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THE BANK:Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 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. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten-Year Strategy (2024-2033) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely; energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa. THE COMPLEX:The Vice-Presidency, Technology and Corporate Services (TCVP) is responsible for providing leadership and oversight on the efficient, highly effective, value-for-money, and client-centered provision of ICT services, general services and works, corporate procurement of goods, language services, business continuity, consultant services, and cybersecurity services to all organizational units of the Bank.  TCVP is especially charged with leading the efforts to digitalize the Bank's business processes and procedures. THE HIRING DEPARTMENT:The Corporate Information Technology Services Department's (TCIS) mission at the Bank is to align the digital strategy and delivery model along with the Bank's business strategy to increase the organizational effectiveness through efficient use of emerging technologies and digital transformation. Under the leadership of the Chief Information and Technology Officer, TCIS is mandated by the Bank to deliver best IT services for Bank's operations in order to accomplish its mission of spurring sustainable economic development and social progress in its regional member countries, contributing to poverty reduction.  THE POSITION:Under the guidance of the Manager of the Business Solution Division, (TCIS.2) the Specialist performs systems configuration, development, and maintenance work in all phases of applications life cycle for the ERP system from business process analysis, process design through testing, implementation, and support primarily in SAP PPM, PS and Service modules.The Specialist performs functional requirement analysis, functional configurations in SAP PPM, PS & Service modules, develops technical specifications, performs application development and unit testing. This includes custom solutions identified along with associated forms, reports, and data views. In addition, this role enables user acceptance testing, develops technical and use documentation, and provides second level technical support in coordination with internal and external partners. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, TCIS.2, the key duties and responsibilities of the Senior SAP Solutions Expert Officer are to:Perform functional requirement analysis, Functional Configurations on SAP PPM, PS & Service Modules, ABAP(RICEFWS), FIORI UI5, O-Data Services, Webservices, REST & SOAP development and maintenance in S4 HANA ERP system and related interfaces primarily in the areas of SAP PPM & PS Modules.Produce technical specifications and documentation that includes impact analysis, test cases, object dependencies, performance testing and risk analysis. Creates solutions for business and technical problems identified, in accordance with industry standards and African Development Bank resources, rules and regulations.Perform system maintenance and production support to SAP PPM, PS & Service modules, also, perform configurations related to Portfolio Buckets, Portfolio items and initiatives, Financial and Capacity Planning, Resource Planning and Project Costing.Perform Maintenance and custom developments on PPM, PS & Service modules covering topics such as Customer projects, Project structuring, Cost planning, Resource planning, procurement process and result analysis, also SAP PPM Integrations with SAP PS, MM and FI modules.Perform and Coordinate development activities in S4H Cloud such as SAP BTP, Cloud integrations, RPA (Robotic Process Automation), Side-by-side extensibility.Act as a back-up resource person for other functional areas in the team as and when required.Provide support for application development in business areas outside of PPM, PS & Service modules as required based on priorities.Perform any other relevant duties requested by the supervisor. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge):At least Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Development or related business fields. A Master's degree will be an added advantage.At least eight (8) years' experience in SAP ABAP development with at least three (3) years' experience in SAP S/4 HANA. Certification in SAP ABAP and SAP S/4 HANA are required for applicants with a Bachelor's degree.Experience of working in a large and complex organization.Excellent knowledge of SAP configuration and development methods and disciplines.Full end to end understanding of SAP implementations, development, quality, and production environments in SAP related competencies such as SAP BTP, ABAP (RICEF), Workflow, Netweaver Gateway, Fiori & UI5 with SAP S/4 Hana.Understanding of relational databases, data storage, and SQL concepts.  Understanding of data structures and data objects.Advanced knowledge of SAP Portfolio Project Management, Project Systems, Service Modules.Good understanding and functional experience of other SAP modules will be added advantage.Knowledge in other non-SAP applications and different technologies will be an added advantage.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent presentation skills.Strong interpersonal skills.Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, preferably with a working knowledge of the other.Knowledge of the Bank's standard software: Excel, Word, Power Point, MS Project, Access, etc.       ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position • Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance. • For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. ______________________________________________________________________

THE BANK:Established in 1964, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 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. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Bank Group's new Ten Year Strategy (2024 – 2033) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), will continue be used to guide Bank operations, namely; energy, agribusiness, industrialization, regional integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa.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 overall objective of the Financial Management Department (FIFM) is to safeguard and improve the Bank Group's risk bearing capacity while looking to optimize efficiency to benefit clients, shareholders and staff.The role of the Treasury Risk Management Division (FIFM2) is the management of treasury risk and the oversight of treasury activities that enable the Bank to make informed treasury investment and borrowing decisions with adequate and manageable hedging mechanisms. The Division's objectives are :To identify, measure, monitor and mitigate market and credit risks in the Bank's Treasury operations;To ensure the timely reporting of the Treasury Department activities;To build an efficient control framework to ensure the adherence to the Bank's policies, Assets and Liabilities Management (ALM) guidelines and to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS);To provide efficient information systems and analytical support tools to the Treasury Department to improve the decision-making process.THE POSITION:As part of the Treasury Risk Management Division, the Senior Treasury Risk Officer will be responsible for reporting on treasury activities and related market and counterparty credit risk exposures and monitoring treasury operations compliance with the Bank's Asset and Liability Management guidelines.KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision of the Manager of the Treasury Risk Division, the incumbent's duties and responsibilities will be as follows:1-Report on the Bank's investment and liability management activitiesEnsure the timely production of reports monitoring investment and liability activities for staff, management, the Financial Control Department (FIFC) and the Assets and Liability Management Committee (ALCO);Perform PnL calculation, performance attribution, hedge effectiveness for investment portfolio;Reconcile the valuation of portfolio positions with market data.Keep abreast of developments in IFRS and their impacts on reporting activities in the financial statements.2-Provide support to the Front Office Divisions for transaction and risk analysisReview the terms of new funding proposals received by counterparties;Analyze and assist investment officers to evaluate complex investment structures;Ensure that the Bank has the internal capacity to fair value new borrowing transactions proposed by counterparties;Participate in the design and implementation of decision support tools that improve the efficiency of investment and liability management activities;Conduct and coordinate the training of Front Office staff on the use of pricing, risk analysis and risk monitoring systems.3-Ensure the proper maintenance of the key treasury systems used to monitor investment  and liability management activitiesMonitor the day to day use of the Treasury pricing and risk analysis and monitoring systems and the integrity of market and trade data;Maintain systems and participate in migrations to new versions to improve the accuracy of security valuations and risk reporting;Participate in the analysis and calibration of trades in Treasury systems during audit reviews.4-Ensure an efficient control framework for treasury investment and liability management activitiesMonitor and report on the compliance with guidelines for investment and liability management transactions.5-Counterparty Credit Risk Assessment for Liability PortfolioConduct comprehensive evaluations of counterparty credit risk associated with liability portfolio. This includes analysing the creditworthiness of counterparties and assessing exposure limits.Implement ongoing monitoring of counterparty exposures within the liability portfolio, preparing detailed reports that highlight significant changes in credit risk profiles.Analyse market risk factors impacting the investment portfolio, including interest rate fluctuations, market volatility, and credit spread movements. 6-Structured Trade ValuationStructuration and valuation of structured product trades in the Numerix OneView application.Conduct thorough analysis of structured products to assess risk and return profiles.Collaborate with trading and risk management teams to ensure accurate pricing and valuation.Prepare detailed reports and presentations on structured product performance and market trends.Stay updated on market developments and regulatory changes affecting structured products.COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge)Hold a minimum of a Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Banking, Accounting, Economics. Professional qualification in risk management will be a plus; A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in IFI's, with a large scope of treasury activities;Working experience in the implementation of Treasury credit monitoring and portfolio management models and stress testing tools used by IFI's and/or Multilateral Development Banks;Good knowledge of treasury financial instruments, fixed income securities, derivatives, and risk management;Proficiency in using Numerix OneView for trade structuration and valuation.Strong understanding of pricing models and their application in structured products.Basic knowledge of yield curve construction and basis spread.Ability to interact with IT team to customize and upgrade functionalities of new treasury systems and tools; Capacity to follow and to adjust to new markets developmentsGood team worker with strong interpersonal skills.Ability to communicate and write effectively in French and/or English, with a working knowledge of the other language;Good mastery of standard computer applications (Microsoft office package), and competence in modelling and quantitative products, and SAP.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position • Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance. • For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. ______________________________________________________________________

THE BANK:Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 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. To sharply focus the objectives of the Ten-Year Strategy (2024 – 2033) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely, energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa. THE COMPLEX:The President, plans, supervises, and manages the business of the Bank Group. Under the direction of the Boards of Directors, the President conducts the business of the Bank and the African Development Fund and manages operations and activities in accordance with the Agreements establishing the ADB and the ADF. The President supervises several Departments and Units including Office of the President (PRST0); Independent Development Evaluation Department (BDEV); Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department (PIAC); Compliance Review and Mediation Unit (BCRM); Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board (BSAB); Administrative Tribunal (BATR); Office of the Auditor General (PAGL); Group Risk Management Directorate (PGRM); General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL); Communication and External Relations Department (PCER); Staff Integrity and Ethics Office (PETH) and Office of the Secretary General & General Secretariat(PSEG). THE HIRING DEPARTMENT:Office of the Auditor General provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Bank's operations. It also assists the Bank to accomplish its strategic objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The Office of the Auditor General is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling a broad, comprehensive program of auditing and consulting/advisory services both internally and externally including, without limitation, all projects, and programs of the Bank group. THE POSITION:As part of the internal audit team, the Project Principal Technical Auditor will bring a technical perspective to the audit of Bank-financed infrastructure projects. The incumbent will review technical documentation, engage with stakeholders (including Sector Departments, Project Implementation Units (PIUs), contractors, and consultants), and ensure that the audited projects are founded on sound technical design, implemented to quality standards, and progressing within scope, time, and budget parameters. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, –the Project Principal Technical Auditor will:Provide technical expertise during audits of Bank-financed infrastructure projects by reviewing project documentation, engineering designs, cost estimates, execution plans, and technical reports to ensure technical issues are appropriately assessed and addressed. Contribute engineering or quantity surveying insights that complement financial and operational audit assessments.Assess the quality and integrity of project origination and design processes by evaluating feasibility studies, technical alternatives, and baseline assumptions to ensure alignment with sector standards and development objectives. Identify upstream risks that may compromise project efficiency, quality, or sustainability during implementation.Evaluate construction planning, supervision arrangements, and implementation controls by reviewing implementation plans and oversight mechanisms to determine whether Project Implementation Units (PIUs) are effectively managing contractors, supervising consultants, and technical reporting throughout the project lifecycle.Verify compliance with contractual obligations, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements by analyzing change orders, technical claims, permits, quality documentation, and contractor performance to determine compliance with contract provisions, Bank guidelines, and applicable engineering standards.Benchmark project costs and assess value-for-money by reviewing cost estimates, bill of quantities, and contract pricing to ensure consistency with market rates, regional comparators, and international benchmarks. Contribute to value engineering reviews and assess life-cycle cost considerations.Conduct physical inspections and technical site verifications by participating in field missions, when feasible, to confirm that infrastructure works are executed according to specifications, within scope, and to acceptable standards of quality and safety.Support audit planning and contribute to the development of technical audit methodologies by providing input into audit engagement planning, risk scoping, and the development of tools and checklists to improve the effectiveness of technical reviews within internal audits.Identify systemic issues and recurring technical risks by synthesizing audit findings to flag cross-cutting issues related to project design, cost controls, construction quality, and supervision. Contribute to Bank-wide recommendations aimed at strengthening infrastructure project governance and delivery.Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders by collaborating closely with other internal auditors, sector departments, project teams, PIUs, contractors, and consultants to ensure technical issues are accurately captured and reflected in audit conclusions and recommendations.  QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEEducation:Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field of engineering.Professional Experience:A minimum of six (6) years of experience in civil engineering, quantity surveying or cost consulting, preferably in the construction industry.Solid knowledge of construction industry practices, applicable regulations, and engineering standards.Experience working with project design, cost estimation, contract supervision, and value engineering within infrastructure projects, preferably those funded by development finance institutions or implemented in public and private sector contexts.Key CompetenciesPreferred Qualifications: Professional membership or certification in quantity surveying, cost engineering, or construction management (e.g., MRICS, PMP, PMI-SP) is an asset. Please note, we are looking for a civil engineering professional who is willing to study for the IIA examinations and certification.  Prior possession of this professional experience is not a prerequisite for the role.Technical and Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of design-build processes, general contracting, and value-based project planning, including cost loading, margin management, and lump sum contracts.Cost Estimation and Contract Oversight: Proven proficiency in cost estimation and cost management techniques. Familiarity with contract administration and the legal and procedural aspects of construction project delivery.Analytical and Negotiation Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with sound judgment and extraordinary negotiation abilities when reviewing technical claims or contractual disputes.Software Proficiency: Demonstrated use of quantity surveying tools and cost control platforms. Proficiency in relevant software for pricing, technical auditing, and engineering assessments.Internal Audit Contribution and Knowledge Sharing: Willingness to contribute to the development of technical audit tools and guidance notes, and to share knowledge across the audit function to strengthen technical capacity in project development and implementation related reviews.Communication and Interpersonal Skills:Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to translate complex findings into clear, concise reports and presentations.Skilled in presenting audit observations to internal stakeholders and external partners in a constructive and solutions-oriented manner.Fluency in English or French is required, preferably with a working knowledge of the other language.Professionalism and Teamwork:High ethical standards, integrity, and objectivity.Strong organizational skills, good judgment, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.Willingness to mentor junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing across the department and Bank-wide.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position • Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance. • For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. ______________________________________________________________________

THE BANK:Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries).  The Bank's development agenda is delivering financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten Year Strategy (2024 – 2033) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely; energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa.The Bank is seeking to recruit a dynamic and competent Principal Investment Officer who will work on agriculture and rural finance transactions within the Vice Presidency for 'Agriculture, Human, and Social Development' (AHVP), specifically in the Agriculture and Rural Finance Department (AHFR) Department. THE COMPLEX:The Vice Presidency for 'Agriculture, Human, and Social Development' is a Sector Complex focusing on two of the Bank's High 5s priorities of "Feed Africa" and "Improve Quality of Life for the People of Africa". The Complex objectives are (i) to develop policy and strategy; (ii) provide deep sector expertise to the Regional Directorates by gathering pools of experienced individuals who can be consulted to provide sector expertise on complex transactions; and (iii) develop new financing instruments; (iv) represent the Bank with external stakeholders on aspects of "Feed Africa" and "Improve Quality of Life for the People of Africa". THE HIRING DEPARTMENT / DIVISION:The Agriculture Finance and Rural Development Department works closely with the Agriculture and Agro-Industry Department and the Regional Directorates to provide support for the delivery of "Feed Africa: Strategy for Agricultural Transformation in Africa, 2016-2025".Feed Africa has "7 Enablers", i) Increase productivity by catalyzing the development of effective input distribution systems and reduction in post-harvest waste and loss; ii) Realize the value of increased production by facilitating increased investment into output markets and supporting market incentives for value  addition; iii) Increase investment into enabling infrastructure, both hard and soft infrastructure; iv) Create an enabling agribusiness environment with appropriate policies and regulation; v) Catalyze capital flows (especially commercial lending and private investment) to scale agribusinesses; vi) Ensure inclusivity, sustainability and effective nutrition beyond what the market may deliver otherwise; and vii) Coordinate activities to kick start transformation, align activities and  investments of different actors, and guide initial activities to the point where private sector actors can be crowded in.The Agricultural Finance and Rural Development Department focuses on delivery of the following:Finance, scale and catalyse capital flows of commercial lending and private investment into agribusinesses.Accelerate agriculture transformation through private sector actors.Design, finance and promote Public-Private Partnerships and private sector-led Special Agro-industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ).Design and support disaster risk financing structures to mitigate the financial impact of natural disasters and climate-related events on vulnerable populations in Africa through private sector led and enabled insurance and hedging mechanisms.Support Agri-small medium enterprise (SME) financing through catalytic mechanisms including but not limited to concessional and blend financing.Catalyze and support capital flows to scale SMEs by establishing risk sharing facilities and other products.The core mandate of the Department is to develop the strategy of the Bank related to agricultural and rural finance and rural development, execute non-sovereign operations for the transformation of value chains, represent the Bank with external stakeholders, provide sector expertise to the Regions by gathering experts who can be consulted by operations and closing the financing gap for private sector-led development of agricultural value chains. The Department is also responsible for mainstreaming the Africa Disaster Risk Financing Program to enable African countries manage disaster risk and access ex-ante insurance financing before major climate events.The Department is structured into two Divisions: (i) Agriculture and Rural Finance Division (AHFR.1); and (ii) Rural Infrastructure Development Division (AHFR.2).The Agriculture and Rural Finance Division is responsible for working with the private and financial sector to transform value chains, identifying opportunities for long-term investments to address food security and boost economic growth in Africa.The Agriculture and Rural Finance Division has the following deliverables:Non-sovereign operations targeting private sector companies, investment and impact funds.High-quality and innovative investments of debt, equity, quasi-equity, guarantees and risk management instruments to facilitate and catalyze investments to the private sector as well as for value chain development and transformation.Practical implementation arrangements with key implementing partners.Knowledge management of agriculture, rural finance and best practices.Enabling environment and alliances with key stakeholders; andMonitoring of performance and recommendations for corrective actions. THE POSITION:The Principal Investment Officer is being recruited to originate, develop, lead the due diligence up to Board Directors approval, financial closure and first disbursement of private sector transactions (non-sovereign operations) in the agriculture and rural finance space.  Applicants will be considered based on their specific skills, expertise and background. Depending on the profile of candidates, the position could be based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast or Abuja, Nigeria. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the direct supervision of the Division Manager – Agriculture and Rural Finance, the Principal Investment Officer will:1. Project Development and Processing1.1 Liaise and coordinate with other Investment Officers and Bank staff in business development and the origination of a good quality investment pipeline.1.2 Proactively identify potential investment partners and opportunities based on industry experience, reputation, market potential, financial capability, and strategic fit.1.3 Assess the attractiveness of specific investment opportunities with a strong focus on credit quality and development impact and make recommendations management.1.4 Build and maintain strong relationships with other departments, clients, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to develop specific investment opportunities.1.5 Prepare project appraisal reports for presentation to the department, review committees, senior management and finally to the Board of Directors.1.6 Execute loan, equity, quasi-equity, guarantee and risk management instrument financings including processing mandates, conducting due diligence, structuring deals, negotiating terms and documentation, arranging syndications, and processing internal approvals.1.7 Coordinate with sector colleagues, internal approvals to proactively find pragmatic solutions to emerging/specific sector challenges.1.8 Develop investment promotion strategies in Africa, including targeting potential investors and promoting the Bank's products and services proactively.1.9 Work with the legal department to ensure that all deals have appropriate legal documentation and that financial close is achieved, and hand over projects to portfolio management staff; and1.10 Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to develop a strong pipeline for new investment opportunities.2. Design Specific Innovative Transactions, Projects and Initiatives2.1 Undertake the work on aspects of investments and agricultural / agribusiness development and align them with institutional objectives.2.2 Work with regional teams/country offices to design and implement sector development support programs.2.3 Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new transactions, with a strong focus on credit and asset quality (include processing mandates, due diligence, negotiating term sheets and other documentation, syndications and board approval); and2.4 Provide support to other industry and portfolio teams in processing and supervising projects.3. External Liaison and Knowledge Sharing3.1 Contribute to the documentation of lessons learned from investment operations and emerging best practices in areas of expertise.3.2 Participate in and contribute to information and experience sharing sessions with internal and external stakeholders.3.3 Participate in and contribute to activities for advocacy, dissemination and knowledge building relating to the Bank's investments/operations, products and initiatives.3.4 Provide peer review to other colleagues to share industry knowledge and information on respective sectors.3.5 Provide technical leadership and support to knowledge and lesson sharing approaches and events with internal and external stakeholders; and3.6 Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to develop specific investment opportunities.4. Policy and Project Evaluation4.1 Provide input and comments on project, policy and other papers related to respective sector operations and development across a range of key themes and sectors.5. Strategy, Planning and Reporting5.1 Participate in relevant teams for planning and programming purposes.5.2 Contribute to and coordinate in the investment's inputs development of strategies at regional level;5.3 Assist in the development of the Department's knowledge management strategy and assist in    execution of this strategy; and5.4 Coordinate closely with social, environmental, advisory and technical assistance colleagues in order to champion the Bank's value to its clients' businesses, find pragmatic solutions to the specific sector challenges, and achieve sustainable development impact.COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge):Must have a minimum of a Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance or other relevant field; a professional qualification – A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder will be a plus.Have a minimum of six (6) years' professional experience in corporate / project finance, investment banking, consulting or private equity/venture capital with specific experience in Africa.Ability for business development, structure and negotiation deals.Strong analytical, financial structuring skills (including financial modeling experience) and sound business judgment.Working experience in multinational organization in Africa and/or specialized experience in similar organizations would be considered an advantage.Demonstrates ability to coordinate, participate in, and act as a catalyst for, strategic cross-sector dialogues within the networks, across the country, among Bank colleagues and other development institutions, governments and other organizations.Knowledge of economic developments and market trends in Africa.Ability to contribute to sound decisions and contribute to the execution of the decisions.Ability to initiate, effectively and independently interact with the senior government officials, senior management of potential clients.Strong commitment to search for and produce innovative and creative approaches to activities in order to enhance performance and create added benefits to the Bank and its clients.Excellent problem-solving capabilities, applies business knowledge to the resolution of problems and identifies solutions to the benefit of the client (internal and external) and the organization.Excellent organizational, administrative, and time management skills.Proven ability to work with limited supervision and efficiently to deliver under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Willingness to travel extensively and geographic flexibility.Excellent presentation skills.Ability to communicate orally and in writing effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language; andCompetence in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position • Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance. • For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. ______________________________________________________________________

THE BANKEstablished in 1964, the African Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries).  The Bank's development agenda delivers financial and technical support for transformative projects that significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. To sharply focus the objectives of the Ten Year Strategy (2024 – 2033) and ensure a more significant developmental impact, five major areas, all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely energy, agro-business, industrialisation, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa. THE COMPLEX:The Agriculture, Human and Social Development Complex (AHVP) leads in implementing two of the five priority areas "High 5's", namely "Feed Africa" and "Improve the Quality of Life for Africans". 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 complex objectives are (i) to develop, policy and strategy; (ii) provide deep sector expertise to the regions and (iii) develop new financing instrumentsThe Vice-Presidency for Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery (RDVP) is responsible for operational relevance, efficiency and effectiveness of the Bank Group's operational programs and activities. The RDVP ensures that the Bank operates successfully across its Regional Members Countries (RMCs) and oversees the full implementation of all aspects of the Bank's Regional Directorates. THE HIRING DEPARTMENT:The Water Development and Sanitation Department (AHWS) is part of the Agriculture, Human and Social Development Complex. The Department is responsible for the coordination of the Bank's water development and sanitation-related activities to enhance synergies and contribute to achievement of all High5s (Power and Light Africa, Feed Africa, Industrialize Africa, Integrate Africa, and Improve the Quality of Life). The AHWS leads the scaling-up of the Bank's contribution to Africa's efforts to attain water security and sanitation for sustainable socio-economic transformation. The Department is also responsible for the origination of Non-Sovereign Operations (NSOs). It also supports regions concerning complex projects. Through its divisions: AHWS.l, AHWS.2, AHWS.3 for Water Security and Sanitation in Africa, and the African Water Facility (AWF), the AHWS Department supports regional hubs in the development and promotion of knowledge, approaches and tools for green and inclusive water security and for improved sanitation. THE HIRING DIVISION:The African Water Facility (AWF) is an initiative of the African Ministers' Council on Water (AMCOW) to mobilize resources to finance water sector facilitation and investment activities in Africa. The AWF has been established within the context of the Africa Water Vision and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The African Development Bank is managing the AWF on the request of AMCOW. The resources of the AWF are primarily allocated to: water resources projects and programmes focused on improving the enabling environment for sustainable national and regional water resources management, preparing projects and programmes for immediate capital investments, and providing resources for strategic and small-scale investments. The AWF plans, organizes and carries out activities related to projects and programs cycle activities (identification, preparation, appraisal implementation and supervision) in the above areas, in all African countries; undertakes studies on issues regarding the water sector development and related areas; provides advice and technical assistance to African countries; and ensures coordination and synergy with other partners and donors in the water and sanitation sector in Africa. The AWF currently manages a portfolio of more than €200 million spread all over Africa. The AWF currently manages more than €200 million project portfolio shared all over Africa. The AWF is recruiting a Sanitation Specialist who will mainly support the management of the growing sanitation portfolio of the AWF. KEY FUNCTIONS:Develop the AWF portfolio in line with the AWF strategy through identifying projects and conducting dialogue with governments, river basin organisations, local governments, utilities, private sector and NGOs, among others.Supervise AWF's Project Portfolio in the EastAfrican Region ensuring that project objectives are met particularly regarding financing of follow-up investments.Develop knowledge products to disseminate AWF's impact and lessons learnt.Duties and Responsibilities:The Senior Water and Sanitation Engineer reporting functionally to the Co-ordinator AWF and administratively to the DG RDGE  will be responsible for supporting the development and supervision of the AWF portfolio in the East African Region. S/he will be responsible for managing a portfolio of projects and will ensure that project objectives are met in an efficient and sustainable manner. S/he will undertake various activities, which among others, include:AWF Pipeline Development and Portfolio ManagementLead or participate in missions for AWF project or program identification/origination, preparation and appraisal, and eventual processing for approvalCollaborate with the legal and other departments in preparation of grant agreements, and follow-up of agreements signatureSupervise AWF's portfolio of projects in accordance with Bank rules and procedures, co-ordinating inputs of other Bank experts for effective and efficient portfolio management and administration and support to granteesContribute to the sector's portfolio performance reviews pertaining to the experience in the water and sanitation sectorPromote and contribute towards the integration of city-wide inclusive sanitation and green growth in sector operations addressing issues of gender, climate change and fragilityLead or participate in project reviews including Internal Working Groups (IWGs) and Inter-departmental Working Groups (IDWGs) and the preparation of project completion reportsUndertake project completion missions with a view to preparing project completion reportsProvide technical advice/assistance to RMCs for the development of their water security and sanitation sector programming and tools towards ensuring a water secure environmentSupport RMCs in mainstreaming water security and sanitation as well as broader integrated water resources management principles in their policies, strategies and development plansAssist RMCs in identifying institutional capacity building and reform requirements in the Water SectorRecruit consultants and/or organize and undertake project preparation missions as necessary to finalize the preparation of the Project Appraisal Reports and support the review process to approval by the relevant persons.Ensure that grant agreements are signed promptly after approval as well as timely achievement of grant effectiveness.Provide on-going assistance to recipients in understanding and applying AWF's operational procedures relating to grant administration as well as the AfDB rules and procedures for the procurement of goods, works and services.Undertake desk and field supervisions to ensure that projects are timely implemented to achieve the intended objectives. Conduct regular meetings with project implementing teams to assess project status, recommend changes and improvements to ensure the timely achievement of expected results.Ensure efficient achievement of all the project milestones including project evaluation, regular audits, knowledge synthesis and timely monitoring and reporting on project progress and completion, problems experienced and solutions to all stakeholders. Support arrangements for project evaluation.Develop Knowledge ProductsContribute to knowledge management including undertaking analytical work to generate and disseminate knowledge products on water and sanitation, water resources management and institutional development to inform the pipeline of projectsProvide technical guidance and backstopping support in the preparation of country and/or sector studies to promote inclusive, sustainable and affordable water and sanitation services at country levelContribute technical inputs to the community of practice on water supply and sanitation to facilitate knowledge exchange within the Bank and to harmonize service standards across the regional hubsEstablish and maintain active communication between the different stakeholders and work with them to ensure that they are adequately informed on portfolio progress.Co-ordination, Collaboration and Strategic PartnershipsParticipate in the co-ordination and organisation of AWF donor meetings, regional and international meetings, conferences, seminars and workshops on water and sanitation development issues.Contribute to the AWF/Bank's collaboration with key external stakeholders, regional bodies and development partners in advancing Africa's water security.Contribute to the AWF and sector department's responsibility for the coordination of water and sanitation related interventions across complexesContribute to the preparation of the AWF Annual Report, and the Annual Work plan and budget as required.Respond to requests for information from the AWF Co-ordinator and the AWF team at HQ in a timely manner.Undertake assignments as may be required by the AWF Co-ordinator from time to timeParticipate in or coordinate the preparation of AWF thematic reports and documents and provide expert advice and help improve the quality of Bank reports in-house and outside the AWFProvide guidance and mentorship to junior experts in relation to the AWF's Strategy and related Bank policies and procedures in general.SELECTION CRITERIA (including desirable skills, knowledge and experience):Hold at least a master's degree in civil engineering, water resources engineering, water resources management, or a related field.Have a minimum of five (5) years of post-qualification experience in the water and sanitation sector.Possess a good understanding of water supply, sanitation, and water resources issues, trends, challenges, and opportunities in Africa.In-depth knowledge of integrated water resource management and governance modalities. Ability to identify and articulate policy and strategic issues and provide sound advice.Knowledge of investment planning, water sector infrastructure project preparation, climate resilience, structuring of informal sanitation value chains, financing mechanisms for capital and O&M costs of water facilities, private sector mobilization, and Public-Private Partnerships preparation.Ability to deal with sensitive issues in a multicultural environment and build effective working relationships with colleagues.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as part of a multicultural team.Demonstrated ability to think strategically, synthesize complex issues, and communicate them effectively both orally and in written briefs.Experience in delivering high-quality operational products and services (research advice, sectoral studies, and reviews; projects).Good communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships in a diverse multicultural environment.Experience with International Development Financing Institutions (DFI)s in developing countries, including satisfactory knowledge of their operational policies and procedures.Ability to communicate effectively (in writing and orally) in English or French, preferably with a working knowledge of the other.Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint); knowledge of SAP is desirable.      ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information: Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position • Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance. • For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility. ______________________________________________________________________

THE BANK:Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (AfDB) is the premier pan-African development institution, promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent. There are 81 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries).  The Bank's development agenda is delivering financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten Year Strategy (2024 – 2033) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas (High 5s), all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely; energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa.The Bank is seeking to recruit a dynamic and competent Principal Investment Officer who will work on agriculture and rural finance transactions within the Vice Presidency for 'Agriculture, Human, and Social Development' (AHVP), specifically in the Agriculture and Rural Finance Department (AHFR) Department. THE COMPLEX:The Vice Presidency for 'Agriculture, Human, and Social Development' is a Sector Complex focusing on two of the Bank's High 5s priorities of "Feed Africa" and "Improve Quality of Life for the People of Africa". The Complex objectives are (i) to develop policy and strategy; (ii) provide deep sector expertise to the Regional Directorates by gathering pools of experienced individuals who can be consulted to provide sector expertise on complex transactions; and (iii) develop new financing instruments; (iv) represent the Bank with external stakeholders on aspects of "Feed Africa" and "Improve Quality of Life for the People of Africa". THE HIRING DEPARTMENT / DIVISION:The Agriculture Finance and Rural Development Department works closely with the Agriculture and Agro-Industry Department and the Regional Directorates to provide support for the delivery of "Feed Africa: Strategy for Agricultural Transformation in Africa, 2016-2025".Feed Africa has "7 Enablers", i) Increase productivity by catalyzing the development of effective input distribution systems and reduction in post-harvest waste and loss; ii) Realize the value of increased production by facilitating increased investment into output markets and supporting market incentives for value  addition; iii) Increase investment into enabling infrastructure, both hard and soft infrastructure; iv) Create an enabling agribusiness environment with appropriate policies and regulation; v) Catalyze capital flows (especially commercial lending and private investment) to scale agribusinesses; vi) Ensure inclusivity, sustainability and effective nutrition beyond what the market may deliver otherwise; and vii) Coordinate activities to kick start transformation, align activities and  investments of different actors, and guide initial activities to the point where private sector actors can be crowded in.The Agricultural Finance and Rural Development Department focuses on delivery of the following:Finance, scale and catalyse capital flows of commercial lending and private investment into agribusinesses.Accelerate agriculture transformation through private sector actors.Design, finance and promote Public-Private Partnerships and private sector-led Special Agro-industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ).Design and support disaster risk financing structures to mitigate the financial impact of natural disasters and climate-related events on vulnerable populations in Africa through private sector led and enabled insurance and hedging mechanisms.Support Agri-small medium enterprise (SME) financing through catalytic mechanisms including but not limited to concessional and blend financing.Catalyze and support capital flows to scale SMEs by establishing risk sharing facilities and other products.The core mandate of the Department is to develop the strategy of the Bank related to agricultural and rural finance and rural development, execute non-sovereign operations for the transformation of value chains, represent the Bank with external stakeholders, provide sector expertise to the Regions by gathering experts who can be consulted by operations and closing the financing gap for private sector-led development of agricultural value chains. The Department is also responsible for mainstreaming the Africa Disaster Risk Financing Program to enable African countries manage disaster risk and access ex-ante insurance financing before major climate events.The Department is structured into two Divisions: (i) Agriculture and Rural Finance Division (AHFR.1); and (ii) Rural Infrastructure Development Division (AHFR.2).The Agriculture and Rural Finance Division is responsible for working with the private and financial sector to transform value chains, identifying opportunities for long-term investments to address food security and boost economic growth in Africa.The Agriculture and Rural Finance Division has the following deliverables:Non-sovereign operations targeting private sector companies, investment and impact funds.High-quality and innovative investments of debt, equity, quasi-equity, guarantees and risk management instruments to facilitate and catalyze investments to the private sector as well as for value chain development and transformation.Practical implementation arrangements with key implementing partners.Knowledge management of agriculture, rural finance and best practices.Enabling environment and alliances with key stakeholders; andMonitoring of performance and recommendations for corrective actions. THE POSITION:The Principal Investment Officer is being recruited to originate, develop, lead the due diligence up to Board Directors approval, financial closure and first disbursement of private sector transactions (non-sovereign operations) in the agriculture and rural finance space.  Applicants will be considered based on their specific skills, expertise and background. Depending on the profile of candidates, the position could be based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast or Abuja, Nigeria.KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the direct supervision of the Division Manager – Agriculture and Rural Finance, the Principal Investment Officer will:1. Project Development and Processing1.1 Liaise and coordinate with other Investment Officers and Bank staff in business development and the origination of a good quality investment pipeline.1.2 Proactively identify potential investment partners and opportunities based on industry experience, reputation, market potential, financial capability, and strategic fit.1.3 Assess the attractiveness of specific investment opportunities with a strong focus on credit quality and development impact and make recommendations management.1.4 Build and maintain strong relationships with other departments, clients, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to develop specific investment opportunities.1.5 Prepare project appraisal reports for presentation to the department, review committees, senior management and finally to the Board of Directors.1.6 Execute loan, equity, quasi-equity, guarantee and risk management instrument financings including processing mandates, conducting due diligence, structuring deals, negotiating terms and documentation, arranging syndications, and processing internal approvals.1.7 Coordinate with sector colleagues, internal approvals to proactively find pragmatic solutions to emerging/specific sector challenges.1.8 Develop investment promotion strategies in Africa, including targeting potential investors and promoting the Bank's products and services proactively.1.9 Work with the legal department to ensure that all deals have appropriate legal documentation and that financial close is achieved, and hand over projects to portfolio management staff; and1.10 Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to develop a strong pipeline for new investment opportunities.2. Design Specific Innovative Transactions, Projects and Initiatives2.1 Undertake the work on aspects of investments and agricultural / agribusiness development and align them with institutional objectives.2.2 Work with regional teams/country offices to design and implement sector development support programs.2.3 Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new transactions, with a strong focus on credit and asset quality (include processing mandates, due diligence, negotiating term sheets and other documentation, syndications and board approval); and2.4 Provide support to other industry and portfolio teams in processing and supervising projects.3. External Liaison and Knowledge Sharing3.1 Contribute to the documentation of lessons learned from investment operations and emerging best practices in areas of expertise.3.2 Participate in and contribute to information and experience sharing sessions with internal and external stakeholders.3.3 Participate in and contribute to activities for advocacy, dissemination and knowledge building relating to the Bank's investments/operations, products and initiatives.3.4 Provide peer review to other colleagues to share industry knowledge and information on respective sectors.3.5 Provide technical leadership and support to knowledge and lesson sharing approaches and events with internal and external stakeholders; and3.6 Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, banking and multilateral partners and government officials to develop specific investment opportunities.4. Policy and Project Evaluation4.1 Provide input and comments on project, policy and other papers related to respective sector operations and development across a range of key themes and sectors.5. Strategy, Planning and Reporting5.1 Participate in relevant teams for planning and programming purposes.5.2 Contribute to and coordinate in the investment's inputs development of strategies at regional level;5.3 Assist in the development of the Department's knowledge management strategy and assist in    execution of this strategy; and5.4 Coordinate closely with social, environmental, advisory and technical assistance colleagues in order to champion the Bank's value to its clients' businesses, find pragmatic solutions to the specific sector challenges, and achieve sustainable development impact. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge):Must have a minimum of a Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance or other relevant field; a professional qualification – A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder will be a plus.Have a minimum of six (6) years' professional experience in corporate / project finance, investment banking, consulting or private equity/venture capital with specific experience in Africa.Ability for business development, structure and negotiation deals.Strong analytical, financial structuring skills (including financial modeling experience) and sound business judgment.Working experience in multinational organization in Africa and/or specialized experience in similar organizations would be considered an advantage.Demonstrates ability to coordinate, participate in, and act as a catalyst for, strategic cross-sector dialogues within the networks, across the country, among Bank colleagues and other development institutions, governments and other organizations.Knowledge of economic developments and market trends in Africa.Ability to contribute to sound decisions and contribute to the execution of the decisions.Ability to initiate, effectively and independently interact with the senior government officials, senior management of potential clients.Strong commitment to search for and produce innovative and creative approaches to activities in order to enhance performance and create added benefits to the Bank and its clients.Excellent problem-solving capabilities, applies business knowledge to the resolution of problems and identifies solutions to the benefit of the client (internal and external) and the organization.Excellent organizational, administrative, and time management skills.Proven ability to work with limited supervision and efficiently to deliver under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Willingness to travel extensively and geographic flexibility.Excellent presentation skills.Ability to communicate orally and in writing effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language; andCompetence in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).         ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________

THE BANK: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 81 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member Countries). The Bank's development agenda is to deliver financial and technical support for transformative projects that will significantly reduce poverty in Africa through inclusive and sustainable economic growth. In order to sharply focus the objectives of the Ten-Year Strategy (2023 – 2032) and ensure greater developmental impact, five major areas, all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been identified for scaling up, namely, energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa. THE COMPLEX:The Vice Presidency for 'Agriculture, Human, and Social Development' is a Sector Complex focusing on two of the Bank's High 5 priorities namely "Agriculture and agribusiness" and "Improving the Quality of Life of the People of Africa". The complex objectives are; (i) to develop, policy and strategy; (ii) provide deep sector expertise to the Regions by gathering pools of experienced individuals who can be consulted to provide sector expertise on complex transactions; (iii) develop new financing instruments; (iv) the Vice President will act as the spokesperson to represent the Bank with external stakeholders on aspects of "Feed Africa" and "Improve Quality of Life of the People of Africa". THE HIRING DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:The Human Capital, Youth and Skills Development Department (AHHD), within the Agriculture, Human and Social Development (AHVP) Complex spearheads the achievement of the High 5-5 priority on "Improving the Quality of Life of the People of Africa" and contribute to the other High 5s. The Department has three divisions (i) Education and Skills Development Division, which focuses on scaling-up the Bank's support to Higher Education (HE) Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET), (ii) Public Health, Nutrition and Social Protection Division focusing on strengthening inclusive access to quality healthcare and nutrition and (iii) The Human Development division for North and Central Africa regions. The departments also oversee the implementation of the Jobs for Youth in Africa Strategy (JfYA) and hosts various related initiatives and trust funds for the promotion of human capital development in Africa. THE POSITION:The Principal Program Officer (PPO) provides strategic advice on relevant Bank policy, guidelines, instruments and initiatives for the development of the three-year pipeline, mobilization of financing, and cost-efficient delivery of the human capital and social development work program. In performing this role and in line with the Key Performance Indicators, the PPO ensures the maintenance of a robust monitoring system for the efficient delivery of the annual work program, with a strategic focus on results, lessons learned and quality at entry. The PPO will further play a key coordinating and oversight role over the implementation and monitoring of the human capital and social development portfolio.   Working in consultation with the AHHD Chief Program Economist, AHVP Advisor on Program delivery and portfolio performance, AHHD Sector Managers and Task Managers, Regional Program Officers and Country Program Officers, the PPO maintains an up-to-date dashboard on the quality of the portfolio and close follow-up on the implementation of management actions to address bottlenecks to meet annual key performance target on portfolio health. The PPO also provides support in assessing project readiness and quality, communicating project success stories and best practices and contributes to strategy formulation and reviews and the day-to-day administration of the Office. The PPO coordinates the preparation, execution and monitoring and evaluation of the human capital and social development annual budget. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision of the Director, AHHD0, the Principal Program Officer shall:Coordinate the preparation of the three-year pipeline for both sovereign and non-sovereign financing to support the implementation of the Jobs for Youth in Africa Strategy (JfYA), Skills for Employability and Productivity in Africa (SEPA) Action Plan, Strategy for Quality Health Infrastructure in Africa (SQHIA) and Multi Sectoral Nutrition Action Plan.Coordinate the timely preparation, delivery and results reporting of the department's annual work program including the processing of PCNs, PARs, IPRs and, PCRs, and ensure adherence to high quality standards and compliance with Bank policy in line with annual performance objectives.Coordinate the implementation of the human capital and social development portfolio, monitor its performance against annual corporate targets, track management actions for addressing bottlenecks to improve portfolio health, document lessons and prepare regular reports to inform decision making,Coordinate the annual portfolio performance review for the human capital and social development sectorRecommend and coordinate the training of Task Managers in Bank policies, strategies, financial products and services, guidelines, and software applications and other tools.Coordinate the preparation, entry in SRAS, execution and monitoring and evaluation of the human capital and social development annual budget and support the preparation of regular budget performance reports.Support the preparation and review of departmental input to corporate documents such as strategy, policy and programs.Support the preparation of briefs, presentations and talking points on the Bank's strategic support to human capital development and associated development impact through the JfYA, SEPA Action Plan, SQHIA and Multisectoral Action Plan) to inform senior management's dialogue with Regional Member Countries, development partners, private sector, academia, African youth, civil society and other stakeholders.Plan and coordinate communication activities to showcase success stories, innovative instruments, best practices and partnerships emanating from projects and initiatives under the JfYA, SEPA Action Plan, SQHIA and Multisectoral Nutrition Action Plan.Coordinate and monitor the planning, delivery and dissemination of analytical work under the JfYA SEPA Action Plan, SQHIA and Multisectoral Nutrition Action Plan.Support the documentation of lessons learnt and best practices in human capital development to inform policy dialogue, public advocacy and future programming.Support the development and maintenance of the Bank's partnership with other Development Financial Institutions, International Organizations, bilateral agencies, private sector and foundations, academia and research organizations to share best practices and facilitate the mobilization of technical expertise and additional financing for human capital development in Africa.Support the development of a high performing 'One AHHD Team' through the promotion of mentorship, capacity development, and organization annual retreats for the department.Perform any other task as assigned by the Director. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience, and knowledge):Hold at least a Master's degree in Economics, Finance or related discipline.Have a minimum of six (6) years of relevant professional experience in the formulation andimplementation of strategies, policies, programs and projects either within the Bank or with a similardevelopment institution.Demonstrated ability to ensure that the client (internal or external) is considered of primary importance in all transactions and interactions.  Strives to be understanding, and when appropriate, anticipative of client needs, and ensure that the client receives the best possible service.Ability to build successful teams, relationships and partnerships with a broad range of clients, internal and external, for effective delivery of results that meet the needs and long-term interests of clients within and outside the institution.Good judgement about when to intervene, knowing when to get counsel from whom and how to apply it, and being clear about what needs to happen, how, when and by whom, and coordinating as needed.Take Initiative/Spotting Opportunity/Pushing Strategy:  Applying a proactive rather than a passive mind-set, formulating winning strategies, and turning them into action plans.Highly organized and structured work approach to be able to provide updates or reports on short notice, have capacity to coordinate (Tasks, Missions, Projects, Programs): Routinely deliver highly complex/sensitive tasks.Ability to work under pressure in a multicultural and complex matrix functional setting.Comprehensively understands strategic programming, project cycle management, risk management, results monitoring and communication management.Strong knowledge and good understanding of the elements essential for efficient and effective delivery of the work program, performance-based monitoring and reporting of results.Have strong analytical skills, and a high sense of accuracy and attention to detail.Ability to identify and create meaningful linkages across sectors to maximize benefits from collaborative effort and harness development impact.Ability to provide clear and concise oral and written communication; present oral information with clarity and appropriate style and adapt language and style to suit the requirements of the audience. Ability to communicate and defend orally and in writing difficult issues and positions (even in hostile environment as necessary) to Senior Bank management & government officials.Operational effectiveness to ensure the full use of the systems, procedures and culture within the organization in order to routinely deliver highly complex and time sensitive tasks.Expertise in managing portfolio performance.Expertise in supporting dialogue for finding solutions to remove constraints to effective implementation of projects.Demonstrated ability to take prudent interventional risksMake effective, timely and well-determined interventions for effective results delivery.Has strong team building and results oriented leadership competencies.Communicate and write effectively in French or English. A strong working knowledge of French will be an advantage.Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint); knowledge of SAP is desirable.        ______________________________________________________________________ Important Application Information:Please submit your application only via the official website of the hiring organization or by using the "Apply" button on CinfoPoste, which will redirect you to the organization's application site. Applications submitted through other job portals will not be forwarded to the respective organization and will not be considered. To ensure your application reaches the right destination, always follow the official application process as indicated in the job posting. How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This PositionApplication and Interview Preparation: Whether you're preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at recruitment@cinfo.ch, and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.______________________________________________________________________