Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in AsiaAre you ready to make a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region. Organizational Setting and Reporting RelationshipThe position of Senior Water Resources Specialist is assigned to the Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development Sector Office (SG-AFNR) within the Sectors Department 1 (SD2). SD2 aims to deliver impactful sector strategy, initiatives, and integrated solutions that advance ADB's strategic agenda in the region. SD2, which is comprised of SG-AFNR, the Water and Urban Development Sector Office, and the Digital Sector Office: delivers or supports sovereign, nonsovereign, and advisory operations; delivers knowledge services; supports regional departments (RDs) and resident missions (RMs) in engaging with ADB's developing member countries (DMCs); and ensures ADB's technical leadership internally and externally.SG-AFNR leads policy development and dialogue, knowledge management, project quality assurance, sector analytic work, and loan and technical assistance (TA) processing and administration in the Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development sectors. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, PhilippinesYou will report to Senior Director or Director, AFNR and will oversee junior team members. Your RoleAs a Senior Water Resources Specialist, you will coordinate and communicate projects and activities in AFNR sector, and participate in the identification, development, implementation, and administration of loan and TA projects in DMCs. You will support the preparation of sector road maps, strategies, and contribute to sector assessments. You will guide technical, institutional, and policy options in the regional member countries and integrate them into ongoing and pipeline projects. You will lead policy dialogue and deliver projects focused on knowledge solutions. Delivery of the requirement of the position would require candidates to have skills and sub-sectoral expertise in any of or a combination of the following: coastal engineering and coastal zone management, flood risk management, glaciers, including landslide risk management, integrated water resources management, and irrigation management. You will:Collaborate with staff at ADB Headquarters, including relevant climate, disaster resilience, nature focals, and RMs in preparing suitable designs and implementation of modernized and climate resilient water sector projects, including meeting project readiness and quality at entry requirementsLead policy dialogue, engage with stakeholders to discuss and develop water resource policies that align with environmental and organizational goals, and ensure that all water resource policies are communicated clearly and effectively to all relevant parties.Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge management system to capture and share best practices and lessons learned in water resource management. Provide training and support to employees and stakeholders to ensure they have the necessary knowledge and skills to manage water resources effectively.Represent SG-AFNR in meetings and consultations with ADB stakeholders including government counterparts and local partners, and actively contribute to new or innovative approaches to policy and operational issues which incorporate climate change adaptation in water resources management, especially integrated and innovative solutions.Contribute to country programming and project development by supporting the development of suitable analytical work in the sector, including for glacier-related risk assessments.Identify necessary and appropriate AFNR sector interventions, including but not limited to glacier-related interventions for water resources management. This can include river engineering, flood risk management, nature-based solutions etc., including investments, policy and institutional reforms, and capacity building for increased knowledge and resilience which may be considered by ADB.Contribute to the development, processing, and administration of grant, loan, and TA projects in the SG-AFNR, including glacier-related interventions such as river basin management, modernized irrigation and drainage, landslide risk management, and early warning systems. Provide adequate attention to due diligence and delivery of development results.Ensure key technical, social, economic, financial, and crosscutting issues such as climate change, glacial melt, natural capital, biodiversity and water use trends, poverty, social, and gender are appropriately incorporated into projects. Ensure technical, procurement, disbursement, and contract administration issues are resolved timely during loan and TA implementation.Lead missions and lead on specific sector-related areas.Prepare regular project updates and periodic reporting to supervisor and other project staff, teams, and project administration unit. Regularly coordinate and work closely with Climate Team to develop innovative and adaptive project designs and pipeline contributions.Lead in the preparation of consultant terms of reference and bid documents and coordinate consultant activities as appropriate.Supervise the performance of reporting staff, provide clear directions and regular monitoring and feedback on performance. Ensure the ongoing learning and development of reporting staff. QualificationsYou will need:Master's Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Climate Change, Environment or other related fields; or University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in water resources sector. International experience working as a water resources/related field engineer in several countries at various expertise such as glacier, coastal engineering and coastal zone management, integrated water resources management, irrigated agriculture development, water system management, river basin flood risk management, and flood management, in several countries.Two years of relevant experience outside ADB within the past five years is required. Years as an ADB-engaged consultant or contractor are considered experience outside of ADB.Experience working in Asia and the Pacific Countries is an advantage.Candidates with experience in glacier-related countries including Caucus and Central Asia and West regions are highly encouraged to apply.Good knowledge of climate change adaptation, disaster risk management and water resources development, including basin-wide approaches, nature-based solutions, flood risk management and natural resources management, community resilience and participation, infrastructure modernization, capacity building and institutional strengthening, integrated approaches to resource management.Strong technical skills and experience in climate change adaptation and water resources sector. Ability to contribute to reviewing designs of water resources interventions and associated rural infrastructure facilities, prepared/proposed by consultants or the government agencies, including cost estimates, implementation arrangements and other relevant technical aspects.Ability to synthesize technical, institutional, economic, social, and safeguard outputs into a coherent project design.Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Good interpersonal skills, necessary to forge consensus among diverse stakeholders over various, and often contentious, development issues are preferred.Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI2. BenefitsADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.Paid leave (including parental)Medical and health benefitsLife and other insurance plansRetirement planStaff developmentHousing and education allowance (if applicable)Expatriate benefits (for international staff) Additional InformationThis position is crucial to the Workforce Rebalancing Framework (2022–2027), a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing ADB's in-house expertise previously sourced from the external workforce. The role seeks seasoned experts with substantial field experience capable of leading policy dialogue, and projects focused on delivering knowledge solutions. Successful candidates may occasionally undertake short-term assignments in other groups or departments when required. This fixed-term appointment for three years is renewable under Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 on "Recruitment and Appointment".This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (3) years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 ("Recruitment and Appointment'). This appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may be renewed for a period of up to three years, or not renewed. There is no limit on the number of renewals. This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.1) Multiple positions may be filled from this opening. 2) Actual position title and grade will be based on your qualifications, experience, and job scope that will be assigned to the selected candidates. About UsAsian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.To view ADB Organizational Chart, please click here.ADB seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.Visit ADB Careers FAQ for more information. 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