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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 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, namely: energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa. THE COMPLEX:The Vice Presidency for 'Power, Energy, Climate and Green Growth' is a Sector Complex focusing on the Bank's Ten-Year Strategy and first High 5s priority of "Light up and Power Africa". The complex's objectives are to develop policy and strategy; to provide deep sector technical expertise to the Regions by gathering pool of experienced individuals who can be consulted for their expertise on complicated transactions; to develop new financing instruments; to act as spokesperson to represent the Bank with external stakeholders on all aspects of "Light Up and Power Africa". The Complex will focus on areas of Power systems, policy and regulation, renewable energy; and, Climate and Green Growth. THE DEPARTMENTThe Energy Financial Solutions, Policy and Regulations department is responsible for advising Regional Member Countries in the establishment of relevant policies and regulations as well as to structure energy investments, provide financing and mobilize resources including through blended finance instruments. The department is also responsible for coordinating relevant flagship programs, including through Technical Assistance support to relevant stakeholders in the Bank's member countries. Under the department there are two divisions, namely: (1) Energy Policy Regulations and Statistics Division and (2) Financial Solutions Division. THE HIRING DIVISIONThe Energy Financial Solutions Division provides leadership in the structuring of financing instruments to attract both public and private sector investments into the power sector. These instruments include debt, equity, blended finance, leasing and innovative capital markets solutions.The Financial Solutions Division leads on non-sovereign energy sector operations and provides financial expertise, including structuring investments across the full spectrum of the energy sector. In pursuing its resource mobilization efforts and co-financing, the Division is increasingly mandated to take lead arranger roles. THE POSITION:The responsibility of the Chief Investment Officer is to ensure the technical strength of the Bank's activities in support of transactions linked to private sector investments in the energy sector. The main task of the job holder will be to identify business opportunities and execute transactions related to private investments in the energy value chain, as well as process financing instruments through to board approval and financial close of IPP projects and corporate loans mainly. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the overall supervision and general guidance of the Division Manager, Financial Solutions, the Investment Officer (Origination) will perform the following:Coordinate the delivery of flagships as relevant to ensure delivery of the Mission 300 objectives.Lead/Participate in the structuring of projects involving public and private sector participation (e.g. in the form of IPP, project finance operations and corporate loans) in close coordination with Hub teams, Power Systems, Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Teams and regional Non-Sovereign Operation LeadsWork across the energy value chain and be involved in new business processing until funding is secured.Lead/contribute towards developing a strong pipeline of good quality investment opportunities through anticipating market trends and employing sector/country knowledge.Evaluate, structure, negotiate, and close new transactions, portfolio restructurings, leasing, capital markets solutions etc.Develop innovative and appropriate financial structures for complex transactions.Lead/participate in negotiation of finance documentation, develop financial solutions and overcome bottlenecks in the transaction life cycle.Lead negotiation of (i) finance documentations including but not limited to Common Terms Agreement, AfDB Facility Agreement, Equity Subscription and Subordination Agreement, Account Bank Agreement, etc; (ii) project documents including but not limited to Concession Agreements, Power Purchase Agreements; (iii) contracts including but not limited to Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) Contracts, Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Agreements, Fuel Supply Agreements, etc.Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the energy value chain including utilities, energy markets, major operators and technologies.Develop a good understanding of project and concession financing, tendering of IPP projects, policy issues, license conditions, tariff regimes, and collaborate on these matters as appropriate with sector policy specialists and government regulators and officials.Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, especially regional IPP developers and sponsors, utilities, private equity funds, banking and multilateral partners, advisors and government officials to develop specific investment opportunities.Support/advise and when necessary, lead the evaluation, structuring, negotiation of new transactions.Proven experience in coordinating lenders under a lead arranger mandate will be a bonus.Wield an appreciation of applicable capital markets and leasing solutions that may be employed in financing the energy sector.Lead/Participate and manage project teams, mentor and develop junior staff.Perform any other duty assigned by the Division manager or Director. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge)Hold at least a Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Business and a professional qualification such as: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Accountant (ACCA) or related subjects.Have a minimum of seven (7) years relevant working experience in financial structuring in the energy value chain gained from within a Commercial/Investment Bank, Development Finance Institution, Energy Utility, Infrastructure/Private Equity Fund, Sovereign Wealth Fund, Energy Project Developer, established Accounting/Consulting Firm etc.Proven ability to identify, process and negotiate complex transactions in the energy sector from a private sector standpoint and in particular related to Independent Power Projects (IPP) investments and corporate financing.Ability to review and understand complex financial models.Appreciation of company valuation techniques, corporate and project finance concepts as well as capital markets solutions.Having private sector experience will be an added advantage.Communication: Good listener with demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideasClient orientation and team working skillsAbility to communicate orally and in writing effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language. Strong command of the French language will be considered as an added advantage.Competent in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint). THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.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 HRDirect@AFDB.ORG Apply for this position1- Regular StaffIf you are currently working at the African Development Bank as a regular staff, click on the button below to apply for this position.2- External CandidateIf you are not currently working at the African Development Bank, or if you are a Short Term Staff (STS), a Technical Assistant or a Consultant at the Bank, click on the button below to apply for the position.To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries. Applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are considered for further assessment will be contacted. Applicants should submit a concise Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any additional documents that may be stated as required. The President of the African Development Bank reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.  The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. http://www.afdb.orgThe African Development Bank Group (AfDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the Bank does not request information on applicants' bank accounts. The African Development Bank Group declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever . "Please note that the Bank does not accept dual nationality. Therefore, you are required to declare the nationality you would like to be considered by the Bank throughout your career, if hired. Please upload supporting Government issued IDs such as passport, National Identity Card or Certificate etc." 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."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."

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. THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.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 HRDirect@AFDB.ORG Apply for this position1- Regular StaffIf you are currently working at the African Development Bank as a regular staff, click on the button below to apply for this position.2- External CandidateIf you are not currently working at the African Development Bank, or if you are a Short Term Staff (STS), a Technical Assistant or a Consultant at the Bank, click on the button below to apply for the position.To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries. Applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are considered for further assessment will be contacted. Applicants should submit a concise Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any additional documents that may be stated as required. The President of the African Development Bank reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.  The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. http://www.afdb.orgThe African Development Bank Group (AfDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the Bank does not request information on applicants' bank accounts. The African Development Bank Group declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever . "Please note that the Bank does not accept dual nationality. Therefore, you are required to declare the nationality you would like to be considered by the Bank throughout your career, if hired. Please upload supporting Government issued IDs such as passport, National Identity Card or Certificate etc." 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."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."

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 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 the design, development and delivery of efficient, client-oriented, corporate services and information-technology solutions to ensure overall institutional effectiveness in all aspects of the Bank's corporate services. The Complex provides leadership in the formulation and implementation of the Bank's strategies, policies, controls and approaches on organizational information technology systems, software applications, cyber security, IT support and infrastructure systems. The Complex is also responsible for management of the Bank's real estate assets, institutional procurement, language services and business continuity. THE HIRING DEPARTMENT/DIVISON:The primary roles of the Real Estate Management, Procurement and General Services Department are to manage the Bank's assets, oversee corporate procurement of goods, works, services, and real estate, manage institutional services (corporate travel, logistics, catering services, and mail services, fleet). To this end the Real Estate Management, Procurement and General Services Department: formulates and applies procurement policies and rules, guidelines for management of facilities and real estate services, elaborates and ensures the proper and effective application of administration policies within the Bank in such areas as communications, transport, travels, security, protection and safety of the Bank's staff and property; and performs related duties. The Department is also responsible for managing the Bank's fixed assets. The Real Estate Management, Procurement and General Services Department comprises three divisions: (i) the Operations and Maintenance Division; (ii) the Corporate Procurement Division; and (iii) the Support Services Division.The Corporate Travel and Support Services Division is responsible for managing travel, hotels, catering and logistics services and is responsible for preparing policies and operating guidelines for managing the Bank's travel and logistics functions. It carries out purchasing for various stock items and is responsible for receipt of both stock and fixed assets. The Division also serves as official contact between the Bank and suppliers. It is responsible for: (i) applying the Bank's travel policy, monitoring the rules and regulations that govern mission travel; (ii) managing supplier relationships by negotiating contract pricing with airlines and hotels; (iii) promoting a sustainable and cost-conscious philosophy to all stakeholders to create awareness of the Bank's commitment to the reduction of its ecological footprint; (iv) developing and implementing the Bank's inventory management procedures with the aim of controlling costs, reducing expenditure, rationalizing inventory; (v) improving order, creating efficiencies and managing systems and control environment linked to both air and land transportation; and (vi) managing the catering services including the Bank's restaurant. In addition, TCGS3 serves as the Secretariat for the Disposal Committee. THE POSITION:The Logistics Analyst will be responsible for assessing the logistics workflows and identifying opportunities for improving business processes so as to improve efficiency and reduce costs. He/She will analyze data, identify challenges and propose remedial measures to improve delivery of goods (specifically assets) and services (linked to the Division). He/She will provide oversight for: monitoring warehousing arrangements; preparation and implementation of transportation plans; and reporting on performance of the logistics function.  In addition to this, the Analyst will play a crucial role in identifying technical solutions to meet the Bank's business needs for Logistics Management. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision of Division Manager for Corporate Travel and Support Services, the incumbent's role will include but not be limited to:1.     Analyzing business needs and working with business units to propose options for business process improvements. He/She will prepare functional/technical requirements that trigger the development of appropriate controls/technical solutions.2.     Contribute to the development of strategies for managing the Bank's logistics and stock management activities.3.     Implementing new systems and carrying out testing to ensure they are integrated effectively. This may include preparing system walkthroughs and signing off on user acceptance testing.4.     Defining a reporting framework and data reporting parameters to support automation of performance reports and dashboards.5.     Collecting, validating and archiving data related to: client data, inventory, transportation costs, delivery schedules, and other logistics-related metrics. 6.     Providing oversight for warehousing to ensure that the Bank's assets are properly received, stored, and shipped efficiently and safely. 7.     Providing guidance on logistics routing decisions that take into consideration: urgency vs freight cost, asset value and customs processing considerations.8.     Tracking shipments, monitoring transportation costs, and maintaining pricing information to inform subsequent negotiations with carriers so as to derive savings for the Bank. The Analyst will also advise Management on opportunities for deploying cost saving strategies. 9.      Manage information flows and Reviewing freight billing to ensure it is aligned with contractual rates and providing oversight for payment processing in SAP.10.  Providing oversight for archiving import-export paperwork in a coherent manner.11.  Engaging with logistics vendors to manage contractor performance vis-à-vis their Service Level Agreements. Communicating with internal clients to keep them updated on the status of their various requests.12.  Addressing unexpected disruptions in service and providing guidance to junior staff on resolving routine challenges linked to logistics management. 13.  Keeping up to date with industry developments, trends and emerging technologies for logistics and supply chain management. 14.  Undertaking any other assignments from the Division Manager or Director. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience, and knowledge):1.     Hold at least a master's degree in: Business Administration, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Engineering or any other relevant discipline.2.    Have a minimum of four (4) years' experience in: shipping and handling, transport and logistics management, customs clearance, warehousing and stock management. Private sector experience with managing accounts for large corporate clients will provide an added advantage.3.     Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven track record with developing reporting framework for transport and logistics.4.     Proven experience with the knowledge of logistics management rules and techniques, as well as the design and delivery of business process improvements.5.     Competence with using ERP, warehouse management and transportation management systems. Proficiency with using MS Office software is a base expectation.6.     Flexibility, open-mindedness, integrity, resulted-driven and client-oriented.  7.     Good judgement, communication and networking skills. Ability to build professional relationships with logistics professionals both internal and external to the Bank.8.     Ability to work and communicate effectively in English and French.9.     Ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities simultaneously so as to meet tight deadlines.10.   Innovation and creativity, communication and problem-solving skills, operational effectiveness and teamwork capability. THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.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 HRDirect@AFDB.ORG Apply for this position1- Regular StaffIf you are currently working at the African Development Bank as a regular staff, click on the button below to apply for this position.2- External CandidateIf you are not currently working at the African Development Bank, or if you are a Short Term Staff (STS), a Technical Assistant or a Consultant at the Bank, click on the button below to apply for the position.To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.Applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are considered for further assessment will be contacted. Applicants should submit a concise Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any additional documents that may be stated as required. The President of the African Development Bank reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.  The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. http://www.afdb.orgThe African Development Bank Group (AfDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the Bank does not request information on applicants' bank accounts. The African Development Bank Group declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever . "Please note that the Bank does not accept dual nationality. Therefore, you are required to declare the nationality you would like to be considered by the Bank throughout your career, if hired. Please upload supporting Government issued IDs such as passport, National Identity Card or Certificate etc." 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."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."

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 is to deliver 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 build a management team that will lead to the successful implementation of this vision. THE COMPLEXThe Board of Directors provides oversight and strategic direction to the African Development Bank Group. It is composed of Executive Directors who are representatives of the African Development Bank member countries. Specifically the Board is responsible for the conduct of the general operations of the Bank, and carries out the following functions: (1) determine the general structure of the Bank's services; (2) approve the financing policy and take decisions concerning loans, guarantees, equity investments and fund loans by the Bank; (3) determine the interest rates of loans and guarantee commissions; (4) approve the Bank's operations program and administrative budget; (5) prepare the work of the Board of Governors; and (6) submit accounts and annual reports, as well as the administrative budgets for the approval of the Board of Governors. The Board does its work through a series of permanent Committees that review and discuss policy and program documents and make appropriate recommendations to the whole Board. The Independent Development Evaluation Department (IDEV); Compliance Review and Mediation Unit (BCRM); Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board (BSAB); and the Administrative Tribunal (BATR) report to the Board. THE HIRING DEPARTMENTThe overarching mission of the African Development Bank's Independent Development Evaluation is to enhance the development effectiveness of the Bank and foster sustainable growth and poverty reduction in its regional member countries through independent and influential evaluations, oversight over self-evaluation processes and products, and proactive engagement in evaluation partnerships and knowledge-sharing activities. To support the Bank Group in achieving greater development effectiveness, the independent evaluation function has adopted three core objectives:Contribute to enhanced learning in the Bank and regional member countries to improve current and future policies, strategies, programs, projects, and processes.Provide a basis for accountability to the public and to member countries by documenting the use and results of the Bank Group's assistance.Promote an evaluation culture in the Bank and regional member countries to encourage a focus on development results, learning, and continuous quality improvement. The core mandate of the Independent Development Evaluation Department is to conduct independent evaluation studies, provide relevant lessons, develop and harmonize standards and practices, support evaluation capacity development together with partner agencies and attest to the validity of both processes and the results of African Development Bank's self-evaluation activities. The Independent Development Evaluation Department also collaborates and exchanges information with bilateral and multilateral development agencies' evaluation departments and undertakes joint evaluation of co-financed projects and programs. The Independent Development Evaluation Department has three divisions: Power, Energy, Climate Change and Green Growth; Private Sector, Infrastructure and Industrialization; and Integration Evaluations Division (IDEV.1); the Agriculture, Human and Social Development, Governance, Country and Corporate Evaluations Division (IDEV.2); and the Knowledge Management Outreach and Capacity Development Division (IDEV.3).Divisions 1 and 2 focus on undertaking evaluations whilst Division 3 on Knowledge Management Outreach and Capacity Development.The IDEV.2 Division is primarily responsible for evaluations related to country programs and strategies, institutional processes and reforms, as well as interventions related to the Bank's two Top priorities of "Feeding Africa" and "Improve the quality of life of African people" and governance, out of the Top 5. THE POSITIONThe principal evaluation officer contributes to the delivery of the division work program by leading moderately complex evaluations, supervising evaluation teams, and mentoring and coaching junior colleagues, and supporting work program management and the Independent Development Evaluation Department's quality assurance activities. KEY FUNCTIONSUnder the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, IDEV.2, the Principal Evaluation Officer will: Undertake Evaluation Activities: Design, conduct and report on evaluations in accordance with the Bank's Evaluation Policy and Manual and International Evaluation Standards (e.g., OECD DAC evaluation standards and the Evaluation Cooperation Group Good Practice Standards). Undertake Meta-Evaluations and Meta-Analyses; lead, and guide meta-evaluations and meta-analyses including designs, and methods (for literature search, and data collection, analysis and reporting).Undertake Evaluation Quality Management: Contribute to updating the Independent Development Evaluation Department evaluation quality standards, and quality assurance processes, tools and capacity.Contribute to the capture of learning from evaluation design to evaluation dissemination for use in updating the Independent Development Evaluation Department evaluation manual, and for staff learning events.Manage human and financial resources of a multi-disciplinary evaluation team to ensure the delivery of complex and concurrent evaluations that are conducted in an independent, cost-effective, rigorous and timely manner.Promote the mandate of the evaluation function and contribute to the creation of an evaluation culture in the Bank and in Regional Member Countries (RMC).Contribute to positioning the Independent Development Evaluation Department as an innovator on the leading-edge among other multilateral institutions and to maximizing the effectiveness and efficiency of the Bank's Evaluation Function.Contribute to building strategic alliances and partnerships with key stakeholders within and outside the Bank to further the Evaluation Function's mandate and engage in evaluation communities of practice within and outside the Bank. Provide substantive input to these communities and share lessons of experience.  Contribute to the preparation of the Independent Development Evaluation Department's three-year rolling work program and annual report.Perform any other assigned tasks.  COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge)Holds at least a Master's degree or its equivalent in Economics, Development Evaluation, Finance, Business Administration, Sociology, Development, Statistics, Policy analysis, Public Administration, or other international development related field. A certificate/diploma in development evaluation, development-oriented research and/or program/project planning, management and evaluation is an advantage.A minimum of six (6) years' experience as a development evaluator/researcher; designing, conducting, managing, and reporting development evaluation/research studies. Significant knowledge in quantitative and/or qualitative evaluation methods. Broad knowledge of evaluation theories and practice including evaluation needs assessment, design and implementation.Proven operational and field experience working in complex development programs.Knowledge of operational/policy areas, procedures and practice of the African Development Bank or other multilateral development Banks and/or other international development agencies. Operational experience relating, in particular, to areas covered by the Division, such as governance, and/or country strategies and operations, and/or corporate reforms.Substantial experience in development planning, management and evaluation in Multilateral Development Banks or other international development agencies.Strong theoretical and operational knowledge of international development issues and theories relating, in particular, to Africa.Experience in providing strategic advice to senior management. Experience in coaching and mentoring staff.Substantial experience in managing human and financial resources.Experience to lead multidisciplinary teams, and work in diverse and multi-cultural settings. 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 Suite applications (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point); knowledge of integrated document management system and/or quantitative and qualitative data analysis packages is an added advantage.         ______________________________________________________________________ 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.______________________________________________________________________

HE 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 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, all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been launched, namely, Light up and Power Africa, Industrialize Africa, Integrate Africa, Feed Africa, and Improve the Quality of Life for the People of Africa. The Bank is seeking to build a management team that will lead the successful implementation of this vision.  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 objectives are to (i) 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) 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.e.: (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 Agriculture Finance and Rural Development Department focuses on delivery of the following: (1) Increase investment in Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones; (2) Finance directly from the Bank to scale agribusinesses/clients that have a transformational impact; (3) Catalyze capital flows to scale small medium enterprise by establishing Risk Sharing Facilities and other products to support; (4) Further enhance disaster risk management and financing through insurance; (5) Accelerate agriculture transformation through private sector actors. (6) The Department has a front office and is structured into two Divisions: (i) Agriculture and Rural Finance Division (AHFR.1); and (ii) Rural Infrastructure Development Division (AHFR.2).The Rural Infrastructure Development Division is responsible for hard and soft infrastructure, primarily developing and executing Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones, promoting value-chain development through supporting rural infrastructure development such as, but not limited to, irrigation systems, mechanization, storage and processing facilities, logistics and access roads, that promote private sector investments. The Division has the following deliverables: (1) Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones Development and Execution, (2) High-quality and Innovative Rural Infrastructure Development (e.g., solar-powered irrigation systems, livestock and cold-chain facilities etc.), (3) Practical Implementation Arrangements with Key Implementing Partners, (4) Knowledge Management of Rural Infrastructure Best Practices, (5) Enabling Environment and Alliances with Key Stakeholders, (6) Monitoring of Performance and Recommendations for corrective actions. In addition, the Rural Infrastructure Development Division (AHFR.2) supports the Directorate General Hubs in the design and execution of the programs to develop hard & soft Infrastructure that would boost productivity, agro-processing, storage, transportation, and trade of agricultural produce, as well as enabling distribution and improved use of quality agricultural inputs. THE POSITION:The Senior Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone Officer will provide technical support to the development and implementation of projects including the flagship programs under the Bank's Feed Africa Strategy and High 5s agenda for Africa's economic transformation such as Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZs) that will increase the productivity of agriculture sector while developing the holistic value-chain (storage, market access, logistics, processing infrastructure etc.) through developing agriculture inputs markets, designing public-private partnerships, developing agro-parks and processing facilities to ensure value addition and local food production in selected locations within a country storage. The Senior Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone Officer will work in Francophone countries including, but not limited to Guinea, Mali, Cote d'Ivoire, Madagascar, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The officer works across technical, geographic, and institutional boundaries to support the delivery of development solutions for a diverse set of clients in the rural (and urban) space and in the public and private sectors, in line with the agricultural development, agribusiness and agro-industry agenda of the African Development Bank Group.Using a value-chain approach, the incumbent will support the implementation of this agenda in African Development Bank Regional Member Countries, with a specific focus on providing technical input for the design, and supervision of projects, which promote value chain development, value addition, and primary and secondary processing of crops and livestock; catalyze private sector entry and growth in African agribusiness; promotes agri-SME growth and the commercialization of agriculture, particularly addressing access to finance needs; creates farm to fork market linkages; facilitates the development of agro-poles and agro-processing hubs; supports the development of an agribusiness enabling environment; and invests in hard infrastructure (including roads, markets, and irrigation), soft infrastructure (human capital, i.e., trained potential employees, ICT, etc.), and enabling policies and reforms, for the transformation of African agriculture into viable, profitable businesses.  KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the direct supervision of the Division Manager – Rural Infrastructure Development Division (AHFR2) of the Agricultural Finance and Rural Development Department (AHFR), the incumbent will work closely with other Task Managers in the Agriculture Finance and Rural Infrastructure Development Department, Agriculture and Agro-Industry Department, the Industry and Trade Development Department, etc., and external stakeholders. The Senior Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone Officer's role includes but is not limited to the following:1.     Lead the timely implementation of ongoing projects across countries by proactively working with the Project Implementation Unit of each project while ensuring timely and quality project management in relevant areas such as procurement, financial management, environment and social safeguards, disbursement, private sector investment mobilization, etc.2.     Coordinate with the AfDB's project team members to ensure that each project is fully compliant with the AfDB's policies and procedures.3.     Design and implement quality sovereign operations for hard and soft rural infrastructure, in particular, for the private-sector-led special agro-industrial processing zones (SAPZs), critical for the agricultural transformation in Africa.4.     Support Regional Directorates/ Regional Development and Business Delivery Office for the relevant sovereign operations with innovative business models, specifically public-private partnerships, private sector-led management, and operation to implement the special agro-industrial processing zones (SAPZs) and related projects.5.     Partner with co-financiers, financial institutions, and commercial banks to find solutions for financing tenant companies in the special agro-industrial processing zones (SAPZs) along the key priority agricultural value chains.6.     Develop knowledge and share lessons of special agro-industrial processing zones (SAPZs) that have successfully provided value-chain-related employment opportunities to women and youth.7.     Carry out policy dialogue for a business-enabling environment for special agro-industrial processing zones (SAPZs), which includes the legal, regulatory, and institutional framework.8.     Mobilize resources for special agro-industrial processing zones from other Development Partners, Development Financial Institutions, and Non-Traditional sources including climate financing, sovereign wealth funds, and pension funds.9.     Provide implementation support and supervise the special agro-industrial processing zones (SAPZs) and other rural infrastructure development projects to ensure effective contribution to the goals of the Feed Africa Strategy, impact poverty, enhance competitiveness, and transform agriculture.10.  Identify opportunities for strategic collaboration with multilateral and bilateral donors in support of the agriculture sector in the Francophone countries to increase the advantage effects of the Bank's loan and grant operations.11.  Support Regional and Country Offices in all rural infrastructure engineering and agriculture-related activities, including project design, preparation implementation and supervision, and coordination with other stakeholders within the Bank as well as other donors and development partners.12.  Contribute to the preparation of Country Strategy Papers, with particular reference to rural roads, water resources, and agriculture infrastructure development.13.  Participate in the relevant sector donor-coordination meetings, sector-wide approaches, and advise on sector policy issues.14.  Assist where required in the development of the Bank's policies, procedures, and guidelines, and ensure their application.15.  Provide expert advice and guidance to officials of executing agencies on sector issues and priorities, technical and operational aspects of projects, and Bank rules and procedures, including those for the procurement of works, goods and services, and disbursement activities.16.  Provide active support to the Government in facilitating loans/grants effectiveness and advise the Government on agricultural portfolio management in the country.17.  Assist country officials and implementing agencies in carrying out procurement and disbursement activities in accordance with Bank Group rules and procedures.18.  Assist Government and implementation agencies in the utilization of revolving funds and preparation of quarterly reports and annual audit reports.19.  Provide inputs in the review of tender evaluation reports and undertake the evaluation of technical and financial proposals for contracts relating to project implementation.20.  Ascertain good performance of operations through regular supervision of portfolio operations technical guidance and training of Borrowers on compliance with the Bank's rules of procedure monitor the agricultural portfolio in the country in addition to a supervision mission.21.  Collaborate with other Banks' Units in reviewing the operations performance, preparing completion reports, etc., so as to ensure that the lessons drawn from the implementation of past operations are taken into account in new projects.22.  Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the AHFR2 Division Manager and other relevant management members.   COMPETENCIES (skills, experience, and knowledge):  1.     Hold at least a Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Finance, Agriculture Finance, Infrastructure Finance, or a related field.2.     Have a minimum of five (5) years relevant professional experience in timely project implementation of agriculture infrastructure projects, program/project design and management for agriculture/industry infrastructure financing, public-private partnerships, broad knowledge of all industrial processing zone development, agriculture value-chain development, agriculture/food-industry manufacturing, rural and water infrastructure, with specific experience in implementation and management of Multilateral Development Banks or Development Finance Institutions (MDB/DFI) funded projects in agriculture and the rural infrastructure projects.3.     Good management knowledge of agricultural value chain development projects and public-private partnerships to mobilize private sector investments into the agriculture and food processing sectors.4.     Previous experience working in multilateral financial institutions or similar large organizations, and performing such roles as project preparation, appraisal, supervision, and implementation of MDB/DFI-funded projects.5.     Proven quality project implementation experience, planning and organizational skills, with the ability to think strategically and rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources into practical problem-solving solutions and recommendations.6.     In-depth knowledge of job-related social, economic, and environmental development issues in Africa, especially Francophone countries such as Guinea, Mali, Cote d'Ivoire, Madagascar, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and other countries.7.     Proven ability and experience to interact competently with Government senior officials, co-financing institutions, and donor agencies on issues relating to aid coordination; represent the Bank in the country partner meetings.8.     Ability to communicate and write effectively in French. Good practical knowledge of English and other languages would be an advantage.9.     Having private sector experience will be an added advantage.10.  Ability to work in a team and work in a multicultural environment. Ability to work effectively in partnership with clients and seek feedback to improve work processes; be able to adapt in rural areas.11.  Communicate verbally and write effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.12.  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.______________________________________________________________________

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 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, namely: energy, agro-business, industrialization, integration and improving the quality of life for the people of Africa. THE COMPLEXThe 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/DIVISIONS: 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 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, (ii) Regional and Country Economic Reports: produce 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 the 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 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 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 POSITIONUnder the supervision of the Division Manager in the Country Economics Department and the Lead Economist (on technical matters) for West Africa (for the position in Abidjan) and Central Africa (for the position in Yaoundé) and reporting administratively to Country Managers in charge of their countries of assignment, the Country Economist works in close collaboration with other internal and external stakeholders. Under the guidance of the Director of the Country Economics Department, the 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, prepare Economic Sector Works and coordinate the preparation of Country Strategy Papers and other relevant documents (e.g. mid-term review, completion report). Under the Bank's matrix system, the Country Economist, who is a member of the Country Economics Department, will have a solid reporting line to the Division Manager of the Country Economics Department and a dotted reporting line to the Country Manager where he/she is based.  KEY FUNCTIONS:The 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 (e.g: Donors, CSO, Private sector) with regular briefs and update on the economic and financial situations, preparation and participations in meetings.Undertake assigned Economic and Sector Works including Country Diagnostic Notes and papers on relevant economic and financial issues in the development process; Country Notes for African Economic Outlook reports; Country Focused Reports; Regional Economic Outlook reports; Briefs for the President and Senior Management, etc.Identify, prepare, evaluate and monitor the implementation of economic programmes, including macroeconomic programmes.Coordinate the preparation of Country Strategy Papers and other similar deliverables, 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 actively participate in review meetings (TQAC meetings, etc.) to ensure a coordinated approach in implementing the Bank's Strategy and lending operations in assigned countries.Contribute to operational effectiveness and 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 of Country Fragility and Resilience Assessment, Country Risk Assessment.Participate in preparing ECCE Divisions' budgets and recruiting consultants; prepare annual and triennial knowledge work programmes and briefs on economic and sectoral developments and economic reform programmes.Develop and build client relations at all levels and play a promotional role in generating new knowledge activities and related business for the Bank.Provide mentoring to junior economists. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience, and knowledge):1.     Hold at least a master's degree in Economics and other relevant fields and related disciplines.2.     Have a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in macroeconomic policy analysis and management issues and the economics of development at the international level, gained in international organizations or relevant national institutions, working on African development issues and country strategy papers preparation.3.     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.4.     Capacity to connect, understand, and influence stakeholders at all levels.5.     Ability to handle the high-level demands of a complex organization, including the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.6.     Good grasp of the developing countries issues, including publication of peer-reviewed journal papers7.     Solid technical and quantitative skills as an applied development macroeconomist.8.     Proven experience and record in economic modelling and forecasting9.     Competence in the use of at least one standard econometric software for empirical analysis10.  Very good knowledge of portfolio management and demonstrated knowledge of economics and analytical skills11.  Strong experience in policy dialogue on the ground, as well as fragility assessment knowledge and skills.12.  Strong analytical and organizational skills and ability to deliver results on time.13.  Problem solving capabilities coupled to innovation skills and change management.14.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.15.  Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications.         ______________________________________________________________________ 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 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, all of which will accelerate our delivery for Africa, have been launched, namely; i) Light up and Power Africa, ii) Industrialize Africa, iii) Integrate Africa, iv) Feed Africa, and v) Improve the Quality of Life for the People of Africa. 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 the 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 key focus areas 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 African Development Institute coordinates and oversees capacity development mainstreaming in Bank operations to strengthen institutional capacity for inclusive growth and sustainable development in Africa. To achieve this mandate, the Institute is focused on four outcome-based interrelated strategic objectives to: (i) improve capacity for project implementation in African countries; (ii) enhance capacity for economic policy management in African countries; (iii) enhance institutional capacity for effective knowledge brokerage and policy dialogue in African countries; and (iv) position the Bank Group as premier regional partner for capacity development for African countries.The role of the Policy Management Division (ECAD.2) is to strengthen institutional capacity for macro-economic policy and public finance management in the Bank's Regional Member Countries (RMC). ECAD.2 achieves this mandate by designing and delivering capacity development tools (training, technical assistance, and policy dialogue), to address key policy changes in African countries. The Division also manages the Bank's Executive Training in High-5 Sectors, Capacity Development for Knowledge Brokerage and Policy Dialogue in the African Countries, and Capacity Development for Strengthening African Institutions and Partnerships across the Bank Group. THE POSITION:The Capacity Development Officer will be stationed in the Policy Management Division of the African Development Institute (ECAD.2). The successful candidate will play an active role in the day-to-day delivery of the Department's mandate, ensure high quality standards are observed, and collaborate with the Bank operations to further strengthen capacity development mainstreaming within the Bank. Specifically, the Capacity Development Officer, ECAD.2 has the following responsibilities: 1.     Support the capacity development of the Bank's RMCs to effectively design and implement their own macroeconomic and public financial management tools with a view to improving economic and financial governance policymaking processes and outcomes in the countries.2.     Provide the ECVP complex and relevant Bank Units, and by extension the Management, with expert technical advice on addressing RMCs' capacity development issues to improve dialogue in RMCs in partnership with development partners.3.     Contribute to resource mobilization efforts and implementation of Trust Funds to address emerging capacity development needs in the RMCs.4.     Support the ECAD.2 Division Manager and ECAD Director in providing briefs, quality assurance and coordination of work program and deliverables in the Division and ECAD Department. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the direct supervision and guidance of the ECAD.2 Division Manager, the Capacity Development Officer will:1.     Participate in the design and delivery of macroeconomic management tools and trainings for the RMCs, in collaboration with other relevant staff members within ECAD.2, ECAD and across the Bank.2.     Participate in the design and delivery of public finance management tools and trainings for the RMCs, in collaboration with other relevant staff members within ECAD.2, ECAD and across the Bank.3.     Participate in the identification and assessment of capacity needs and demand in the RMCs in diverse areas, with a focus on macroeconomic management and public financial management.4.     Task Manage designated capacity development activities in collaboration with different Bank Units, especially Operations, with a view to improving the mainstreaming of capacity development activities in all Bank operations.5.     Initiate, develop, and enhance partnerships with international, regional and national capacity development institutions to deepen and expand the scope of capacity development activities in the RMCs.6.     Mobilize resources from both external and internal Bank resources that include the African Development Fund (ADF), Nigeria Technical Cooperation Fund (NTCF), and other Trust Funds for use to deliver successful capacity development initiatives in the Bank's RMCs.7.     Contribute to the preparation of the quarterly, mid-year and annual review of capacity development activities of ECAD and prepare relevant briefs and reports as may be required by Management.8.     In collaboration with other ECVP Departments and Bank Units, design and deliver capacity development programmes in macroeconomic modelling, forecasting and analysis and public financial management cycle, including budget management, governance, accountability, supreme audit oversight, domestic resource mobilization, public private partnerships in public finance, debt management, fiscal policy planning and management, financial programming, etc.9.     Contribute to the drafting and review of Bank's flagships, core policy, strategy and operational documents as well as the Global Community of Practice's Policy briefs.10.  Undertake any other duties as may be requested and assigned by the ECAD.2 Division Manager and ECAD Director. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge):1.     Hold at minimum a Master's degree in Economics, Development, Finance, Social Sciences, or related fields.2.     Strong experience and proven track record in the design and delivery of capacity development tools, public policy analyses, and/or capacity development in international development settings, especially in Africa.3.     Have a minimum of four (4) years of relevant and progressive professional experience in economic management, policy formulation, revenue management, public expenditure management, or related areas.4.     Have an excellent knowledge of capacity development issues in Africa and developing countries in general, particularly around macroeconomic management, transparency and accountability in macroeconomic management, public financial management, ensuring business-enabling environment, and combatting corruption and illicit financial flows.5.     Contribute to the preparation of policy statements, papers, briefs and various reports on economic governance issues.6.     A solid knowledge of capacity development initiatives, practices, methods and good grasp of required competencies for addressing existing development challenges.7.     Demonstrated ability to evaluate knowledge and skill gaps and make effective, timely and well-determined intervention decisions in relation to the Department's delivery mandate.8.     Demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas; a good listener; and cultural sensitivity, commitment to diversity and capacity to initiate and manage innovations or change.9.     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 institution.10.  Have an excellent knowledge of macroeconomic development models and a strong ability to interpret the results of research to facilitate policy dialogue.11.  Have proven familiarity with and knowledge of public finance management cycle in Africa with excellent understanding of the budget cycle, including budget management, governance, accountability, supreme audit oversight, domestic resource mobilization, public private partnerships in public finance, debt management, fiscal policy planning and management, financial programming, etc.12.  Have proven ability to think strategically and to design long-term plans and programs in line with the Bank's strategic priorities.13.  Ability to apply innovative approaches, work independently and apply new methods to solve problems, while remaining efficient in a fast-paced, changing and challenging institutional environment.14.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.       ______________________________________________________________________ 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 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 People and Talent Management Complex (PTVP), has the 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/DIVISION:The PTVP Complex comprises three (3) Departments, including a department in charge of Staff Welfare Services, Compensation and Employment Policy (PTCW), which itself comprises two (2) Divisions:The Compensation and Employment Policy Divisionand the Medical Services and Staff Welfare DivisionThe PTCW Department's key function is to ensure a comprehensive and supportive framework for the employment conditions of Bank staff, whether in terms of occupational health conditions, medical assistance, welfare initiatives, policies developed by the institution regarding human resources management, or the definition of remuneration parameters. Within this framework, the PTCW Department also ensures that mechanisms are in place to provide a full understanding of Staff members' rights and obligations, as part of the social pact governing work at the Bank.Within this Department, the Compensation and Employment Policy Division (PTCW1) is responsible for designing the rules governing human resources management and the compensation and benefits framework. The PTCW1 Division is also responsible for ensuring compliance with the regulatory framework, through a section managing contentious cases (from managing disciplinary procedures to the accompaniment of grievances submitted by Staff members). The role of the PTCW1 Division is to ensure close coordination with the General Counsel's services on all matters relating to staff administration and litigation management. THE POSITION:Reporting to the Division Manager, Compensation and Employment Policy, the Total Rewards Officer contributes to the development of the Total Rewards framework and programs in alignment with the bank's business objectives.The Total Rewards Officer is the key contributor and advisor on Total Rewards. S/he will work closelywith senior HR team members, support departments, and the staff council. The key performance indicators of the role include, but are not limited to:Effective management of annual rewards surveys, annual salary review cycles, and quadrennial Total Compensation Framework reviews.Quality of market surveys related to rewards.Up-to-date market best practice reviews on total rewards.Training for HRBPs and colleagues on Total Rewards.Timely analytics/ dashboards on Total Rewards.​KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, Compensation and Employment Policy, the Chief Total Rewards Officer will:Provide strategic and operational leadership in the design, development, implementation, administration and communication of Total Rewards programs in the Bank.Oversee the conceptualization and design of the rewards and recognition framework of the Bank. This includes designing targeted monetary and non-monetary programs that will increase engagement, motivation, performance, organizational trust, and satisfaction.Lead the annual salary review and the quadrennial Total Compensation Framework review processincluding analysing data, providing strategic advice, preparing reports, and delivering presentations to Management and the Board.Provide technical and advisory support to HR Business Partners, regional and HQ line management, and Staff on total rewards issues, including the annual salary review process.Provide expert advice and support to HR Managers, HR Client Services, and HR Operations, as andwhen needed.Coordinate partnership with stakeholders across the Bank to proactively seek an understanding ofbusiness priorities to identify and implement a range of creative rewards solutions that support thepeople strategy of the Bank.Participate in the formulation and recommendation of appropriate strategies on total rewards through preparation of papers, policy briefs, and delivering presentations to the Staff, Senior Management, and the Board.Leads and coordinates engagements relevant to Total Rewards and associated policies, practices, and trends with external stakeholders and peer IFIs.Liaise regularly with counterparts at other institutions, particularly IFIs, to exchange ideas ontotal rewards approaches and methodologies.Applies knowledge/skills to tasks related to all compensation disciplines, including marketintelligence, rewards planning, and compensation ranges and benchmarks to analyse the Bank'scompetitive position in all Bank Country Offices and Headquarters.Leads the development and identification of tools and systems to be used for total rewards analysis and communication. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience, and knowledge):Hold at least a Master's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management, Organizational Development, Accounting and Finance, or any other related disciplines.A minimum of seven (7) years' relevant experience in compensation and benefits, job classification and conduct a salary survey in salary surveys. Experience in a similar function in a multilateral development institution like the African Development Bank will be an added advantage.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural team and environment. Perception and understanding of cultural, nationality and gender differences.International experience working on development issues, particularly in Africa.Familiarity with HR policies and practices of multilateral organisations, with familiarity with the work of the African Development Bank being a distinct advantage.Strong experience in the design and delivery of compensation programs, as well as project management.Ability to apply innovative approaches, to lead but also to work independently, and to apply new methods to solve problems, while remaining efficient in a fast-paced, changing and challenging institutional environment.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 Microsoft Office Suite applications and Knowledge of SAP highly desirable. THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.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 HRDirect@AFDB.ORG          ______________________________________________________________________ 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 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 (2023 – 2032) 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 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 Treasury department is responsible for raising funds from capital markets, managing and investing the Bank Group's liquidity and shareholders' funds, processing and settling all financial transactions and managing the institution's banking relationships.Under the supervision of the Director, Treasury Department, the Treasury operations Division (FITR2) plays a crucial role in our organization, ensuring the timely processing and settlement of all Bank Obligations. This includes payment receipts and outflows related to administrative issues, disbursements, debt service, asset and liability management, foreign exchange, and related capital market transactions.FITR2 is structured into three (3) sections:The capital market operations (CMO) section, with its specialized expertise, is responsible for settling all asset and liability management transactions, collateral management and custody reconciliation, and review of the bank's OTC derivatives confirmations.The cash management and banking relationships (CMBR) section, responsible for cash accounts management and loan disbursement; andThe Client Services and SWIFT (CSS) section is responsible for overseeing the settlement of all administrative expenses, salaries, and pensions-related payments. They also manage investigations of all related activities, including loan disbursement, and ensure compliance with screening payment validation and control. Additionally, they manage prepaid cards for annual meetings and the Bank events. THE POSITION:Under the supervision of the Division Manager, Treasury Operations Division (FITR.2), the Treasury Officer settles Asset and Liability Management (ALM) transactions, reviews the borrowing and derivative documentations, reconciles the securities accounts, processes the corporate actions and the tax claim linked to investment instruments (Money Market, fixed income securities and derivatives), and assist in the management of collateral activities.  KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision of the Principal Treasury Officer of the Capital Market Operations, the responsibilities of the Treasury Officer will include, but are not limited to the following:Validate, affirm and settle the Bank Group ALM transactions:Verify set-up of capital market operations (Bond, Money market, Futures, Swap and Gold swaps etc.)  economic terms in Summit against related trade confirmations received from counterparties to ensure accurate cash flow generation and report any exceptions to the middle-office/front-office for regularization.Generate and send Money Market and FX Swap trade confirmations to the respective counterparties, Match confirmations issued and received using GT Match (automated reconciliation system) and investigate and regularize discrepancies before the release of the related settlement instructions.Validate trade   SSIs, check the availability of funds on the   cash flow   report, assign the appropriate   place of settlement, generate the adequate settlement instructions   and cash transfer to avoid settlement failures.Validate debt service payments before due date with the Issuing & Paying Agent (IPA) and the swap counterparties to ensure the Bank meets its financial obligations.Perform periodic review of counterparties SSIs and contacts and update Summit database.2. Process tax exemptions and corporate actions event related to the bank's investment and borrowing portfolio:Tax exemptions:Periodic review of the Bank's tax exemptions and certificates of withholding tax with custodians and correspondent banks and provide necessarily information to avoid any financial losses.Gather and process tax claim notices issued by correspondent banks to avoid tax deduction on income.Corporate actions:Generate the income and entitlement reports on the investment portfolio in Summit  and reconcile with information received from the custodians and investigate any discrepancies.Monitor corporate actions (certification, tender, class action) and take appropriate actions to avoid financial losses.Process Call notifications and Buyback notices on borrowing transactions; inform the respective Issuing and Paying Agent (IPA) and transfer the necessarily cash amounts to avoid settlement failures.3. Perform daily margin calls on the Bank Group OTC derivatives portfolio:Swaps, Swaptions, FX Swap trades:Generate in Summit the Bank daily margin requirements on OTC exposure and send margin calls to CSA/GMRA counterparties and Clearing Broker before contractual cut of times.Validate accuracy of margin calls (response/initiation) received from counterparties (market value of the portfolio, credit support balance, applicable Threshold and Minimum transfer amounts etc.) to ensure adequate margining of the Bank derivatives exposure and investigate discrepancies.Validate collateral movements including substitutions, reflect credit support flows in Summit for generating the related settlement instructions and accounting postings.Reconcile the month end collateral positions and interests on cash credit supports with CSA/GMRA counterparties and generate the related payment instructions.Maintain the CSA/GMRA statics in Summit.Futures and Options:Ensure adequate margining of the bank's Futures and Options portfolio with the Clearing Brokers.Generate in Summit the daily margin requirements on Futures & Options exposure and send them to the Clearing Brokers before contractual cut of times.Validate accuracy of margin calls (response/initiation) received from the Clearing Brokers and investigate discrepancies. Reconcile the bank's Futures and Options portfolio.Maintain the Give-up Agreement (Futures & Options) statics in Summit.4. Participate in the review of ISDA/CSA agreements and borrowing documentations and process all derivative contracts:Ensure that a confirmation is received for each derivatives transaction on a timely basis.Ensure that derivative confirmations comply with the current ALM guidelines and the Treasury open mandate's terms.Verify the accuracy of the borrowing and derivative contracts against trade tickets and transaction's final terms sheets. Report discrepancies to the traders or counterparties for regularization.Monitor and manage discussions between the Bank's Legal department (PGCL), Treasury Risk management's division (FIFM3), Operations (Private and Public sectors), Accounting department (FIFC) and counterparties to achieve agreement on the financial and legal terms of the confirmationEnsure, after PGCL's clearance, that confirmations are signed by the authorized signatory (The Treasurer) archived and subsequently forwarded to the counterparty.Implement   "MarkitServ" application   to enable real time affirmation and confirmation of derivative transactions.Maintain an adequate record of the status of all confirmations: Review and update of standard settlement instructions (SSIs)Perform periodic review of all SSIs in line with market standard and regulations and prepare a consolidated SSIs list for distribution to all stakeholders.Update timely all SSIs in the treasury applications to avoid settlement failuresInvestigation and ReportingDailyReconcile the daily internal coupon and redemption schedule against custodian income statements, transfer cash available to the main accounts for investment and investigate any discrepancy.Identify bonds that undergo partial redemption and inform both the Front and Middle Office.Review daily settlement notices (match & unmatched alerts) issued by custodians and counterparties and take necessarily actions to avoid settlement failures.MonthlyReconcile the Bank securities and Futures & Options positions against custodian/Clearing broker statements using GTMatch on a monthly basis and investigate any mismatch.Prepare the monthly settlement failure, custodian fees and non-performing counterparty's reportsCOMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge):Minimum of a master's degree in business administration, Finance, Banking, Accounting, Economics or related fields.A minimum of four (4) years of relevant practical working experience within a Back-Office environment.Sound understanding of financial instruments and very good knowledge of capital operations and instruments settlement procedures.Strong analytical skills, ability to work without supervision to resolve complex settlement problems.Proven ability to reduce settlement failure of capital market operations transactions.Private Sector Experience an added advantage.Good understanding of payment processing in an automated environment that includes Swift messages.Marketing and presentation skills are needed to communicate with stakeholders.Teamwork & Relationships: Work with others to maximize the effectiveness of the team as a whole, share the knowledge and workload.Develop strong working relationships with colleagues and contribute to creation of a positive team environment.Strong ability to work under pressure.Articulate, meticulous and well-organized.Demonstrable familiarity with and knowledge in the use of a Treasury Systems (preferably Summit, Bloomberg plus common IT skills);Communicate and write effectively in English or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint); Knowledge of SAP/FI or other ERP, Cards management, SWIFT, GTMATCH will be an advantage. THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.          ______________________________________________________________________ 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 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, 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 core mandate of the Vice Presidency (ECVP) is to lead the Bank Group on prioritising 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 key focus areas 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 African Development Institute coordinates and oversees the Bank's Capacity Development (CD) efforts (training, technical assistance, policy dialogue and advisory services; etc.) through the implementation of the Group's Capacity Development Strategy (CDS) in the Regional Member Countries (RMCs), to enhance development effectiveness in Africa. The Department leads the Bank's implementation of several flagship initiatives including the Project Cycle Management Academy (PCMA), the Public Finance Management Academy (PFMA), Executive Training on Macro-economic Policy Management in Africa (MEMA), the Bank's Global Community of Practice (G-CoP) Dialogue; the Kofi A. Annan Eminent Speakers Lecture Series (ESLS); the Public Service delivery Index for Africa (PSDI), among others. The Department makes up of three Divisions – (i) Program Management Division (ECAD.1); Policy Management Division (ECAD.2); and (iii) Knowledge Management and Information services Division (ECAD.3), each led by a manager who reports to the Director. THE POSITION:The Capacity Development Analyst, ECAD.1, will play an active role in the day-to-day delivery of the Department's mandate, ensure that high quality standards are observed, and collaborate with the staff of other Bank departments and external partners to promote Capacity Development (CD) in Africa. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision and guidance of the Manager, Programme Management Division (ECAD1), the Capacity Development Analyst will:Manage delivery of CD activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and roundtable high-level meetings at the Bank's headquarters and in the Bank's RMCs.Conceptualize, develop, implement and undertake post-implementation evaluation of institutional capacity and fiduciary clinics (ICFCs) to enhance the capacity of project implementation units and relevant government project implementing agencies across the Bank's project cycle.Administer the PCMA, coordinating the division's collaboration with contributing Bank departments, and ensuring the quality and effectiveness, monitoring all activities; and reporting progress.Contribute to the preparation of Country Capacity Development Needs Assessments (CCDNAs) by supporting the task teams before, during and at the close of the assessments.Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on the division's work achievements.Prepare briefs, information notes, and news articles on the activities of the division and in support of the leadership of the Bank, based on demand.In coordination with the department's budget Officer, contribute to the division's budget preparation and monitor its implementation.Coordinate the division's work delivery by establishing and managing a performance dashboard.Perform any other duties assigned by the division manager and other leadership of the Bank.COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge):Hold a master's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Technology, or a related discipline. An additional training in Instructional design and completion of the Bank's Operations Academy programme will be considered as an additional asset.Minimum of four (4) years experience in the Bank or similar institutions' operations, particularly Project Cycle Management (PCM). The candidate must have relevant experience in CD, especially eLearning, with proven competence and ability to develop concept notes, coordinate training delivery for project cycle management quality enhancement.Experience in handling knowledge dissemination.Ability to think strategically and link the goals of the Division and Department to the Bank's core strategic goals and set priorities accordingly.Strong quantitative analytical skills with a passion for figures and a mastery of the use of relevant software to prepare pictorials, charts and graphs.Good knowledge of PCMA stakeholders and their CD needs in the RMCs.Capacity to conceptualize new approaches and innovation in capacity development and to develop user friendly training materials, eg, eLearning contents.A demonstrated team player with strong communication, problem solving, self-organization and time management skills.A client and results-oriented individual with a proactive attitude.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English or French with a good working knowledge of the other language.Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications.Competence in the use of graphic design applications will be a plus. THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.        ______________________________________________________________________ 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 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 Vice Presidency for 'Power, Energy, Climate and Green Growth' is a Sector Complex focusing on the Bank's Ten-Year Strategy and first High 5s priority of "Light up and Power Africa". The complex's objectives are to develop policy and strategy; to provide deep sector technical expertise to the Regions by gathering pool of experienced individuals who can be consulted for their expertise on complicated transactions; to develop new financing instruments; to act as spokesperson to represent the Bank with external stakeholders on all aspects of "Light Up and Power Africa". The Complex will focus on areas of Power systems, policy and regulation, renewable energy; and, Climate and Green Growth. THE HIRING DEPARTMENTThe Energy Financial Solutions, Policy and Regulation Department (PESR) is responsible for leading the development of effective financial solutions through private sector financing in support of energy and power systems development in Regional Member Countries (RMCs) and in Regional Economic Communities (RECs). It is also mandated to provide financial structuring expertise to private sector clients as well as technical assistance to RMCs and RECs on policy and regulatory frameworks for energy and power systems development, with the objective of improving the enabling environment for private investment in the sector. In carrying out this mandate, the Department leads the lending program for Energy Sector Non-Sovereign Operations and undertakes knowledge work, including generation and dissemination of key energy sector data and statistics as well as policy dialogue to enhance collaboration with Governments, international development finance institutions and leading research centres.The department comprises two divisions, namely: (1) Energy Policy, Regulations and Statistics Division and (2) Financial Solutions Division. The Front Office (PESR0) is responsible for providing strategic guidance, executive oversight and intellectual leadership for the planning and coordination of the day-to-day functioning of the Department. THE POSITION:The responsibility of the Business Operations Officer is to support the PESR Director, Managers and staff on operational requirements directly related to the processing of Energy Non-Sovereign Operations (NSOs), Sovereign Operations (SOs) and technical assistance activities during the project cycle. The main tasks of the job holder will include: (i) coordinating the implementation of the annual work programme and related assignments; (ii) serving as a focal point for project data and portfolio analysis, presentations and reporting on SOs and NSOs for Management decision making; (iii) monitoring portfolio performance and the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); (iv) supporting PESR Management and Investment Officers with information management and data entry tasks as well as financial analysis; (v) Budget preparation and monitoring; and (vi) leading on the establishment and maintenance of all information management systems and databases (e.g. SAP) to enable the effective result-based management of the PESR projects. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the overall supervision and general guidance of the PESR Director, the Business Operations Officer will perform the following:Work Program MonitoringCollate data in respect of projects, programs and initiatives, from Investment Officers and Task Managers, concerning the completed, on-going and pipeline projects, loan/grant administration and project management, and assist in the entry of such data in various systems used by the Bank, SAP and the Bank Project Processing Schedule (BPPS), as well as in PESR internal systems.Contribute to the preparation of the Department's Annual NSO and SO Lending Programme based on Preliminary Evaluation Note (PEN) approval status, coordinate regular information gathering and updates on project processing status, including key issues and actions to mitigate the issues.Analyze, consolidate and produce inputs for PESR's reporting, such as the origination delivery reports, Mission 300 implementation reporting, non-lending and activities reporting.Contribute to the constitution of Project Appraisal Teams (PAT) and facilitate regular engagement with the PAT.Update weekly Active Project Processing Schedules (IOP) for Division weekly review and Division Management Team information.Create and update codes and update project information in SAP. Input and monitorNSO and SO in BPPS in liaison with Investment Officers.Provide inputs for Monthly Readiness and Probability of Delivery of Lending Programme Matrix, Quarterly Operations Committee (OPsCom) Rolling Agenda and Monthly Board Rolling Agenda (BRAG).Compile and manage the department's database (operations, complex projects, trust funds, special initiatives, co-financing, technical assistance and knowledge products).Develop analytical reports related to the Department's activities for submission to Senior Management and other relevant clients.Operational Support and AnalyticsPrepare and update approved projects processing status highlighting key follow-up actions for monitoring to ensure compliance with Bank's guidelines.Assist Investment Officers in the processing of Non-Disclosure Agreements, Letters/Expressions of Interest, Confidentiality Agreements, Mandate Letters and Letters of engagement.Conduct searches for Integrity Due Diligence activities and contribute to the preparation of Preliminary Integrity Risk Checks reports for Know Your Customer (KYC).Initiate process for issuance of Front-end, Appraisal Fees, Monitoring Fees and other fees by the treasury department and follow up to ensure compliance with payment schedules in accordance with the Mandate Letters.Support Investment Officers in the preparation and submission of quarterly Project Status Reports and the preparation of Project Transfer Forms after first disbursement.Report on accuracy and completeness of SAP data regarding the department's portfolio and Indicative Operational Program (IOP).Prepare first disbursement memoranda for Project disbursement and complete related SAP updates.Coordinate activities related to translations of NSO documents in preparation for Board Presentations.Procurement and Budget Management Activities for Work Programme DeliveryCoordinate the preparation and monitoring of business development and other missions.Coordinate entire recruitment process for consultancy services recruitments to support NSO origination and transaction activities (prepare Expressions of Interest, serve as focal point for reception of and communications with applicants, coordinate evaluation process for shortlisting process for Request for Proposals and final selection of consultant, prepare consultancy contracts, waivers for extension of contracts and contract amendments).Support PESR management with the preparation of the yearly budget and ensure all data is uploaded in the Bank's budgeting and programming system (SRAS).Monitor implementation of the budget and expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized level.Other DutiesCollect and consolidate annual statistics and co-financing data on the department's NSOs approved by the Board as inputs for Department Annual Report.Working with the communications consultant to ensure that PESR newsletters are issued quarterly and the SharePoint website is kept up to date to reflect the activities of the department.Produce briefing papers, spreadsheets and presentations on NSO activities for Management information, meetings and retreats.Assist the PESR Director in the follow-up of achievements of Department's KPIs and prepare relevant reports for monitoring.Coordinate Department Meetings, including preparing agenda topics, drafting Minutes of Project Meetings and monitoring follow-up actions required.Respond to enquiries from clients, sponsors and internal staff on NSO activities.Drafting Terms of Reference (ToRs) and Back to Office Reports (BTORs) for the Director's missions.Prepare ad hoc requests, analysis, briefs requested by the PESR Director.COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge)Hold at least a Master's degree in Business Management, Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics and Finance or related fields.Have a minimum of four (4) years relevant working experience in data collection, processing, data mining, analysis and forecasting either within the AfDB, with a similar development/multilateral organization or the private sector.Proven data analytic skills and experience in using information management systems (such as SAP) to access, compile and present data and statistics in user friendly format.Experience in using budgeting tools and systems, in particular the budgeting systems of the AfDB or similar organizations.Enthusiasm and ability to learn new concepts quickly and to take initiative.Good organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to handle internal and external requests speedily and efficiently.Strong communication and team working skills.Ability to communicate orally and in writing effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.Competent in the use of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint). THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTShould 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 HRDirect@AFDB.ORG        ______________________________________________________________________ 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 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 Senior Vice-Presidency (SVP) is responsible for supporting the President in the day-to-day management of the Bank Group in order to achieve its strategic objective and drive performance culture that will align all processes and systems to deliver high impact results. The Senior Vice-Presidency provides 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 Senior Vice-Presidency leads senior management discussions, decision-making processes and the implementation of key Board and Management decisions. THE HIRING DEPARTMENT:Located within the SVP Complex, the Development Impact and Results Department works to continuously enhance the quality and timely delivery of Bank operations, the Department coordinates and supports the Bank's global efforts towards sharpening country focus, strategic selectivity and quality of the Bank's operations.Within the Department, the Quality Assurance and Learning Division is an operational support unit of the African Development Bank that focuses on enhancing and mainstreaming the quality and results of the Bank's strategies and operations. To this end, it is responsible for: (i) setting quality standards for the Bank's interventions; (ii) strengthening tools and processes throughout operational cycles; and (iii) building staff capacities and facilitating operational knowledge dissemination. THE POSITION:Within the Quality Assurance and Learning Division, the Development Effectiveness and Quality Assurance Officer will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the division's data collection, analysis, reporting and dissemination with a view to improving compliance and ultimately the quality and development effectiveness of the Bank's operations. He/she will oversee activities relating to compliance and learning workstream, notably quality assurance data, measuring compliance, and extracting actionable insights and lessons. The officer will also provide support to the division's main workstreams including rolling out new tools and guidance, and the Operations Academy e-learning initiative. KEY FUNCTIONS:Under the supervision of the Manager, the Development Effectiveness and Quality Assurance Officer will have the following duties:Quality Assurance Data Analysis, Visualization and Reporting:Lead data collection efforts and ensure data quality, accuracy and consistency. Maintain and improve databases on quality at entry, quality of supervision and quality at completion performance.Conduct data analysis and apply statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, producing insights and business intelligence to enhance operational quality and results.Design and automate key reporting processes to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and enable timely, data-driven decision-making.Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and visual storytelling tools (e.g., via Power BI) to effectively communicate findings to operational teams, senior management, and other stakeholders.Track compliance with the Bank's quality assurance tools (Readiness Reviews, IPRs, PCRs), and other independent evaluation reports. Knowledge Management:Generate and disseminate knowledge and lessons for operations teams based on data and document analysis.Support knowledge sharing and training initiatives, including maintaining the internal online toolkit and contributing to communications and training plans. Collaboration and engagement:Act as the focal point across the Bank with regards to quality assurance data and compliance, regularly liaising with operations teams through quarterly reporting and more in-depth annual reporting.Maintain effective working relationships with IT, the Independent Evaluation Group, regional and sector departments to ensure Bank-wide ownership/internalization and effective application of quality assurance tools. COMPETENCIES (skills, experience and knowledge):Hold at least a Master's degree or equivalent in economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science or related disciplines.Have a minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience in data analytics, statistical methods, or business intelligence.Knowledge of development effectiveness policies, results measurement, monitoring and evaluation practices, and operational processes of multilateral development banks or relevant institutions.Proven expertise in Excel and Power BI is required; familiarity with basic programming (e.g., SQL, Python, R) is considered as an advantage.Experience in automating reporting workflows and managing large datasets for business intelligence purposesAbility to transform data into actionable insights through dashboards and narrative reportsBe client-oriented, especially in the management of sensitive issues in a multicultural environment.Demonstrate determination, innovation and creativity.Be able to work independently with a minimum of supervision in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work in multidisciplinary teams and coordinate interdepartmental team effortsAbility to communicate effectively (written and spoken) in English or French, preferably with a good working knowledge of the other language.Good command of standard applications of the Bank (Microsoft 365 Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint, SAP). THIS POSITION IS CLASSIFIED INTERNATIONAL STATUS AND ATTRACTS INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.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 HRDirect@AFDB.ORG         ______________________________________________________________________ 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. 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