Advisor

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a lasting impact 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 Advisor is assigned to the Office of the Chief Economist and Director General (EROD) in the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI).

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 Chief Economist and Director General, ERDI and will oversee assigned International Staff and Local Staff.

Your Role

As Advisor, you will support the Chief Economist and Director General, with guidance from the Deputy Chief Economist, to set ERDI’s medium-term research agenda aligned with ADB’s strategic priorities, monitor progress implementing this agenda, and lead strategic research projects. You will oversee the department’s key research and knowledge events and manage the department’s seminar and webinar series.

You Will

Leadership and Strategic Management

• Support the Chief Economist and Director General, under the guidance of the Deputy Chief Economist, in cascading the department’s vision, goals, and strategies; and planning, coordinating, and monitoring ERDI’s research agenda.
• Participate in other research projects as requested by the Chief Economist and Director General.
• Support the Chief Economist and Director General in the management of the department’s research, including the oversight of research priority groups that align with ADB strategic priorities.
• Support the Chief Economist and Director General in monitoring the quality and relevance of ERDI’s research outputs.
• Support the Chief Economist and Director General and the Deputy Chief Economist in overseeing the development and monitoring of plans for the department’s work program, staff resources (including talent acquisition), technical assistance, and administrative budget.
• Support the Chief Economist and Director General and the Deputy Chief Economist in managing the department’s budget and human resources, including support for talent acquisition, quality assurance in technical assistance requests and changes in scope, and efficient use of administrative budget.
• Support the Chief Economist and Director General and the Deputy Chief Economist in managing relations within the Economists’ Job Family, including organizing the annual retreat.
  
  

Flagship Publications and Development Research

• With the Chief Economist and Director General and the Deputy Chief Economist, oversee the production of the flagship Asian Development Policy Report and Asia-Pacific Climate Report , including managing cross-department research teams, external experts, and production consultants.
• Oversee the approval of technical assistance funds to support the flagship publications and manage their use.
• Engage with experts across ADB to develop the content of the flagship reports and assist the Chief Economist and Director General to consult with and report to Senior Management and the Board on the report topics and results.
• Initiate and lead strategic research projects either linked to one of the department’s flagship publications or as a core part of a research priority area as guided by the Chief Economist and Director General.
  
  

Knowledge Management and External Partnerships

• Lead organization of ERDI’s key research and knowledge events, particularly the Economists’ Forum and the Asian Economic Development Conference, in coordination with relevant departments and other knowledge partners.
• Lead ERDI involvement and sponsorship of regional economic research conferences.
• Support the Chief Economist and Director General in disseminating research outputs, including overseeing the department seminars and Asian Impact Webinar series.
• Represent ADB in international and regional forums for development research and policy discussions; and at external events organized by multilateral institutions, development partners, and international financial experts.
• Provide support for relationship management and coordination with Senior Management and external clients.
  
  

Staff Management

• Create and lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the overall quality of their work.
• Manage the performance of teams and individuals by providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to teams and individuals, ensuring their ongoing learning and development.
  
  

You Will Need

• PhD in economics, finance, or relevant fields.
• At least 15 years of relevant professional experience, with an excellent track record of economic research and publications in internationally referred journals.
• Established reputation in international academic circles and ability to project the role of ADB as a regional leader in development.
• Experience working on development issues in multiple countries of Asia and the Pacific region
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, Management, Board members, and external partners
• Cross cultural skills to manage a team of qualified international and local staff and work with clients.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for M1.
  
  

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.

• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits (if applicable)
• Relocation (if applicable)
• Retirement plan
• Medicalandhealth benefits
• Paidleave(including parental)
• Lifeandotherinsurance plans
• Staff development
  
  

Additional Information

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed-term appointment for a managerial position, initially for a period of 3 years or up to Staff’s Normal Retirement Date (NRD) whichever comes earlier, 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 an additional fixed term period of up to 3 years or allow it to expire. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including, but not limited to, ADB’s medium- to long-term plans for the organizational unit, the relevance of the staff’s skills to those plans, and the staff’s managerial and behavioral competencies. Notwithstanding the length of the initial or any subsequently renewed FT-M, the expiration date of any fixed-term appointment will not exceed the Staff’s NRD. There is no limit on the number of renewals up to Staff’s NRD . However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquarteredinManila,Philippinesandiscomposedof69members,50ofwhicharefromthe 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 .

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Primary Location: Asian Development Bank Headquarters-Philippines-Manila

Department: Economic Research and Development Impact Department

Division: Office of the Chief Economist and Director General, ERDI

Staff Category: Managerial International (HQ)

Position Level: M1

Job Posting: 07-Jan-2026, 8:09:20 AM

14-Jan-2026, 11:59:00 PM

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