African Development Bank (AfDB) - Established in 1964, the African
Development Bank is the premier pan-African development institution,
promoting economic growth and social progress across the continent.
There are 80 member states, including 54 in Africa (Regional Member
Countries). The Bank's development agenda is delivering the financial
and technical support for transformative projects that will
significantly reduce poverty through inclusive and sustainable economic
growth.
LEAD ECONOMIST
Reference: ADB/17/221
Location: Côte d’Ivoire
Grade: PL2
Position N°: 50075425
THE COMPLEX
The
Chief Economist/Vice-President for Economic Governance and Knowledge
Management is the Bank’s spokesperson on economic matters and the Vice
President for the ‘Economics Governance and Knowledge Management
Complex.
The Complex is responsible for (i) providing leadership and
visibility for the Bank on economic, finance, financial governance and
socio economic development issues; and coordinate the generation of
analytical works to inform operational policy; (ii) systematically
emphasize the critical role of knowledge, experience, lessons learnt and
their tangible impact on sustainable, inclusive transformation of
African economies.
The Complex will inspire, generate and provide
direct support to the President and Senior Management of the Bank on a
broad range of technical and management issues within the broad remit of
economic, finance, public financial governance, management and social
economics.
THE HIRING DEPARTMENT
The Chief
Economist/Vice-President for Economic Governance and Knowledge
Management Complex’s core mandate has been to position the Bank as a
trusted broker of knowledge in the pursuit of Africa’s development and
make it a world class center of excellence advocating for evidence based
policy making.
The Complex is therefore responsible for the management of Bank Group knowledge produce.
This
includes knowledge generation through strategic and applied research,
knowledge measurement embedded in statistical and data work, knowledge
generated from operational and field experiences, and knowledge sharing
through dissemination, networking and partnerships.
Hence the
Complex’s activities can broadly be categorized as: (i) providing the
knowledge base to support the effectiveness of Bank Group Operations and
policy dialogue in Regional Member Countries; (ii) Capacity development
in Regional Member Countries and Sub-Regional Organizations in
statistics, project and economic management; and, (iii) Leadership in
coordination of knowledge advocacy, financial and economic governance in
Africa.
THE POSITION
Under the guidance of
the Chief Economist, the Lead Economist drives the Bank’s leadership in
building sustainable competitive economies in the Regional Member
Countries.
He / she contributes to policy dialog and coordinates the
Bank’s economic analytical work, with the view to spur a culture of
excellency and stewardship for the Bank’s clients and partners.
The
Lead Economist enhances the Bank’s branding in providing high standard
economic advice to the clients in alignment with the donor community in
the Regional Member Countries.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure
the Bank is at the forefront of economic development knowledge and
practice in support to the Regional Member Countries’ effective
management of macroeconomic policy.
Leading the preparation of
country strategy papers, in collaboration with the regional directorates
and other stakeholders inside and outside the Bank.
Developing
partnerships with the other knowledge departments within the Complex and
in and outside the Bank, and ensure that the highest level of knowledge
is incorporated in the design of Bank strategies and operations.
Leading production of flagship reports on country economic issues
Leading
the prioritization of the High 5s in country strategy papers in
collaboration with the regional directorates and other stakeholders.
Leading
the application of economic research generated inside and outside of
the Bank, to the development and review of economic policy solutions
tailored to the specific circumstances of each Regional Member
Countries.
Coordinating the work of country economists in the Bank towards improved harmonization of approaches and standards of quality
Leading
the production of country-relevant, timely, analytically sound, and
reliable policy advice for Regional Member Countries.
Monitoring
economic conditions and policies in Regional Member Countries and
providing policymakers with well researched insights about developments
in their economies.
Provide advice and guidance on core Bank policies, strategies and processes for greater Bank effectiveness.
Foster the Bank’s position on high level strategic issues in relation to economic governance.
Enhance
the Bank’s comparative advantage and quality assurance in delivering
its development goals to the Regional Member Countries.
Design, lead and oversee the implementation of the Bank’s knowledge strategy.
Manage and monitor the complex’ economic research agenda.
Support the economic work transformation venture across the Bank, in coordination with other relevant Bank Units.
Coordinate
partnership with sister institutions on high level economic development
initiatives in support to the Regional Member Countries.
Contribute to knowledge generation and outreach.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
A minimum of a PhD in Macroeconomics, Econometrics or Applied Economics.
A minimum of eight (
years of relevant and progressive professional experience in
macroeconomic management, Applied economics, Research, gained within
major international organizations.
Standing record of support in
macroeconomic modelling and forecasting, including debt management
issues in the Regional Member Countries is a must.
Evidence of
recently international published works in economics in international
journals or books published by reputable publishers.
Excellent knowledge of the international development institutions’ policies, guidelines and procedures.
Proven experience in leading policy dialog with the highest level of Government bodies in the Regional Member Countries.
Demonstrated operational experience in a multilateral setting.
A
very good background in corporate services activities in particular in
procurement management, fixed assets management for public development
organizations.
Solid experience in knowledge and partnership leverage.
Competence in the use of at least one standard econometric software for empirical analysis.
Communicate and write effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications.
SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL - ADMINISTRATIVE AFFAIRS
Reference: ADB/17/151
Location: Côte d’Ivoire
Grade: PL5
Position N°: NA
THE COMPLEX
The
President, plans, supervises and manages the business of the Bank
Group. Under the direction of the Boards of Directors, the President
conducts the business of the Bank and the African Development Fund and
manages operations and activities in accordance with the Agreements
establishing the African Development Bank and the African Development
Fund.
The President supervises several Departments and Units
including Office of the President; Independent Development Evaluation
Department; Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department; Compliance Review
and Mediation Unit; Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board;
Administrative Tribunal; Office of the Auditor General; Group Risk
Management Directorate; General Counsel and Legal Services Department;
Communication and External Relations Department; Staff Integrity and
Ethics Office and Office of the Secretary General & General
Secretariat.
THE HIRING DEPARTMENT
The
General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL) delivers legal
advice and services to the statutory organs of the Bank and the Fund:
Boards of the Bank and the Fund, to Senior Management, to Regional
Directorates and more generally to the whole Bank. The department is
also protects the interest of the Bank from legal liability and as
necessary provide legal representation in cases filed against or brought
by the Bank.
The role of the Administrative Affairs Division (PGCL4)
is to provide legal advice and assistance in connection with (i)
litigation of any nature brought by or against the Bank (including legal
action against the Bank through its own internal recourse mechanisms),
(ii) all legal aspects pertaining to the Bank’s rules, regulations,
procedures and processes in respect of human resources management
including employment contracts, staff performance management, benefits,
discipline and separation, (iii) institutional procurement, (iv)
corporate legal issues arising from the interpretation and application
of various Bank instruments, and (v) insurance and pension matters, (vi)
cooperation with public sector or private sector entities, including
Non-Government Organizations.
THE POSITION
The
overall responsibility of Senior Legal Counsel - Administrative Affairs
will be to ensure the correct interpretation of, and compliance with
the various Bank’s policies, rules, regulations and procedures
applicable to staff (including Staff Rules and Regulations, applicable
Presidential Directives and Administrative Instructions), corporate
procurement, and delegation of authority.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under
the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, Administrative
Affairs (PGCL4), the Senior Legal Counsel - Administrative Affairs will
provide legal advice and assistance in connection with litigation, all
legal aspects pertaining to the Bank’s rules, regulations, procedures
and processes in respect of human resources management, institutional
procurement, corporate legal issues, insurance and pension matters, and
cooperation with public sector or private sector entities, including
Non-Government Organizations. In particular, the incumbent will:
Prepare
drafts of opinions on constitutional and corporate legal issues arising
from the interpretation and application of the agreements establishing
the Bank and the Fund;
Advise on matters pertaining to the
privileges, immunities and exemptions of the Bank and the Fund and those
of officers, employees, experts and consultants of the Bank;
Participate
in the preparation and representation of the defense of the Bank in
internal litigation, including internal administrative review, appeal
and Administrative Tribunal proceedings and coordinate the work of
external counsel in external litigation in which the Bank is a party or
may have an interest;
Advise on, negotiate, and prepare contracts for
the acquisition of goods and services for the Bank including consulting
and professional services, intellectual property, information
technology, in accordance with the Bank’s procurement rules and
financial regulations, and provide legal support and advice regarding
existing contracts or new contracts to be entered into;
Draft legal
opinions and memoranda on all administrative and human resources
management matters of the Bank, including the drafting, review and
amendment of employment contracts and other related legal documents, as
well as advise on all legal issues relating to personnel matters,
including staff benefits;
Advise on insurance matters and on
administrative and policy matters concerning Staff Retirement Plan and
Medical Benefits Plan, and provide legal support that may be required in
respect of the Staff Retirement Plan and the Medical Benefits Plan;
Provide
legal services in the negotiation and finalization of legal instruments
of co-operation between the Bank and the Fund and bilateral and
multilateral partners;
Prepare, negotiate and finalize host
agreements and other instruments required to ensure the Bank’s presence
in its member countries;
Maintain existing contact with legal
services of other multilateral institutions and of member states and
with the legal profession in general in member states of the Bank on
matters relating to the functions and activities of the Bank and Fund;
Undertake such other assignments as required by the Division Manager - Administrative Affairs or the General Counsel.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
Hold
at least a Master's or equivalent degree in Law and admission to the
Bar of one of the African Development Bank member countries; or a Juris
Doctor (JD) and admission to the Bar of one of the African Development
Bank member countries;
Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant
experience in similar jobs, preferably with a reputable international
law firm, a legal department of a private or public entity, or an
international financial institution with proven technical competence and
experiences;
Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous and shifting demands, priorities and tight deadlines;
Good
skills in communication and negotiation as well as the ability to build
partnerships with a broad range of clients and deliver results that
meet the needs of the Legal Services Department’s work program;
Good knowledge of the current trend of development and familiarity with international law, and related matters;
Capacity
to draft and negotiate agreements of all manners and form that balances
the standards and norms of outside parties with the unique requirements
of the Bank;
Effective consulting and advisory skills that enable clients and help resolve their legal questions.
Strong interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to work with multicultural and multidisciplinary teams;
Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, with a working knowledge of the other;
Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications; knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.
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LEAD ECONOMIST
SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL - ADMINISTRATIVE AFFAIRS
DUE DATE: 9 June, 2017
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