023-2032 Strategy, the High 5 priorities, and other strategies; (ii) to play a prominent role in keeping the Bank a strategy-focused organization in line with its policies; (iii) to support the Bank in raising its profile and engaging strategically at international fora, as well as to foster cross-fertilization and greater coordination with other MDBs ; and, (iv) to lead the Bank in the development of a new culture of innovation and change, including the incubation of new financial/non-financial  products and business lines.

The Position
The key objectives of the position of the Principal Strategy and Policy Officer will be to:

• Provide support to the Bank’s operations, with particular focus on private sector and infrastructure.
• Contribute to SNVP efforts to ensure policy and strategic focus in decision-making across the various Departments, and the improved alignment of resources with strategic priorities, with a focus on private sector and infrastructure issues.
• Provide strategic and technical guidance on Bank’s operations and documents (i.e. Project Concept Notes (PCNs), Project Appraisal Reports (PARs), Country Strategy Papers (CSPs), and Regional Integration Strategy Papers (RISPs), among other.

Key Functions
Under the supervision of the Manager, Operational Strategies and Policies, the Principal Strategy and Policy Officer will perform the following:

• Participate as part of the core SNSP team in corporate strategy development and its subsequent monitoring, updating and refinement in line with sustainable lending and resource options.
• Conduct or facilitate policy analysis to ensure coherence of advice to country programmes (CSPs), project design and implementation support.
• Lead in the preparation of specific analytical products that are conducive to a better understanding of the policy agenda that underpins African Development Bank projects.
• Conduct or facilitate policy analysis of the different dimensions of infrastructure to ensure coherence of advice to country programmes (CSPs), project design and implementation support.
• Support operational sector departments in developing, and consolidating sector-specific strategies and policies.
• Contribute to the preparation of the mid-term reviews and periodical and special updates and reports.
• Contribute to the preparation of Board documents on selected process enhancement recommendations.
• Support the formulation of the strategic policy objectives, ensure alignment with the strategic planning orientation and the Bank Strategy.
• As part of the core SNSP team, ensure that all new policy proposals and strategic initiatives are aligned with the Bank’s planning directions and strategy, including the High 5s and the TYS 2023-2032.
• Provide support to the office of the President as required, in particular on recent policy developments, and on the Bank’s response to emerging international issues.
• Provide, as requested, up to date research on environment and business trends and keep up to date on new ways of doing strategic planning.
• Participate (on behalf of the SNSP Department) to the preparation of selected Bank’s country and regional strategies and mid-term reviews.
• Serve as a focal point on issues related to infrastructure and private sector to internal and external constituencies and expert strategy groups.
• Other duties as required by the Department.

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• Hold at least a Master’s Degree in Economics, Macroeconomics or Development Economics, Finance, Strategic Management, Engineering or related development fields and a broad knowledge of development issues.
• Have a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience, specifically hands-on experience in the development of strategic documents and policy guidelines in the areas of infrastructure development, private sector development, or related areas. A proven combination of hands-on operational experience with solid analytical skills.
• Good understanding of development economics and specificities of Regional Members Countries.
• Experience with multilateral development banks and international organizations is an asset.
• Having private sector experience will be an added advantage.
• Solid experience in leading and coordinating the development of corporate policies, strategies and other directional documents.
• Experience and exposure to infrastructure and private sector policy and operational issues, and ability to provide advice, assistance, and coaching on strategy and policy concerning infrastructure and private sector-related issues.
• Ability to think laterally and independently.
• High-level skills in communication and negotiation as well as the ability to build partnerships with a broad range of clients and deliver results that meet the needs and long-term interests of clients within and outside the Bank.
• Ability to work collaboratively with several teams of multi-cultural backgrounds, both internally and externally to the Bank.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous and shifting demands, priorities, and tight deadlines.
• The following competencies of innovation, creativity, communication, client orientation, problem-solving, team working, and relationships, and operational effectiveness are desired of the candidate.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, preferably with a working knowledge of the other.
• Competence in the use of standard MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and preferably SAP.

Application Closing Date
16th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.

Job Title: Principal Agronomist

Position Number: 50094577
Location: Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire
Position Grade: PL4

The Complex

• The Vice-Presidency for ‘Agriculture, Human, and Social Development’ is a Sector Complex focusing on two of the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy High 5s priority of “Feed Africa” and “Improve Quality of Life for the People of Africa”. The Complex comprises five departments: (i) Agriculture and Agro-Industry Development; (ii) Agriculture Finance and Rural Development; (iii) Gender, Women and Civil Society; (iv) Water Development and Sanitation; and (v) Human Capital, Youth and Skills Development.

The Hiring Department

• The Department of Agriculture and Agroindustry (AHAI) of AFDB has the responsibility of the 2nd priority of Bank’s TYS High 5s, which is called “Feed Africa”, the Strategy for agricultural transformation, aiming at allowing the continent to become a net food exporting region while using industrialization to add value to process foods and exports commodities; to help to end extreme poverty, and eliminate malnutrition.
• The Africa Fertilizer Financing Mechanism (AFFM) is a special fund established by the African Union member states during the 2006 African Green Revolution Summit in Abuja. The AFFM is and managed by the African Development Bank, housed within AHAI Department.
• The overall objective of the AFFM is to improve agricultural productivity by providing the financing required to boost fertilizer use in Africa to achieve the target of 50 kg of nutrients per hectare, as mandated by the Abuja Declaration.
• The AFFM developed its 2022-2028 Strategic Plan, designed around three strategic pillars (i) Strengthening the fertilizer sector through access to finance; (ii) Supporting the development of viable policy reforms to improve production, trade and utilization of fertilizer; and (iii) Facilitating smallholder farmers’ access to inputs and technical assistance.

The Position

• The Agronomist will support the AFFM in achieving projects’ objectives of sustainable and profitable increases in agricultural productivity and product quality, while ensuring soil health, environment and social safeguards.
• As part of AFFM secretariat, the staff will be supported by the Bank’s relevant Divisions at the headquarters and at the country level.

Key Functions
The specific responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Oversee agricultural aspects of the AFFM funded projects, Communicating – giving / exchanging ideas, advising, explaining – within the Bank, different donors and partners.
• Lead the implementation of agriculture productivity and soil health initiatives by supervising and supporting AFFM’s projects executing agents and partners, to ensure that projects result in economically, environmentally and socially sustainable impact.
• Ensure that projects adopt the 4R approach (right source, right rate, right time, and right place) best management practices (BMPs) adapted to local conditions that will maximize agronomic use efficiency of nutrients and improve crop productivity.
• Provide recommendations for agriculture technologies, fertilizer application; prioritize/promote the use of specialized/specific fertilizer including organic matter on selected crops.
• Support capacity strengthening of AFFM projects beneficiaries, including among others, actors in the fertilizer distribution, smallholder farmers (via Farmer’s cooperatives/ village-based grouping), field extensionists etc.
• Participate actively as task manager and/or member of project team in all the activities of projects cycle (identification, preparation and appraisal, supervision, and evaluation); collect relevant information and data, as a member of project team, with a view to carrying out the technical analysis.
• Assist in establishing a results-based monitoring and evaluation system that tracks, in a timely manner, improvements in food productivity and soil health against AFFM’s annual and medium-term plans and ensure consistency for the services provided to countries and companies.
• Collaborate with AFFM/AfDB or any entity commissioned by the Bank during the process to collect project baseline data, on key project performance indicators including among others status on crops grown, yields realized, inputs used and level of input application etc.
• Serve as AFFM focal point for all agronomic aspects relating to AFFM projects; assist countries and AFFM partners in productivity and soil health studies, feasibility studies, soil and fertility analysis, in collecting, analyzing data and disseminating relevant information.
• Participate in drafting terms of reference for studies proposed for AFFM financing and participate in the evaluation and processing, and supervision of related projects and activities.
• Conduct field missions to identify, prepare, evaluate and / or oversee the implementation and monitoring of AFFM projects, programs to support the implementation of the AFFM strategic plan and the Bank’s Feed Africa Strategy.
• Maintain good relationship with executing agencies, research institutions, scientists, specialized institutions and/or technical service providers that are involved in the AFFM programs/projects/activities.
• Monitor project implementation by recipients, provide required technical assistance and follow up project periodic reporting.
• Contribute to implementation of other activities in the AFFM annual work program; contribute to AFFM periodic reports and annual report.
• Review studies and progress reports on projects and make proposals for actions to be taken by the AFFM and the executing agencies.
• Undertake any other assignment relevant to the successful implementation and performance of the AFFM.

Competencies (skills, experience and knowledge):

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Economics or any other related discipline.
• Have a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience with particular expertise in fertilizer industry, crop productivity, soil sciences (fertility and health) in Africa.
• Must have proven experience with agricultural productivity, quality improvement and sustainable land use.
• Ability to apply systems perspectives to plant analysis, soil fertility management and soil health issues.
• Capable of providing methodological backstopping for agricultural innovation pilots and tests.
• Has experience with innovative agricultural community-based, participatory, field-oriented research and extension approaches (farmer field schools, farmer research and extension groups, participatory variety selection, multi-locational trials, etc.).
• Can deliver training sessions on agronomy to AFFM projects beneficiaries, develop and elaborate user-oriented field notes and leaflets (for extensionists, farmers, cooperatives, Etc.).
•  Ability to build partnerships, possess experience working with Government organization, private Sector, national/international development agencies, research institutions, with a good understanding of key players in the fertilizer sector in Africa.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-cultural environments and in interdisciplinary team to be creative and innovative, with a demonstrated Integrity and ability to work in team.
• Ability to produce well researched documents and communicate in one of the Bank’s two official languages of English or French. Capacity to use both will constitute an added advantage.
• Proficiency in the use of standard Microsoft software, especially MS Office environment.
• A track record in successful development and implementation of donor funded projects.

Application Closing Date
18th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• This advertisement is posted by the african development bank (afdb) on behalf of affm, which is the employer for this position. engagement as staff of affm does not offer any expectation for future employment as staff in the african development bank. this is a project staff position and comes with a fixed-term contract.
• Should you encounter technical difficulties in submitting your application, please send an email with a precise description of the issue and/or a screenshot showing the problem to: HR Direct [email protected]

Job Title: Chief Legal Counsel – Public Sector Operations, Policy and Governance Division

Position Number: 50093772
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: PL3

The Complex

• Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the President conducts the business of the Bank and manages operations and activities of the Bank in accordance with the Bank’s constitutive documents.
• The President plans, supervises and manages the business of the Bank Group.
• In particular, the President supervises several Departments and Units including Office of the President; Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board; Administrative Tribunal; Office of the Auditor General; Group Risk Management Directorate; General Counsel and Legal Services Department; Communication and External Relations Department; Staff Integrity and Ethics Office and Office of the Secretary General & General Secretariat.

Department / Division

• The role of the General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL) is to deliver legal advice and services to the statutory organs of the Bank Group (the “Bank”): Boards of Governors, Boards of Directors, their subsidiary committees, to the President and the committees of Senior Management, to Regional Directorate Hubs, and more generally to the whole Bank.
• The General Counsel and Legal Services Department’s role is also to protect the interest of the Bank from legal liability and, as necessary, to ensure that the Bank Group is properly and efficiently represented in cases filed against or brought by the Bank.
• The principal objective of the Public Sector Operations, Policy and Governance Division is to provide legal support, advice, and services in connection with public sector transactions of the Bank, the African Development Fund, and other special vehicles such as trust funds, special funds, facilities and other special resources. In addition, the Division provides legal assistance on operational policies, and governance, environmental and procurement related matters as well as all aspects of the business of the Bank Group requiring legal analysis and legal input.

The Position

• The Chief Legal Counsel – Public Sector Operations, Policy and Governance Division is a skilled team leader in the Division.
• The Chief Legal Counsel is responsible for ensuring compliance of public sector operations with applicable Bank’s rules and policies as well as providing sound analysis on legal issues and operational policies.
• He/she also supervises, mentors and coaches other legal counsels in the Division, as required.

Key Functions
Under the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, the Chief Legal Counsel Public Sector Operations, Policy and Governance Division will:

• Ensure compliance of projects and other operational activity with applicable Bank’s rules and policies.
• Draft and negotiate financing agreements including loan agreements, grant agreements, guarantee agreements, counter-indemnity agreements and co-financing agreements with other lenders.
• Prepare and issue legal opinions on agreements, contracts and other formal arrangements for operational activities of the Bank Group and Special Funds with members and non-member countries, international organizations and governmental and non-governmental entities.
• Provide legal assistance throughout the identification, preparation, appraisal, supervision and post evaluation stages of public sector operations.
• Provide specific legal assistance with respect to complex and innovative transactions.
• Assist in the design of projects and programs from inception to completion in compliance with the Bank’s policies, rules, and guidelines as well as minimize risks that may impede the achievement of desirable outcomes.
• Participate in meetings and provide legal support to project teams including the structure of projects, type of financing instruments, terms of financing, implementation arrangements and compliance with the relevant Bank Group applicable policies, rules and regulations.
• Provide timely and effective legal support, advice and services in connection with public sector transactions and project implementation for loans, grants and other formal arrangements for the operational activities of the Bank Group in line with the applicable Bank policies, rules and regulations.
• Review legal and operational documents submitted with respect to the fulfilment of conditions precedent to effectiveness of loan and grant agreements and conditions precedent to disbursement of loans and grants and provide the relating legal opinions.
• Draft and/or review operational policies, directives and guidelines of the Bank Group and Special Funds.
• Provide legal assistance in operations-related implementation activities of bilateral and multilateral cooperation arrangements related to public sector operations.
• Draft Board resolutions pertaining to public sector projects and programs.
• Supervises, mentors and coaches other legal counsels in the Division, as required.
• Attend meetings of the Boards of Directors and their Committees, as well as Senior Management Committees to represent the General Counsel or the Division Manager, as directed;
• Act as Officer-in-Charge of the Division in the absence from office of the Division Manager; and
• Undertake such other assignments as required by the Division Manager or the General Counsel.

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• Hold a Master’s Degree in Law or a Juris Doctor (JD), and admission to the Bar of one of the African Development Bank member countries;
• Have a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in similar jobs in a law firm, a financial institution or a multilateral organisation.
• High level skills in communication as well as the ability to build partnerships with a broad range of clients and deliver results that serve to meet the Legal Services Department’s work program.
• Seasoned knowledge in the current trends of development and familiarity with development and international finance.
• Having private sector experience will be an added advantage, in particular in the structuring and negotiations of guarantees and complex and innovative financing transactions.
• Strong skills in preparation of complex legal documents including briefs and legal opinions and leading the negotiation of complex projects.
• Effective advisory skills that facilitate clients’ objectives and help resolve their legal questions.
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues in a multi-cultural environment and to build effective working relations with colleagues.
• Ability to lead independently and supervise a multicultural team.
• Solid experience in applying legal knowledge to deliver full scope of strategic legal services.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, with a good working knowledge of the other.
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with several simultaneous demands.
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications. Knowledge of SAP is an asset.

Application Closing Date
19th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.

Job Title: Director, Human Resource Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services

Position Number: 50092471
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: EL5

The Complex

• The People and Talent Management Complex (PTVP), will retain overall responsibility for attracting, developing, motivating, and retaining a strong complement of professionals, support staff and contingent staff to deliver the business of the Bank into the future.
• The PTVP Complex is responsible for ensuring effective systems and controls for people and talent management from talent sourcing to retirement.
• The PTVP Complex is also responsible for the effective administration of the Bank’s benefit plans (medical and staff retirement) and ensuring the financial sustainability of these plans.

The Hiring Department

• The Human Resources Operations, Recruitment & Client Services Department (PTCS), focuses on interfacing directly with staff clients through integrated client services to internal and external stakeholders (through HR Operations, Recruitment and Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnering, and Staff Engagement initiatives).
• This helps the Bank to achieve its strategic agenda through attraction, development, engagement, motivation and retention of a best-in-class workforce.
• The Department is responsible for leading teams in charge of specialized people processes and operations (HR Administration, Payroll, Benefits Management, HR Information systems and processes); talent acquisition and retention; HR strategic business partnership for the Bank and separation or exit management.
• Operating in a business partnering environment, HR Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services Department supports key business initiatives which ensures that core people processes and policies run smoothly and are aligned to the Bank’s strategy.
• The Director leads a team that works closely with senior leaders to deliver on talent acquisition, optimization, and retention and on key people needs, such as effective people management, employee motivation, staff engagement, and performance management.

The Position

• The Director – Human Resources Operations, Recruitment and Client Services oversees the management of two (2) Divisions namely: (i) Client Relations and Staff Engagement (PTCS.1) and (ii) Human Resources Operations (PTCS.2). Reporting to and partnering with the Vice-President, People, and Talent Management, the Director, Human Resources Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services leads a professional HR team in developing organizational strategies, programs, policies, and procedures that enhance the Bank’s brand and strengthen the employee value proposition, while leading the delivery of the Bank’s People Strategy. As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Human Resources Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services works with highly motivated specialists to ensure that the core people operations, policy implementation, and practices are effective, efficient and fit for purpose.
• The core mandate of the Human Resources Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services Director is to address all issues/areas related to core people processes and Human Resources operations, policy implementation, lead best-in-class recruitment operations that build a team of top talent for the Bank, and embed the HR Partnership model in the Bank, leading to improved staff engagement and service delivery.
• The Director ensures that the Bank transforms into an enhanced strategic people-focused organization delivering excellent service.

Key Functions
Under the overall supervision of the Vice President, People and Talent Management (PTVP), the Director Human Resources Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services Department, will be responsible for contributing to the Bank’s goals, success and development impact by:

• Contributing to the execution of the Banks People strategy and plan; organize, direct, and coordinate the Department’s work plan and related resource planning and utilization; assign projects and programmatic responsibilities; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; engage staff to prevent and/or identify and resolve problems.
• Executing the Bank’s people priorities, ensuring people and talent management best practices are applied consistently, leading to a positive and inspiring organizational culture in the Bank.
• Functioning as a strategic people and talent management business advisor to the Bank’s Senior Management, regarding key people and talent management organizational and management issues, sharing expertise and data-driven recommendations rooted in contextualized best practices.
• Providing guidance and input in organization design interventions, workforce planning, and realignment process, and guide risk management and investigations related to people and talent management.
• Partnering with Senior Management in creating a culture in which gender equality, diversity, and inclusion are reflected in the application of people and talent management policies and practices, and all employee experiences at the Bank.
• Serving as a thought leader to technical teams and coordinate planning and regular measurement and interpretation of staff satisfaction surveys, motivation, and managerial effectiveness; driving the action planning needed to enhance staff engagement, organizational performance, and productivity, using effective communication strategies to ensure a cohesive approach.
• Incubating and testing new people and talent management ideas and processes within the people and talent management operations function and organize pilot programs to ensure rollouts are thoroughly vetted and streamlined before launch.
• Collaborating with Senior Management to identify gaps in team structures while ensuring timely recruitment, focusing on increasing the diverse representation of staff from all member countries.
• Ensuring adequate flow of knowledge and expertise so that clients receive the highest quality support and understanding they need, when and where they need it, and championing the importance of adhering to organizational policies and procedures, including confidentiality.
• Proactively developing timely people and talent management dashboards, encouraging data-driven decision making.
• Formulating and recommending human resources policies and programs in line with the Bank’s strategies and priorities, in the different aspects of people and talent management, including institutional capacity building, staff mobility, and young professionals.
• Providing leadership and direction to management in the implementation of institutional and people and talent management reforms, by establishing appropriate linkages to the overall strategy of the Bank.
• Resource Management – accountable for delivering the agreed upon work program through cost-effective use of resources within the agreed parameters and in compliance with internal controls and policies.
• Building and maintaining networks of senior people and talent management professionals in other international organizations as well as key global companies in the private sector, to share information and bring in the latest external thinking and best practices.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients to both understand their needs and communicate the direction of programs and initiatives.
• Providing leadership, direction, coaching, and feedback to develop a high performing and talented team, and sustain a high performing team over time through effective people management.
• Advising Senior Management on the vision and strategic framework for managing its people and talent management and the supporting policies and practices to use Bank staff effectively.
• Representing the Department at corporate level forums and committees.

Competencies (Skills, Experience, and Knowledge)

• A Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Law or related disciplines. A professional qualification in people and talent management; HR management or project management will be an added value.
• At least ten (10) years of extensive and progressive experience in Human Resource Management, five (5) years of which should have been in a managerial role and/or in supervising a team and coordinating work programs or projects.
• Demonstrable experience executing organizational transformational change and improvement of processes.
• Working experience in a multilateral development organization is an asset.
• Demonstrable experience of working in a client-centric, business partnering environment.
• Sound understanding of the business and operational needs with proven capacity to innovate, promote and direct change initiatives in corporate human resource policies and services in large organizations.
• Proven experience in people and talent management theories and principles, policy and strategy development, talent and performance management, career development, and other functional areas of people management.
• Proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling environment, including leading, supervising, mentoring, developing, and evaluating staff.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully translating business and people and talent management strategies into the design and implementation of programs in the position’s area of responsibility.
• Strong generalist people and talent management experience, especially in; (i) supporting managers and staff in planning and implementing change, (ii) people and talent management Operations, (iii) people search, attraction, selection, and retention, (iv) culture change and management, (v) equal opportunities and employment policies, (vi) management of people and talent management information systems and processes (vii) leadership competence including coaching and mentoring (viii) people planning and succession management.
• Sound analytical skills – ability to build and analyze people and talent management data accuracy, including people and talent management KPIs.
• Proven track record in people and talent management Projects Management.
• Ability to communicate and write effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in using standard Microsoft Office Suite applications, ERP Systems (preferably SAP HR), e-Recruitment systems, and project management software like share point or any similar software.

Application Closing Date
30th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Team Assistant, SNAC

Position Number: 50087668
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: GS5

The Complex

• The Senior Vice-President is responsible for supporting the President in the day-to-day management of the Bank Group to achieve it strategic objectives and drive a performance culture that will align all processes and systems to deliver high-impact results.
• The Senior Vice-President will provide effective leadership and exceptional coordination to ensure the implementation and monitoring of key corporate decisions as well as the identification of necessary corrective measures and actions.
• The Senior Vice-President will lead senior management discussions, decision-making processes and the implementation of strategic board and management decisions to achieve the Bank’s objectives.

The Department

• The Staff Grievance Committee (STAGRICO) formerly, Staff Appeals Committee, SNAC, is a formal dispute resolution mechanism mandated to hear all appeals against any contested administrative decision concerning matters within its competence and to submit non-binding recommendations to the President of the Bank. It is intended to facilitate a fair settlement of the staff members’ grievances arising from their terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.
• The Committee is composed of 22 Members including a Chairperson and an Alternate Chairperson. The remaining 20 Members include (10) ten Presidential nominees and (10) ten others nominated by the Staff Council.

The Position

• The Job of Team Assistant which falls under General Support Services that provides administrative support for the Secretariat and to the Committee, is to assist the Executive Team Assistant of the Committee in the management of the Appeals files, the organization of the oral and hearing sessions.

Key Functions
Under the overall supervision of the Executive Team Assistant to Staff Grievance Committee, the Team Assistant performs the following:

• Provide preliminary assistance to members of staff wishing to file an Application or seeking information and documentation related to the peer review procedure.
• Provide the necessary assistance to the staff members by providing them with relevant documents, forms, Presidential instructions, the Rules of Procedure of the Committee, the Staff Rules of the Bank, and all the prescribed procedures;
• Put at the disposal of the Staff the different forms and options to file an Application;
• Direct potential Applicants to the Executive Team Assistant of the Committee for any legal guidance.

Manage the Applicant’s Files and the Written Proceedings:

• Receive and control the files submitted by the Applicants and the Respondent. Verify the conformity (date, delays, format) of all the submitted document to the Committee;
• Transmit all the written proceedings (exchanges) between parties, members of the Committee and make sure that time delays are strictly respected;
• Transmit systematically all the document to the translation department and do the follow-up;
• Draft in both official languages of the Bank, notification, memorandum, invitation etc. and submit it to the Executive Team Assistant for signature;
• Update the confidential physical and electronic record of the files containing all the proceedings, the addresses of the Applicants and records on their lawyers;
• Ensure that all entries are classified and matches (physical and electronic files);
• Arrange for the reproduction and dispatching of the writings to the parties and to the Committee members.
• Monitor the Case Management Data Base by updating litigation and statistical information.

Provide Logistic and Administrative Support for the Sessions:

• Make a reservation for a meeting room with the relevant department in charge;
• Make reservations of interpretation services;
• Make reservations of coffee break, lunch etc.;
• Arrange for accommodation, per diem, and tickets for Applicants who may come for a hearing;
• Plan for the videoconference, recording of hearings, etc.

Participate in the Preparation of the Unit Budget:

• Provide the Executive Team Assistant with estimated accounting data, projections of expenses necessary to run the sessions and all other program to meet the Unit objective as defined by the Executive Team Assistant;
• Arrange the annual work program with the Executive Team Assistant;
• Monitor and review budget expenditure throughout the year;
• Maintain an overview of the divisional budget to draw the attention of the Executive Team Assistant to any discrepancy in implementing the work program.

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business Management, Commerce, Administration, or related discipline.
• At least four (4) years of relevant and practical experience in administrative and secretarial roles, in similar offices of international Organizations, Development Banks or similar institutions;
• The ability to provide direct analytical support in the unit’s services such as administrative processing;
• Representing the unit at Bank’s meetings as needed at a non-managerial level;
• The capacity to assimilate the work unit objectives, and services to clients;
• The ability to assimilate the unit’s technical vocabulary.
• The ability to maintain an overview of the divisional budget , to draw the attention of the head of the unit to any discrepancy, in order to avoid disruption in the running of the sessions;
• The ability to plan and initiate the administrative work on time, considering the various parties involved in the Peer Review process, in order to avoid delays and be able to carry through the work programme;
• The incumbent should maintain a good relationship with the other departments involved in the implementation of the work programme, especially with PGCL, PGLS, HR, etc.
• Working knowledge of policies, administrative procedures, and practices relevant to peer review;
• Excellent organization skills and attention to details;
• Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Knowledge of SAP is highly desirable;

Application Closing Date
2nd September, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position does not attract international terms and conditions (the post holder will be considered as a local staff and will not have international terms and conditions of employment).

Job Title: Chief Communications Specialist (PCSC)

Position Number: 50107032
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: PL3

The Complex

• The Presidency Complex (URPR) comprises the Office of The President of the Bank Group and all corporate offices, departments and other organization units that are directly subordinate to the Presidency in administrative as well as functional terms.
• The President, in the capacity of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Bank Group, is mandated to provide competent strategic management of the Bank Group and all its resources towards the fulfillment of the Bank Group’s purpose of contributing to economic development and social progress of Regional Member Countries.
• The Presidency Complex provides day-to-day and medium-term corporate leadership and executive oversight, maintains communication with the Bank Group’s Member Countries, and supports the Boards of Directors in the conduct of their statutory roles. In addition, the Complex provides legal and regulatory oversight on the conduct of the Bank Group’s business and integrated risk management of Bank Group operations, oversees corporate communication with a range of internal and external stakeholders, promotes integrity, transparency and the highest ethical standards and norms among Bank Group personnel in the conduct of their work, and assures the security of the Bank Group’s personnel, premises and physical assets, information and data in all locations where the Bank Group operates. Furthermore, the PRST Complex is also involved in catalysing investment from various sources in line with the operational priorities of the Bank Group.
• The President directly supervises several departments and units including Office of the President (PCSC); the Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department (PIAC); the Office of the Auditor General (PAGL); the Group Risk Management Directorate (PGRM); the General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL); the Communication and External Relations Department (PCER); the Staff Integrity and Ethics Office (PETH); Office of the Secretary General & General Secretariat (PSEG); the Africa Investment Forum (PAIF); the Joint Secretariat Support Office (PJSS) and; the External Representation Office in Asia (PEXT).

The Hiring Department

• The Executive Office of the President assists the President in planning, supervising, and managing the business of the Bank Group.
• The Office of the President monitors, coordinates and supervises the implementation of various Bank programs based on the global or regional trends and emerging knowledge in the major development areas of agriculture, human and social development, energy and climate, and gender and civil society.
• The Office examines the impact of the Bank Group country and regional programs in responding to existing and emerging development trends and needs in the regional member countries, identifies new areas for business growth; leads and coordinates the preparation of technical and knowledge briefs for the President’s internal and external engagements; and monitors the effective and timely implementation of Presidential instructions, Board and Management decisions.
• Under other activities, the Office prepares and organizes the President’s missions and represents the Bank at international conferences and on working missions to member countries; organizes meetings with Bank’s Senior Management; reviews, evaluates and gives advice on communication and interaction between the Presidency and the various organs of the Bank; provides effective administrative and logistic support to facilitate implementation of the President’s programs; and prepares, monitors audit reports and follows up on the implementation of the recommendations of the reports.

The Position

• We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-driven speechwriter with exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills.
• The specialist is expected to have meticulous attention to detail, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• The specialist’s responsibilities include drafting executive-level speeches suited to diverse audiences and platforms, completing revisions according to client feedback, and meeting all deadlines.
• Furthermore, the specialist will work with other Bank staff in and outside of the Cabinet to support the management of external and internal communications needs directly related to the Presidency.

Key Functions
Under the general guidance of the Director-General of Cabinet, the incumbent will be assigned the following duties, including but not limited to:

• Working with the President, Cabinet and other senior Bank staff to determine key points, themes, positions, and core messages for speeches and public statements;
• Flesh out well-structured draft speech/statements reflecting the President’s message;
• Creating, editing and revising various forms of communication products, including but not limited to correspondence and technical documentation such as speeches, factsheets, talking points, opinions, prefaces, forewords, web articles and social media texts in a consistent and coherent manner across various communication platforms;
• Conducting research, including material produced by the African Development Bank Group and other relevant organizations, in consultation with substantive units and relevant staff in the President’s Cabinet t and relevant Vice-Presidential Complexes;
• Ensuring all written work is authentic, original and appropriately cited and/or referenced;
• Editing and proofreading documents including spell checks, acronyms and abbreviations, etc.
• Providing advisories on strategic communications opportunities;
• Developing outlines with compelling narratives, including relevant examples of African Development Bank activities and results;
• Researching, verifying content, and transforming complex concepts into clear, meaningful and effective communication;
• Collaborating with the Bank’s Communications Department on all aspects of communication and supporting an enhanced understanding of strategic communication activities;
• Reviewing the content of major communication strategies and materials specific to the work of the President, for the purpose of ensuring consistency with corporate policies, messaging and initiatives; and
• Performing other related responsibilities as assigned, including replacing and backstopping, as required.

Competencies (Qualifications, Experience & Skills):
Functional:

• At least a Master’s Degree in Journalism, Communication or Communication-related disciplines, International Relations, the Social Sciences or related disciplines;
• Demonstrable experience working with senior leaders of at least seven (years), preferably as a speechwriter, communications specialist, storyteller, narrative development, or a similar role;
• Exceptional rigor and ability to understand/research data, facts, trends, examples, stories;
• Excellent writing skills, including experience in creating, editing and proofreading within a professional organization;
• Strong research capabilities to gather relevant data and information for speeches and communications materials;
• Adept at translating complex ideas into accessible language for various audiences with sensitivity the cultural contexts;
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality;
• Knowledge of current events, industry trends, and public policy issues;
• Familiarity with the role of development finance institutions in facilitating socioeconomic reform and addressing poverty reduction in developing countries, a plus; and
• Competence in the use of standard software applications.

Personal:

• Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural skills and related sensitivity and adaptability;
• Quick learner with high energy, continuous curiosity and an ability to think clearly and articulate precisely; and
• Collaborative style with the ability to work as part of a team in a high-pressure environment.

Application Closing Date
3rd September, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified as international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.

Job Title: Director, Financial Control Department

Position Number: 50092450
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: EL5

The Complex

• The Vice Presidency for Finance oversees the financial management of the Bank Group. This encompasses the Bank Group’s treasury activities including borrowings from the capital markets and investment activities; controllership functions including financial reporting and loan administration; strategic resource mobilization and the strengthening of the non-statutory financial resources and instruments; the overall asset/liability management for the Bank Group.

The Hiring Department / Division

• The Financial Control Department (FIFC) is responsible for accounting for the financial consequences of the Bank Group’s transactions and decisions, and for the preparation, fair presentation and overall integrity of the internal financial reports and published financial statements.
• The Department is also responsible for managing controls around the banks administrative payment’s function, loan administration and accounting and related fiduciary responsibilities, including disbursement of funds to projects and programs financed by the Bank Group.
• Finally, the Department provides decision support and expertise in the development and implementation of financial control policies, operational and financial strategies and related information systems.
• The Financial Control department is responsible for all controllership functions, analyses, recording and reporting of the financial consequences of all decisions and transactions of the Bank Group—including the African Development Bank, the African Development Fund, the Nigeria Trust Fund, the Bank’s Staff Retirement Plan’s trust fund, and all single donor and multilateral trust funds and special funds administered by the African Development Bank.
• In this regard, FIFC maintains accounting policies and systems; prepares financial statements and ancillary reports; manages controls around the Banks administrative payment’s function; and authorizes disbursements and other payments on loans, technical assistance, grants, equity investments, and guarantee claims. FIFC also provides professional advice in the development and implementation of new financial products, operational and corporate financial strategies, policies and guidelines, and in the development of financial information systems.
• The department is also responsible for coordinating the activities of the Bank Group to ensure that the internal control framework is properly documented and monitored to ensure its continued effectiveness.
• In addition, the department is responsible for the formulation of all accounting policies, as well as for the preparation of policies on the administration of the loans and grants of the Bank Group.

The Position

• Under the general direction of the Vice President, FIVP, the Director of Financial Control is responsible for supervising Divisions rolling up to Financial Control such as Financial Reporting (FIFC.1), Administrative Expenses (FIFC.2), Loan Disbursement (FIFC.3) and Loan Accounting (FIFC.4).
• In addition, the Director will manage a front office with supporting professional staff who are dealing with and advising on such issues as technical accounting policy, management of the relationship between the Bank Group and the External Auditors, as well as other special projects and priorities as they may arise.
• The Director will also be responsible for all the accounting and financial reporting of the transactions of the Bank Group, including all the bilateral and special funds.
• The role also extends to the efficient execution and implementation of development-related operations projects funded by the AfDB Bank Group loans, grants and other instruments, by ensuring timely disbursements of the same

Key Functions
Under the general guidance of the Vice President, the Director is responsible for developing a strategic approach to defining, planning, organizing, coordinating and leading the activities of the Department. His/her duties includes:

• Oversee the preparation, integrity and timely completion of financial reports to Management, the Board of Directors and Shareholders, in compliance with applicable accounting standards and best practices.
• Strictly monitor and report on accounting and reporting standards that can impact the institution. Review and monitor accounting policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Oversee the establishment, maintenance, and implementation of adequate internal control system to ensure that all Bank Group financial transactions, including those from funds administered by the Group, are accurately recorded and in compliance with policies and procedures. Ensure efficient controls in all processes and procedures and safeguard the assets of the Bank.
• Provide accurate, efficient and timely transaction processing and payment services including for loan administration, disbursements and administrative and capital expenditure budget.
• Establish the objectives and key performance indicators of the department, in support of the vision and strategic objectives of the institution.
• Oversee the planning and effective execution of the work program of the department, monitoring the quality of outputs.
• Provide decision support to Management through strategic financial statements and data analysis. Evaluate the impact of financial policies on the Bank’s financial position and recommend appropriate actions.
• Spearhead innovative approaches that will increase the efficiency, impact or delivery of the department

Competencies (Qualifications, Experience & Skills)

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related disciplines. An internationally recognized professional accounting qualification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of Ten (10) years of relevant and extensive professional experience in a similar organization or large financial institution, five (5) of which must be at a managerial level.
• Sound understanding of the business and strategic priorities of International Finance Institutions (IFIs); Substantial exposure to the design and implementation of modern accounting and other relevant IT systems.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS. Ability to exercise professional judgment in the application of all the relevant controllership rules, to ensure that the assets and other resources of the Bank are safeguarded.
• Ability to lead and manage diverse teams and interact effectively with staff, Management, Board Members, senior government officials, and other external counterparts.
• Ability to provide clear and concise oral and written communication. Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) in English and/or French, with a working knowledge of the other.
• Ability to build talent and capability inside the organization through coaching, mentoring, training, developmental assignments and knowledge sharing, while also recognizing diversity and promoting inclusion.
• Track record in leading on change and empowering teams to innovate and deliver in areas such as accounting, reporting, systems and controls while enhancing process efficiency.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and financial market skills.
• Knowledge and experience in the development space –Understanding of the operational policies and programs of multilateral development banks.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and decisiveness including taking accountability and holds others accountable for results.
• Competence in the use of SAP and standard Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Application Closing Date
13th September, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified as international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.

Job Title: Lead Economist (ECCE)

Position Number: 50064903
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Position Grade: PL2

The Complex

• The core mandate of the Vice Presidency (ECVP) is to lead the Bank Group on prioritizing the generation, analysis, dissemination, brokering and implementation of relevant knowledge solutions in all High-5 operational priorities and the cross-cutting themes of its Ten-Year Strategy.
• Such solutions must be a clear response to priority development challenges facing regional member countries (RMCs), individually or collectively and need to involve RMCs in both the planning and implementation of the solutions.
• The solutions include: (i) research on major development issues facing Africa and their relation to global economic governance and other major global public goods; (ii) country diagnostics and future perspectives; (iii) policy dialogue and advisory services; (iv) economic, sector, and thematic knowledge work; (v) improving national and sub-regional statistical systems; (vi) preparation, design and support to implementation of public financial management and Governance operations; (vii) capacity development for policy formulation and implementation; (viii) technical assistance and advice related to RMCs’ management of natural resources; and (vii) knowledge dissemination and development of national, regional, and inter regional knowledge networks.

The Hiring Department / Division

• The mandate of the Country Economics Department is to position the Bank at the center of socio-economic knowledge-led Country and Regional strategies, policy dialogues and operations through (i) Strategy Documents: leading and contributing to the production of Country and Regional Strategy documents, including the Country Strategy Papers, Regional Integration Strategy Papers, Country Diagnostic Notes, and Regional Diagnostic Notes to inform country lending programs, (ii) Regional and Country Economic Reports: produces the Regional Economic Outlooks Reports, the Country Focus Reports, and the African Economic Outlook Country Notes to update on the economic, political and social developments in the country, (iii) Policy Dialogue: The department plays a key role in Country/Regional policy dialogues and in the Bank’s collaboration with other Development partners, including participation in Country Thematic Groups in line with Paris Declaration on Aid effectiveness and Accra Plan of Action (iv) Economic and Sector Work: the Country Economics Department leads in the research and analysis of economic and sector issues at the country and regional levels to inform the design of Bank’s strategy and programs in the region and Regional Member Countries.
• The Country Economics Department is composed of two (2) divisions, each overseen by a Division Manager: The Country Economics Department Division 1 (ECCE.1), which covers Central, North, and West Africa, and the Country Economics Division 2 (ECCE.2), which covers Nigeria, Eastern and Southern Africa. The two (2) Division Managers report to the Director of the Country Economics Department.

The Position

• The Lead Economist is a key member of the Country Economics Department. Reporting substantially to Country Economics Department Division Managers and administratively to Regional Directors Generals, Lead Economists work in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including the Director of the Country Economics Department, Country Economists, ECVP’s management, Sector Complexes’ staff and management, and country/regional/global policymakers.
• The Lead Economist is responsible for coordinating the design and implementation of the Bank’s knowledge work program, with a focus on generation and dissemination of knowledge work, preparation of regional integration and country strategy papers and related products and supporting policy dialogues in the assigned countries, in collaboration with the Regional Director Generals and Country Managers.
• Under the Bank’s matrix system, the Lead Economist, who is a member of the Country Economics Department, has a solid reporting line to the Division Manager of the Country Economics Department and a dotted reporting line to Regional Directors Generals where they are based.

Key Functions
The Lead Economist will:

• Lead the preparation of knowledge products (Regional/Country Diagnostic Notes, Economic and Sector work, etc.) to inform the design of regional integration strategy papers (RISPs) and country strategy papers (CSPs), Country Briefs, and economic and sectoral policy dialogue/reforms in collaboration with the regional directorates generals, sector complexes and other stakeholders within and outside the Bank, and ensure quality control in the preparation of the RISPs, CSPs, Economic and Sector Work.
• Lead the production and dissemination of flagship reports (Regional Economic Outlook reports, Country Focused Reports, etc.) and Country Notes for the African Economic Outlook reports; and contribute to other Bank’s flagship reports and ensure quality control in the preparation of these products.
• Ensure the Bank is at the forefront of producing economic development knowledge and practice in support to the Regional Member Countries’ effective management of macroeconomic policy and key development challenges.
• Develop partnerships with the other knowledge departments within the Complex and in and outside the Bank and ensure that the highest level of knowledge is incorporated in the design of Bank strategies and operations.
• Ensure that the High-5s and knowledge-based solutions are adequately prioritized in country strategy papers and regional integration strategy papers in collaboration with the regional directorates general, sector complexes and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and update of the Policy Reform Dialogue Matrix.
• Lead the application of economic research generated inside and outside of the Bank, to the development and review of economic policy solutions tailored to the specific circumstances of Regional Member Countries and Regional Economic Communities (RECs).
• Coordinate the work of Country Economists in the Bank towards improved harmonization of approaches and standards of quality.
• Lead the production of country-relevant, timely, analytically sound, and reliable policy advice for Regional Member Countries and RECs.
• Monitor economic conditions and policies in Regional Member Countries and provide policymakers with well researched insights about developments in their economies.
• Provide advice and guidance on core Bank policies, strategies, and processes for greater Bank effectiveness.
• Foster the Bank’s position on high level strategic issues in relation to inclusive growth and sustainable development in regional member countries.
• Enhance the Bank’s comparative advantage and quality assurance in delivering its development goals to the Regional Member Countries and RECs.
• Support the economic and sector work transformation venture across the Bank, in coordination with other relevant Bank Units.
• Develop partnerships with sister institutions on high level economic development initiatives in support of the Regional Member Countries and RECs.
• Contribute to knowledge-based dialogue and outreach in the Regional Member Countries and RECs.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Department Director.

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• A minimum of Master’s Degree in Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Econometrics or Applied Economics; a PhD will be an advantage.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience gained on site in developing countries (preferably in Africa) in the preparation, coordination and implementation of country/regional strategies, non-lending (knowledge) programs, and of economic and sectoral policy advisory services.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including a proven ability to think strategically, seeing the big picture without sacrificing the details, negotiation skills and team building skills, as well as a credible ability to influence and present ideas.
• Capacity to connect, understand and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to handle the high-level demands of a complex organization, including the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proven experience in the coordination of multi-disciplinary teams (Economists; sector experts; etc.).
• A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant and rich professional experience in macroeconomic policy analysis and management, applied economics, research, gained within major international organizations. Experience in policy advisory work and exposure to development work or operations is strongly desirable.
• Track record of support in macroeconomic modelling and forecasting, including debt management issues in the Regional Member Countries is a strong requirement.
• Evidence of recent policy advisory work related to project and program operations of development in general is desirable, backed by development-related publications in international journals or other recognized outlets.
• Knowledge of public financial management and debt management issues in developing countries is an advantage.
• Excellent knowledge of the international development institutions’ policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Proven experience in leading policy dialogue with the highest level of Government bodies in the Regional Member Countries.
• Proven experience in leading/preparing knowledge products and/or flagship reports (Regional/Country Diagnostic Notes/CSP and relevant documents/RISP/, Economic and Sector work, etc.).
• Demonstrated operational experience in a multilateral setting.
• Solid experience in knowledge and partnership leverage.
• Competence in the use of at least one standard econometric software for empirical analysis.
• Communicate and write effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Application Closing Date
24th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.

Job Title: Chief Country Economist

Position Number: 50054900, 50000333, 50001061
Locations: Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania and South Africa
Position Grade: PL3

The Complex

• The core mandate of the Vice Presidency (ECVP) is to lead the Bank Group on prioritizing the generation, analysis, dissemination, brokering and implementation of relevant knowledge solutions in all High-5 operational priorities and the cross-cutting themes of its Ten-Year Strategy.
• Such solutions must be a clear response to priority development challenges facing regional member countries (RMCs), individually or collectively and need to involve RMCs in both the planning and implementation of the solutions.
• The solutions include: (i) research on major development issues facing Africa and their relation to global economic governance and other major global public goods; (ii) country diagnostics and future perspectives; (iii) policy dialogue and advisory services; (iv) economic, sector, and thematic knowledge work; (v) improving national and sub-regional statistical systems; (vi) preparation, design and support to implementation of public financial management and Governance operations; (vii) capacity development for policy formulation and implementation; (viii) technical assistance and advice related to RMCs’ management of natural resources; and (vii) knowledge dissemination and development of national, regional, and inter regional knowledge networks.

Department / Division

• The mandate of the Country Economics Department is to position the Bank at the center of socio-economic knowledge-led Country and Regional strategies, policy dialogues and operations through:
  • Strategy Documents: leading and contributions to the production of Country and Regional Strategy documents, including the Country Strategy Papers, Regional Integration Strategy Papers, Country Diagnostic Notes, and Regional Diagnostic Notes to inform country lending programs
  • Regional and Country Economic Reports: produces the Regional Economic Outlooks Reports, the Country Focus Reports, and the African Economic Outlook Country Notes to update on the economic, political and social developments in the country
  • Policy Dialogue: The department plays a key role in Country/Regional policy dialogues and in the Bank’s collaboration with other Development partners, including participation in Country Thematic Groups in line with Paris Declaration on Aid effectiveness and Accra Plan of Action.
  • Economic and Sector Work: the Country Economics Department leads in the research and analysis of economic and sector issues at the country level to inform the design of Bank’s strategy and programs in the country.
• The Country Economics Department is composed of two (2) divisions, each overseen by a Division Manager: The Country Economics Division 1 (ECCE.1), which covers Central, North, and West Africa, and the Country Economics Division 2 (ECCE.2), which covers Nigeria, Eastern and Southern Africa. The two (2) Division Managers report to the Director of the Country Economics Department.

The Position

• Under the supervision of the Division Managers in the Country Economics Department and the Lead Economists for the region (on technical matters), and reporting administratively to Country Managers in charge of their countries of assignment, Chief Country Economists work in close collaboration with other internal and external stakeholders.
• Under the guidance of the Division Managers  of the Country Economics Departments, the Chief Country Economist will focus on macroeconomic and economic development work to deepen country knowledge, strengthen the Bank’s policy dialogues with country, regional, continental and global policymakers, preparation of Economic Sector Works and coordination of the preparation of Country Strategy Papers and other relevant documents (mid-term review, completion report, etc.).
• Under the Bank’s matrix system, the Chief Country Economists, who is a member of the Country Economics Department, has a solid reporting line to the Division Manager of the Country Economics Department and a dotted reporting line to Country Manager where they are based.

Key Functions
The Chief Country Economist will:

• Analyse the economic and financial situations of assigned Regional Member Countries, using internal and external information sources, and determine the implications for the programming and updating of Bank Group operations such as defined in the Country Strategy Paper.
• Contribute to the preparation and dissemination of Bank’s flagship publications and the publication of the Country Economics Department, including the African Economic Outlook, Regional Economic Outlooks and Country Focus Reports.
• Support the Business Delivery Units (Regional department and country office) in the dialogue with the National Authorities and other stakeholders (Donors, CSO, Private sector, etc) with regular briefs and update on the economic and financial situations, preparation and participations to meetings.
• Undertake assigned Economic and Sector Work (including Country Diagnostic Notes), focusing on issues of governance profiling; and papers on relevant economic and financial issues in the development process; Country Notes for African Economic Outlook reports, Country Focused Reports, etc.
• Identify, prepare, evaluate and monitor the implementation of economic programmes, including macroeconomic programmes.
• Coordinate the preparation of Country Strategy Papers, based on the Regional Member Countries’ Poverty Reduction Strategies and/or the Governments’ Development Agendas.
• Maintain effective communication with the sector departments and other relevant units in the Bank and an active participation in review meetings (Country /regional team meetings) to ensure a coordinated approach in the implementation of the Bank’s Strategy and lending operations in assigned countries.
• Participate in Country Portfolio Reviews.
• Participate in the preparation and monitoring of the implementation of measures under budget support loans
• Participate in aid coordination activities with bilateral and multilateral donors, with emphasis on promoting the co-financing of knowledge products, projects and programmes.
• Undertake Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA).
• Participate in the preparation Country Fragility and Resilience Assessment, Country Risk Assessment, etc.
• Participate in the preparation of ECCE Divisions’ budget and in the recruitment of consultants; prepare annual and triennial knowledge work programme and briefs on economic and sectoral developments, economic reforms programmes.
• Develop and build client relations at all levels and plays a promotional role in generating new knowledge activities and related business for the Bank.
• Provide mentoring to junior economists.

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• Hold at least a Master’s Degree in Economics or related disciplines.
• Have a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in macroeconomic policy analysis and management issues and the economics of development at international level, gained in international organizations or relevant national institutions, working on African development issues and country strategy papers preparation.
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including a proven ability to think strategically, seeing the big picture without sacrificing the details, negotiation skills and team building skills, as well as a credible ability to influence and present ideas.
• Capacity to connect, understand and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to handle the high-level demands of a complex organization, including the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Good grasp of the developing countries issues.
• Solid technical and quantitative skills as an applied development macroeconomist.
• Proven experience and record in economic modelling and forecasting.
• Competence in the use of at least one standard econometric software for empirical analysis
• Very good knowledge of portfolio management and demonstrated knowledge of economics and analytical skills.
• Strong experience in policy dialogue, as well as fragility assessment knowledge and skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and ability to deliver results on time.
• Problem solving capabilities coupled to innovation skills and change management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Application Closing Date
19th August, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Note: This position is classified international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.