The African Development Bank Field Office in Nigeria (NGFO) has been established to strengthen dialogue between the Bank and the government, development partners, the private sector, and the civil society, in the
design of its development policy and programs, as well as on implementation, monitoring and evaluation ofthe poverty reduction strategy.
NGFO also seeks to assist the operational functions of the Bank Group in launching and follow up of projects and programs in Nigeria with a view to enhancing portfolio quality, identification, promotion of participatory approach, and regional integration. NGFO invites applications from qualified candidates to fill in the follOWing vacant position.
This is a national position and posting will be in Abuja, Nigeria.
Agricultural Engineer (National PL)
Major Duties and responsibilities will include the following among others:
- Undertake analytical work in agriculture sector/agriculture production and marketing infrastructure development with a view to determining its level of priority in the country‘s development program, and advise Management on how to ensure sustainability of benefits of Bank financed agricultural projects and programs in Nigeria;
- Contribute to the Preparation of Country Strategy Paper, with particular reference to agriculture and rural infrastructure development;
- Formulate, evaluate and supervise projects, lending proposals, feasibility studies and sector work.
- Actively participate in the programming, arranging and execution of Banks supervision missions for agriculture and agro-industry development;
- Provide inputs in the review of tender evaluation reports and undertake the evaluation of technical and financial proposals for contracts relating to project implementation;
- Participate in the Agricultural Sector Working Group activities and related donor-coordination meetings, sector wide approaches, on the basis of which to advise the Resident Representative and Management on policy issues in the sector;
- Assist where required in the development of the Banks policies, procedures and guidelines, and ensure their application; – Serve as a technical specialist in his/her discipline and anchor for multi-disciplinary identification preparation, appraisal, launching, monitoring and follow-up, supervision, and completion of agriculture sector missions; contribute to the preparation of Portfolio Review Reports;
- Provide expert advice and guidance to officials of executing agencies on sector issues and priorities, . technical aspects of projects, and the Bank rules and procedures, including those for the procurement of goods and services;
- Assist the Bank in its training programme;
- Provide active support to government in facilitating loans/grants effectiveness;
- Assist country officials and implementing agencies carrying out procurement and disbursement activities in accordance with the Bank Group rules and procedures;
- Assist government and implementation agencies in utilization of revolving funds and in preparation of quarterly progress reports and annual audit reports; and
- Participate in other technical tasks assigned by the Resident Representative and the Division Managers in Agriculture Department;
Essential Skills and capabilities
- The incumbent should possess a Masters degree or its equivalent in Agricultural Engineering and at least seven years of professional experience in program/project design and management, broad knowledge- of all agriculture sub-sectors, and with specific experience in implementation and management of donor funded projects in an African setting;
- Previous experience working in multi-lateral financial institutions or similar large organisations, and performing such roles’ as project preparing, appraising, supervising or implementing donor funded projects;
- Full understanding of the, principles of project cycle and project implementation as applicable in the regional member countries (RMCs) is required for portfolio management;
- Proven planning and organizational skills.
- Strong conceptual and research/analytical skills, with ability to think strategically and rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources into conclusions and recommendations; excellent oral, and writing skills;
- In-depth knowledge of social, political and development issues in the country;
- Proven ability to, Interact competently with the staff of government and donor agencies on issues relating to aid coordination;
- Competence in the use of COSTAB and Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, MS projects and PowerPoint);
- Ability to communicate and write effectively in English.
- A good working knowledge of French will be an advantage.
Terms of Employment: Three years on a fixed-term contract with possibilities of renewal based on performance.
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview Will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English showing date of birth, nationality and copies of academic certificates. African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please send your application and CV no later than 5 :00 pm. 28th June 2010 to:
The Resident Representative
African Development Bank Nigeria
8 lake Chad Crescent,
Maitama, Abuja.
Nigeria
Or submit electronically to [email protected].

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African Development Bank is recruiting for the position of Chief Security Officer
* Position title: Chief Security Officer
* Grade: PL-3
* Position N°: 6958 / SAP N°: 50052627
* Reference: ADB/09/140
Objectives
The key security objectives are to assure for all of the Bank’s location throughout Africa the:
Protection of all ADB assets and personnel in Côte d’Ivoire; Availability of security and emergency contingency plans; Prepare for a return to Headquarters form the Temporary Relocation Agency (TRA).

Preparation of threat level report relating to Côte d’Ivoire; Identification of all threats to the ADB in Côte d’Ivoire and the putting into place of effective counter measures; Conducting Risk Analysis and Risk Assessment Reviews to be included in all Security Unit (SECU) reporting to the President of the Bank.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Security Unit in fulfilling his prime duties the Security Manager is tasked to:
* Prepare, maintain and put into action the ADB’s strategic risk assessment program for Côte d’Ivoire, through which he will identify and characterize threats, assess risks, design countermeasures to eliminate or reduce risks and propose cost-effective solutions for a safe return to Headquarters;
* Provide security advice to the Head of the Security Unit in both a pro-active and reactive manner;
* Prepare, for approval of the Chief of the Security, all Côte d’Ivoire related security documentation such as risk assessments, security procedures, reports concerning threat levels, security incidents involving ADB personnel, the organization of security at the Headquarters and the analysis of security events affecting the ADB itself;
* Establish and maintain good working relationships with the security authorities of Côte d’Ivoire and with the United Nations Security Coordination Department, and also with counterparts in similar organizations;
* Prepare the physical security environment at the Headquarters for the return of the Bank of Côte d’Ivoire; Conduct liaison with the contracted security company Group 4 Securicorps;
* Control access to all Bank facilities in Cote d’Ivoire; Implement technical security improvements to all Bank facilities in Cote d’Ivoire.
* Prepare and maintain crisis and emergency plans for all personnel in Côte d’Ivoire, covering eventualities such as war, country evacuation, earthquake, flood, fire and temporary loss of asset access, and any other credible natural/man made disaster or major accident.
* Analyze current technical security posture and make recommendations to improve all technical security enhancements for all ADB locations. Implement technical programs to enhance human security resources;
* Develop and supervise training programs for SECU staff at HQ in Abidjan.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience
* At least a Master degree in a security related field.
* At least seven (7) years of relevant and pertinent experience in the security profession.
* Extensive experience in military, police or relative field required.
* High level degree of confidentially and integrity; very good interrelations skills, and diplomatic skills.
* Discreet and quiet professionalism with career background in security field.
* Proven leadership; Ability to work in a stressful environment and able to deliver timely results.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English or French ; with a working knowledge of the other language.
* Demonstrated ability to analyze facts and implement concrete solutions.
* Very good records of networking with people and knowledge of successful integration in a multicultural organisation.
* Proven experience with telecommunication including ability to operate complex security related equipment.
* Excellent customer service attitude and ability to work in a team and manage diverse elements through complex project management scenario.
* Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
Application
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit (preferably electronically, to: [email protected]) a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth and nationality.
Or to
Division Manager
Staff Planning and Recruitment Division
Temporary Relocation Agency
African Development Bank
15 Avenue du Ghana
BP. 323-1002
Tunis-Belvedere,Tunisia
FAX: (216) 71 831 472
The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline is 4th October 2009

African Development Bank is recruiting for the position of Chief Financial Accountant
* Position title: Chief Financial Accountant
* Grade: PL-3
* Position N°: 1272
* Job Reference: ADB/09/137
Objectives
* Ensure effective internal control around loan accounting and reporting in the General Ledger.
* Ensure effective internal control around the accounting activities of the Bank Group, by ensuring that financial transactions reported on the bank accounts are proper and accurately recorded in the appropriate accounting period.
* Ensure timely and accurate financial reports of the loan and banking activities of the Bank.
* Ensure proper and timely reconciliation and clearance of all loan related and other suspense and receivable/payable accounts in the General Ledger.
* Provide high level advice on the financial statement implication of all project loan and grant related activities.
* Participate in the preparation of the financial statements of the Bank Group in accordance with IFRS.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Division Manager, FFCO, the incumbent will carry out the following functions:
* Supervise the Loan Accounting and Bank Reconciliation functions in FFCO.1
* Coordinate the review and reconciliation of all General Ledger accounts.
* Provide technical accounting and policy guidance on system implementation projects in the area of loan accounting and the maintenance of bank accounts.
* Coordinate the activities of FFCO.1 with respect to the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Integrated Internal Control Framework.
* Provide input for the financial accounting reporting of the Bank Group in accordance with IFRS.
* Detailed Duties include the following:
Loan Accounting
* Ensure accuracy of all General Ledger accounts relating to project loans and grants.
* Ensure monthly reconciliation of the General Ledger with the subsidiary loan system.
* Monitor the recording of approved loans and liaising with SEGL to ensure timely recording in SAP of all Loans and grant approvals.
* Ensure the accuracy of monthly recording of accrued income on loans.
* Provide technical accounting guidance on any new loan product that the Bank may want to use.
* In liaison with FFCO.4, provide all loan related statistics and information for the preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial statements and other financial information emanating from the Division.
* Carry out monthly analysis of loan income and provide explanations for variances.
* In liaison with FFCO.4, ensure that the member country accounts are analyzed and reconciled.
* Supervise the process for the formulation of accounting policy on the impairment of loan and related charges as well as the periodic determination and computation of impairment charges in the financial statements.
Bank Reconciliation
* Ensure timely reconciliation of all bank accounts in use by all the entities including bilateral and trust funds.
* Follow up on all outstanding items in bank reconciliation.
* Advise on treatment of old and irrecoverable amounts.
* In liaison with FTRY.2, ensure that adequate internal controls are maintained in the closing and opening of new bank accounts.
* Provide the monthly summary of bank reconciliation for management review.
Analysis and Reconciliation of General Ledger Account
* Ensure reconciliation of receivable/payable and inter-institution accounts.
* Give instructions for the settlement of all inter-institution receivable/payable.
Other Duties
* Represent the Division/Department in the various working groups including those of ALCO.
* Participate actively in the production of financial statements and any financial information emanating from the Division.
* Participate in the overall evaluation of internal control within the Division.
* Liaise with SAP for all development work in the area of General Ledger reporting of loan and banking activities.
* Prepare financial statements for some special activities and initiatives in the Bank as allocated by the Manager.
* Other functions that may be assigned by the Division Manager, that have bearing to the work of the Division
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience
* At least a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, Business Administration, or Banking, combined with a membership of an internationally recognised professional accounting body e. g. CA, CPA, ACCA or Expert Comptable;
* A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience, including experience in an accounting firm of international repute;
* Very good computer skills including proficiency in SAP (ERP Excel, Access, and PowerPoint;
* Excellent writing skills, and ability to explain technical accounting issues to subordinates and colleagues;
* Good team player and excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
* Demonstrated competences of accuracy, attention to detail, integrity and update knowledge of International Accounting Standards;
* Ability to communicate and write effectively in French and/or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.

Application
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit (preferably electronically, to: [email protected]) a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth and nationality.
Or to
Division Manager
Staff Planning and Recruitment Division
Temporary Relocation Agency
African Development Bank
15 Avenue du Ghana
BP. 323-1002
Tunis-Belvedere,Tunisia
FAX: (216) 71 831 472
The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application deadline is 30th September 2009

The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group’s mission is to help reduce poverty, improve living conditions for Africans and mobilize resources for the continent’s economic and social development.
With this objective in mind, the institution aims at assisting African countries – individually and collectively – in their efforts to achieve sustainable economic development and social progress. Combating poverty is at the heart of the continent’s efforts to attain sustainable economic growth. To this end, the Bank seeks to stimulate and mobilize internal and external resources to promote investments as well as provide its regional member countries with technical and financial assistance.

African Development Bank (AFDB) is recruiting for Chief Legal Counsel and Chief Legal Counsel-Finance

Chief Legal Counsel
Position title: Chief Legal Counsel
Grade: PL-3
Job Position N°: 5568
Job Reference: ADB/09/125

Objectives
Duties and responsibilities

The Chief Legal Counsel is the team leader of the Administrative Affairs Section, and assists the Division Manager in co¬ordinating and supervising the work of the section; She/he may be required to deputize in the absence of the Division Manager. She/he will:

* Draft and finalize Board documents on institutional governance;
* Revise principal Bank instruments (Staff Regulations, Staff Rules) for Board approval;
* Prepare pleadings and briefs, and represent the Bank before the Staff Appeals Committee and the Administrative Tribunal;
* Draft and finalize service contracts between the Bank and contractors, consultants and suppliers;
* Advise on applicability and interpretation of Bank Rules and Regulations;
* Advise on scope and application of Bank’s privileges, exemptions and immunities;
* Draft and finalize Board resolutions on administrative matters;
* Draft and negotiate legal instruments of cooperating with bilateral and multilateral partners;
* Advise on matters related to the Staff Retirement Plan;
* Render legal opinions and advise on personnel matters;
* Participate in meetings with respect to evaluation of bids for the acquisition of goods and services;
* Undertake missions to other international organizations to pursue institution building work;
* Undertake such other assignments as are required in the absence of the Division Manager.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

* At least a Master’s degree in Law, plus admission to the Bar of (or diploma to practice law in) a member country; or a first university degree plus a relevant combination of academic qualification in law e.g. Juris Doctor (JD) plus admission to the Bar of (or diploma to practice law in) a member country;
* Preferably a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience, preferably with an international organization or established law firm with proven administrative experience;
* Competence in Administrative Law and International Law;
* Competence in the use of standard software applications;
* Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French with good working knowledge of the other language.

Chief Legal Counsel – Finance

Position title: Chief Legal Counsel – Finance
Grade: PL-3
Position N°: 5119
Job Reference: ADB/09/124

Objectives
Duties and responsibilities

* The Chief Legal Counsel is the team leader of the Finance Section, and assists the Division Manager in coordinating and supervising the work of the section; she/he may be requested to deputise in the absence of the Division Manager. She/he will:
* Prepare all necessary documentation for the Bank’s borrowings in the international capital and money markets;
* Review, update and recommend for approval standard documentation, in accordance with market and industry practice, for use in derivative transactions;
* Negotiate with investment banking and corporate legal specialists to structure documentation for the Bank’s debt issues;
* Review, revise and recommend for approval global clearing, custody, execution and repurchase agreements to facilitate the Bank’s investment and risk management;
* Prepare draft, contracts for use and procurement of consulting and professional services, as well as intellectual, technical and other products;
* Propose and design appropriate amendments to the Bank Agreement and other governing instruments, such as the financial regulations;
* Provide legal advice and assistance through the Division Manager to the Bank and its operating organs on all matters of finance, investments and reporting obligations to internal and external authorities;
* Assist the Division Manager in the selection of local counsel to represent the interests of the Bank;
* At the request of the Division Manager or in his absence, participate in meetings with Vice President, Finance and with Directors in the Finance complex on finance issues in the Bank;
* Prepare draft Legal Opinions for approval by Supervisors on Management proposals for the Bank’s Financial Operations.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

* At least a Master’s degree in Law, plus admission to the Bar of (or diploma to practice law in) a member country; or a first university degree plus a relevant combination of academic qualification in Law (e.g. Juris Doctor (JD) plus admission to the Bar of (or diploma to practice law in) a member country;
* Preferably a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience, preferably with an established law firm, international organisation or financial institution with proven administrative experience;
* Competence in Finance Law and International Law;
* Competence in the use of standard software applications;
* Ability to communicate and write effectively in French and/or English, with good working knowledge of the other language.

APPLICATION
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit (preferably electronically, to: [email protected]) a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PHF (also available from the Bank’s web site), and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth and nationality.

The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.

The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing Date for Application is 10th September 2009

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The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group’s mission is to help reduce poverty, improve living conditions for Africans and mobilize resources for the continent’s economic and social development. With this objective in mind, the institution aims at assisting African countries – individually and collectively – in their efforts to achieve sustainable economic development and social progress. Combating poverty is at the heart of the continent’s efforts to attain sustainable economic growth. To this end, the Bank seeks to stimulate and mobilize internal and external resources to promote investments as well as provide its regional member countries with technical and financial assistance.

African Development Bank (AFDB) is recruiting for Senior Procurement/Contract Assistant

Position title: Senior Procurement/Contract Assistant
Grade: GS-8
Position N°: 0652 & 0661
Reference: ADB/09/118

Objectives
Duties and responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Procurement Section Head, the Senior Procurement/Contract Assistant’s main duties and responsibilities will be:

1. Process Purchase Requisitions related to procurement of goods, services and works.

* Receive and review requisitions for clarity, adequacy of specifications, completeness, obtain additional information considered necessary and liaise with the User Departments and, if necessary, confirm that the requisite budgetary resources exist.
* Group the requests into homogenous product categories and identify the supply sources, using the list of approved suppliers, and determine the most appropriate procurement method.
* When necessary, propose alternative solutions.

2. Process and issue bids and requests for proposals (tender documents).

* Originate tender documents for approval and signature.
* Assist User Departments in elaborating Terms of Reference/Specifications.
* Launch tenders based on a short list of suppliers and through advertisement in newspapers.
* Contact suppliers and dispatch the bid documents.
* Lead the execution of the procurement process, including pre-bidding conference, issue of amendments to bid documents, response to clarifications, etc.
* Provide secretarial services for the bids opening sessions.

3. Participate in bid/proposal evaluation process.

* Verify consistency of quotations with the technical specifications specified in the tender document.
* Prepare comparative tables of quotations submitted by suppliers.
* In the case of request for proposals, propose the technical evaluation committee.
* As a member of the Technical Evaluation Committee, analyze proposals received and prepare evaluation reports for the Technical Evaluation Committee’s approval.
* Prepare recommendations for the final selection of the supplier and recommend award.
* Prepare note to the Purchasing Committee, where necessary.

4. Originate procurement and contracting documents, internal and external correspondence related to
procurement and contracting, such as:

* Purchase Orders and Contracts
* Request for clarifications regarding Terms of Reference/Specifications
* Amendments to tender documents and/or contracts
* Notification of award and regret letters
* Response to complaints
* Documents related to performance evaluation of suppliers
* Documents related to procurement reviews and audits

5. Administer contracts; liaise with User Departments and with suppliers to monitor performance, to ensure compliance and to resolve any eventual disputes.

6. Prepare regular progress reports on procurement and/or contracting activities and answer questions concerning procurement and contracting.

7. Schedule and attend meetings with user departments to discuss procedural or policy issues and resolve procurement problems; assemble and process documents for and take minutes at informal meetings.

8. Provide support to the planning activities of the procurement function and preparing relevant statistics.

*THESE POSITIONS DO NOT ATTRACT INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

* Education: Minimum of a Bachelors Degree or its equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Economics, Law, Finance, Business Administration, or other related disciplines.
* Experience: Preferably a minimum of 5 years of relevant practical working experience. Experience in the administration of procurement of goods, works and services in public institution are an advantage.
* Computer Skills: Fully proficient computer skills and use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint). Requisite knowledge of SAP or equivalent ERP system.
* Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French, with a working knowledge of the other language.
* Professionalism: Good understanding of public procurement principles and their effective application in carrying the duties of the position. Ability to demonstrate considerable initiative. Effective problem solving skills. Detailed oriented. Very good analytical skills. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to prioritize own work program and to deliver assignments in a timely and efficient manner. Excellent client orientation.
* Teamwork: Very good interpersonal skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multicultural environment. Good team player.

APPLICATION
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit (preferably electronically, to: [email protected]) a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PHF (also available from the Bank’s web site), and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth and nationality.

The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.

The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing Date for Application is 10th September 2009

The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group’s mission is to help reduce poverty, improve living conditions for Africans and mobilize resources for the continent’s economic and social development. With this objective in mind, the institution aims at assisting African countries –
individually and collectively – in their efforts to achieve sustainable economic development and social progress. Combating poverty is at the heart of the continent’s efforts to attain sustainable economic growth. To this end, the Bank seeks to stimulate and mobilize internal and external resources to promote investments as well as provide its regional member countries with technical and financial assistance.

African Development Bank (AFDB) is recruiting for Principal Agricultural Economist

-Position title: Principal Agricultural Economist
-Grade: PL-4
-Position N°: NA
-Reference: ADB/09/121

Objectives
Duties and responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Division Manager, OSAN.1 and working in collaboration with Task Managers, the incumbent will contribute technical inputs to Bank Group’s operational activities relating to agriculture and rural development, through the review of the technical design and institutional arrangements for agricultural projects/programmes in general and water resources management projects in particular, proposed for Bank’s funding and assessing their feasibility from the perspective of present and future benefits impact by:

* Undertake personally and leading, as required, field missions to identify, prepare, appraise and/or supervise project implementation and follow-up on Bank-financed sector studies, monitor projects’ procurement and disbursement and reporting systems to ensure that these are consistent with Bank’s rules of procedures;
* Participate in strategy and sector policy development;
* Participate in, and lead, as required, agricultural sector reviews, agricultural and rural development projects formulation, mid-term reviews and project completion missions and processing;
* Participate in appraisal and processing of agricultural and rural development projects and Terms of Reference (TOR) of studies proposed for Bank Group financing;
* Contribute technical inputs in the preparation of country strategy papers and portfolio reviews, with particular reference to the agriculture and rural development sector;
* Review procurement documents from regional member countries in line with the Bank’s Group’s procurement procedures and make proposals for action by the Bank and executing agencies;
* Review project feasibility studies and progress reports and make proposals for action by the Bank and executing agencies;
* Provide technical advice to the Bank’s Disbursement Division on the eligibility of project expenses;
* Prepare terms of reference and select consultants for missions and supervise technical aspects of their work;
* Represent the Bank in coordination meetings with other institutions; and
* Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Division Manager or by Senior Management.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

* At least a Master’s degree or equivalent in Agriculture with a major in Agricultural Economics, or Development Economics;
* Preferably a minimum of six (6) years of relevant and broad professional experience in project formulation, preparation, appraisal and management, with broad interest in water resources management issues;
* Ability to apply innovative approaches; ability to work in team, analyze and summarize; good interpersonal, communication and project management skills; demonstrated attention to details, good result and client service orientation;
* Good leadership abilities; committed to the development in the continent; ability to apply innovative approaches and to modify work methods while remaining efficient in changing work conditions;
* Good mastery of standard computer applications (Microsoft office package) with knowledge of COSTAB and SAP as a plus; Strong ability to undertake financial, economic and cost-effective analysis of projects and programmes
* Ability to communicate and write effectively in English or French with good working knowledge of the other language.

APPLICATION
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit (preferably electronically, to: [email protected]) a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PHF (also available from the Bank’s web site), and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth and nationality.

The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.

The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing Date for Application is 30th August 2009

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