financial management policies, rules guidelines, manuals and statistics. It maintains the Bank’s database for consultants. It is also expected to engage in analytical and diagnostic work, in respect of procurement and financial management on the continent, to review procurement and financial management capacities in the regional member countries and to suggest measures for capacity improvement. The Department is further mandated to provide training to Borrowers and to Bank staff on procurement and financial management issues. Finally, it is also required to review the responses and actions proposed by Bank staff with respect to complaints made by dissatisfied Consultants, Contractors and Suppliers, as well as Borrowers and other clients, as regards procurement under Bank Group funded projects, and to give objective and unbiased advice to the Procurement Review Committee.

• Legal, policy and fiduciary aspects of Procurement and Financial Management in the overall projects portfolio, and
• Legal support and sound management of the portfolio in the area of procurement and financial management. The Chief Legal Counsel (CLC) will supervise and provide guidance on the legal implications of procurement activities to ensure that these are undertaken under Bank Group-financed projects and programmes, within the framework of the Bank’s policies and guidelines. The CLC will have the responsibility for ensuring consistency with national and international Laws and Bank Group policies of procurement interventions in the Bank’s Portfolio.

• Assist other staff involved in policy work in the preparation and revision of guidelines, standard bidding documents, and related materials;
• Participate in, reviews and clears Country Procurement Assessment Reports (CPARs), CFAA and other ESW work for legal sufficiency and assists Borrowers in reforming their procurement systems;
• Review and prepare replies to procurement complaints submitted on legal grounds;
• Deliver or participate in legal procurement training to Bank staff (departmental and Bank-wide) and capacity building activities intended for client countries; design teaching modules; and conduct workshops on current issues.
• Provide timely on-line support to all members of the Procurement Network
• Support the professional activities of the Procurement Review Committee and serves as secretary to the PRC;
• Clear Terms of Reference and selection of legal consultants for all procurement and Financial Management related legal assignments financed by the Bank;
• Represents the Bank at international conferences and specialized expert groups on legal procurement issues (e.g; UNCITRAL)
• Represent the Department on issues in collaboration with GECL and OAGL such as reviewing allegations of fraud and corruption.
• Deliver presentations inside and outside the Bank to professional and business groups in order to broadly disseminate the Banks legal rules, policies and best practices in the field of public procurement.
• Interact frequently with counterparts in various client and/or partner entities (e.g. Procurement Staff and Sector Board and Management), and ensures coordination and consistency between the ORPF and GECL on procurement matters.

• At least a Master’s degree in Law, with a major in a relevant discipline. Any additional qualifications in procurement related areas such as Engineering, Architecture, Procurement, Management, Commerce or related field will be an added factor.
• At least 7 years of relevant and progressive experience in the formulation and implementation of procurement-legal policies, programmes and projects in African or other developing countries.
• Good leadership qualities to ensure quality/compliance of the policies and procedures relating to procurement as well as rigorous analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability as regards working harmoniously in a multidisciplinary team, in exercising good judgment in decision making and in the management of relations with operations staff and procurement specialists as well as good time management and networking skills. The level and quality of these skills will be a determinant factor in the selection, and references will be given serious consideration.
• Extensive experience on Bank’s institutional rules and regulations, including operational policies is desirable.
• Proven familiarity with and experience in the practice of the legal aspects of the procurement of goods and works and the acquisition of consultancy services under donor funding conditions is also desirable.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, MS Projects and PowerPoint); knowledge of SAP desirable.
• Ability to communicate and write effectively in French and/or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.

• Submitted by: Benson M. MAINA, Ag. Division Manager CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina ARCHER-DAVIES, Director, CHRM

•    Position title: PPP Expert•    Grade: PL4
•    Position N°: 2
•    Reference: ADB/10/TA001
•    Closing date: 30/04/2010

Objectives
One of the African Development Bank (AfDB) objectives is to support the development of
infrastructure through public-private partnerships (PPP) to make African economies more attractive to potential investors and assure sustainable access for all to essential basic services. Infrastructure within the Bank (Public and Private sectors) cuts across the power, transport, water, ICT and Oil & Gas sectors.
The specific objective related to infrastructure development is to build competitive physical and social infrastructures by promoting a PPP approach in developing broader financing options, supporting training for business skills and brokering PPPs for basic services.
The Infrastructure Finance Division of the Private Sector Department (OPSM.3) is dedicated to the identification, execution and promotion of Energy, Transport, ICT and Water projects. The division seeks to continuously pursue creative financing solutions geared for the African market, including fostering of PPP initiatives and building related expertise on the continent.
Duties and responsibilities
The PPP expert shall follow up the development and implementation of the already identified projects in partnership with private sector investment officers and the Bank’s public sector departments. In addition he/she will be required to assist staff in applying PPP best practice approaches in all their activities and at all stages of identified projects, clearly articulating the inherent issues and policies in each sector. The main tasks to be undertaken by the PPP expert in this respect, include, but are not limited to, the following:
•    Strengthen the internal capacity of the Bank, in particular ensuring better synergy among its public and private sector operations departments.
•    Develop integrated programs, building on existing internal competencies to assist Regional Member Countries (RMCs) to develop integrated infrastructure investment programs.
•    Assist the Private Sector Department experts and staff to strengthen their technical skills to identify, prepare, appraise, implement and supervise PPP projects.
•    Develop guidelines, procedures and criteria to be used for appraising PPP projects taking due consideration of the particulars of the African Infrastructure Sector.
•    Provide advice in the formulation of strategies, policies, procedures and programs relating to PPPs in coordination with other experts of the Bank like Lead specialists positioned in other departments in line with the strategic framework and action plan to be finalized during year 2008 under the umbrella of the PPP Task Force.
•    Assist in the preparation of periodic reports on PPP projects.
•    Enhance the marketing of the Bank’s experience, results and strengths in international or regional areas, e.g., preparation of case studies, etc.
•    Together with Private Sector Department as well as Public sector Infrastructure Department experts and staff, identify potentially promising PPP projects for which utilization of funds from bilateral donors (and specifically the Funds earmarked in the Dutch Trust Fund) for technical assistance to preparatory work is the most pertinent for generating and securing opportunities for the Bank to support and invest in PPP projects.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience
•    Master degree in at least one of the following fields: Business Administration, Engineering, Law and other related fields.
•    At least 6 years of extensive experience related to infrastructure PPPs and infrastructure development, preferably in developing countries, including the development of policy, legal, and institutional frameworks as well as the financial and technical aspects of projects.
•    Good understanding of policy and regulatory issues around PPP development in developing countries.
•    Good knowledge of private sector participation in public services provision in developing countries.
•    Good knowledge of inclusive PPP regulation and decentralization legislation in developing countries.
•    An excellent knowledge of project marketing (to prospective PPP participants).
•    Proven ability to operate effectively in a multicultural team environment.
•    Demonstrated strong analytical and communication (verbal and writing) skills.
•    Fluency in English and/or French, preferably with a good working knowledge of the other; Arabic and Portuguese also useful.
•    Familiarity with the policies and procedures of multilateral and bilateral institutions.
•    Competence in the use of standard computer applications (e.g., MS Office)

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•    Submitted by: Benson MAINA, Acting Division Manager, CHRM.1
•    Approved by: Gemina ARCHER-DAVIES, Officer In Charge, CHRM

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: ) a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), 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.
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Division Manager – CLSD1

Position title: Division Manager – CLSD1
Grade: PL-2
Position N°: NA
Reference: ADB/09/161
Closing date: 06/02/2010

Objectives
Ensure quality translation of major Bank documents from French to English.
Analyze the flow of documents submitted to translation and decide on need for outsourcing.

Revise all documents meant for publication and bring them to the level of quality required.
Analyze and evaluate strategic choices and make relevant recommendations on the dissemination of the use of English within the Bank group.
Continually review and implement practical guidelines and procedures for the efficient delivery of language services.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the general supervision of CLSD Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Manage a division which provides translation and translation-related services from French to English.
Plan, organize and coordinate all operational translation activities in the division.
Ensure that the division produces a high-quality output within available resources, by making the best use of its human, financial and technological assets, and by monitoring and enforcing efficiency targets.
Advise senior management of the budgetary and financial impacts of the division’s operations.
Promote the sharing of the best practices across the translation and editorial areas.
Advise the director and senior management on translation-related issues and policies,
Monitor best practices in the industry and, as appropriate, liaises with counterparts in other organizations.
Perform translation and revision when appropriate.
Represent the division as needed in bank-wide working groups.
Lead, manage and supervise the work of staff in the division,
Assess their training, needs, monitor and evaluate their performance, and recommend personnel actions to the Director.
Perform any other duties pertinent to the work of CLSD.1, assigned by the Director or senior management.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

At least a Master’s degree or equivalent in language translation;
Preferably a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant working experience in a similar organisation;
Proven experience in managing and supervising successfully a team with a high volume of work and very short deadline requirements.
Strong managerial, interpersonal and communication skills; strong negotiating skills; ability to think strategically;
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize work program, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
Ability  to manage expectations both internally and externally;
Ability to gain the confidence of senior management in delivering an efficient and effective service within agreed time and cost constraints;
Ability to take responsibility for the financial and staffing aspects of operational management and service delivery;
Ability to work effectively with other technical and management professionals of diverse occupational and cultural backgrounds in a cooperative, team environment;
Ability to communicate effectively in English and/or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language;
Show skills in the use of the Bank’s standard software: Microsoft office .etc.
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Division Manager – CLSD2

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Position title: Division Manager – CLSD2
Grade: PL-2
Position N°: NA
Reference: ADB/09/160
Publication date: 21/01/2010
Closing date: 06/02/2010

Objectives
Ensure quality translation of major Bank documents from English into French.

Analyze the flow of documents submitted to translation and decide on need for outsourcing.
Revise all documents meant for publication and bring them to the level of quality required.
Analyze and evaluate strategic choices and make relevant recommendations on the dissemination of the use of French within the Bank group.
Continually review and implement practical guidelines and procedures for the efficient delivery of language services.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the general supervision of CLSD Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Manage a division which provides translation and translation-related services from English into French.
Plan, organize and coordinate all operational translation activities in the division.
Ensure that the division produces a high-quality output within available resources, by making the best use of its human, financial and technological assets, and by monitoring and enforcing efficiency targets.
Advise senior management of the budgetary and financial impacts of the division’s operations.
Promote the sharing of the best practices across the translation and editorial areas.
Advise the director and senior management on translation-related issues and policies,
Monitor best practices in the industry and, as appropriate, liaises with counterparts in other organizations.
Perform translation and revision when appropriate.
Represent the division as needed in bank-wide working groups.
Lead, manage and supervise the work of staff in the division.
Assess their training, needs, monitor and evaluate their performance, and recommend personnel actions to the Director.
Perform any other duties pertinent to the work of CLSD.2, assigned by the Director or senior management.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

At least a Master’s degree or equivalent in language translation;
Preferably a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant working experience in a similar organisation;
Proven experience in managing and supervising successfully a team with a high volume of work and very short deadline requirements.
Strong managerial, interpersonal and communication skills; strong negotiating skills; ability to think strategically;
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize work program, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
Ability  to manage expectations both internally and externally;
Ability to gain the confidence of senior management in delivering an efficient and effective service within agreed time and cost constraints;
Ability to take responsibility for the financial and staffing aspects of operational management and service delivery;
Ability to work effectively with other technical and management professionals of diverse occupational and cultural backgrounds in a cooperative, team environment;
Ability to communicate effectively in French and/or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language;
Show skills in the use of the Bank’s standard software: Microsoft office .etc.
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Position title: Division Manager – CLSD3
Grade: PL-2
Position N°: NA
Reference: ADB/09/169
Publication date: 21/01/2010
Closing date: 06/02/2010

Objectives
Draft policies, rules and standards to govern interpretation bank wide.
Provide quality interpretation at all meetings and events organized by the Bank at Headquarters or abroad, or
at other events to which the Bank is party.
Analyze meeting interpretation requests and decide on need for outsourcing.
Analyze and evaluate strategic choices and make relevant recommendations on the dissemination of the use of English and French within the Bank Group.
Continually review and implement practical guidelines and procedures for the efficient delivery of interpretation services.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the general supervision of CLSD Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Manage a division which provides interpretation and interpretation -related services from and into  the working languages of the Bank;
Plan, organize and coordinate all operational interpretation activities in the division.
Lead, manage and supervise the work of staff in the division ,
Assess training needs of staff in the Division and free-lance interpreters offering their services to the Bank monitor and evaluate their performance, and recommends personal actions to the director.
Ensure that the division produces a high-quality output within available resources, by making the best use of its human, financial and technological assets, and by monitoring and enforcing efficiency targets.
Advise senior management of the budgetary and financial impacts of the division’s operations.
Promote the sharing of the best practices across the interpretation area.
Advise the department director on interpretation-related issues and policies,
Participate in the organization of meetings and conferences by assessing interpretation needs and inspecting meeting sites and simultaneous interpretation equipment to determine appropriateness of venue for interpretation purposes and quality of equipment.
Monitor best practices in the industry and, as appropriate, liaises with counterparts in other organizations.
May perform interpretation tasks when appropriate.
May represent the division as needed in bank-wide working groups department.
Lead and supervise the team of interpreters at major events the Bank may have in and outside the Bank’s premises.
Act for the Director and carry out other assignments as entrusted by the Director.
Perform any other duties pertinent to the work of CLSD.3 assigned by the Director or senior management.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

At least a Master’s degree or equivalent in Interpretation;
Preferably a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant working experience in a similar organisation;
Proven experience in managing and supervising successfully a team with a high volume of work and very short deadline requirements.
Strong managerial, interpersonal and communication skills; strong negotiating skills; ability to think strategically;
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize work program, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
Ability  to lead, supervise and develop the team and to delegate work and responsibilities appropriately;
Ability to take responsibility for the financial and staffing aspects of operational management and service delivery;
Ability to communicate effectively in English and French;
Show skills in the use of the Bank’s standard software: Microsoft office .etc.
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Position title: Principal Forensic Investigator
Grade: PL-4
Position N°: NA
Reference: ADB/09/166
Closing date: 31/01/2010

Objectives
The Anti-Corruption and Fraud Investigation Division shall have the overriding mandate to undertake
unhindered investigations into allegation of corruption, fraud and malpractices or suspicions thereof. The Division shall direct and control comprehensive investigations into allegations of fraud, corruptions and other misconduct as defined in the Guidelines for Preventing and Combating Corruption and Fraud in the Bank’s Group Operations as well as other Bank’s pronouncements without regard to the suspect’s position, status and relationship with the Bank. In undertaking investigations, the Division shall maintain the highest standard of professional proficiency and integrity; and, shall be guided by ethos of confidentiality, fairness, equity and due diligence. To achieve its mandate the  Division is directly supervised by the Auditor General and shall be empowered to:

Manage and operate procedures and mechanisms for ensuring confidentiality of the hotline facility, protection of whistleblowers and anonymous reporting of corruption and fraud within the Bank and in activities financed by the Bank in Regional Members Countries (RMCs); Receive, screen and investigate allegations or whistleblowers on fraud, corruption and malpractices or suspicious thereof, in the Bank activities financed by the Bank;
Report regularly to the Office of Auditor-General (OAG) on the allegations received and screened and their investigations status; Undertake risk assessment in relation to Fraud and corruption for the purposes of recommending anti corruption and fraud controls; Conduct fraud and corruption awareness and publicity in RMCs and relevant training of Bank’s employees and external partners;
Monitor the implementation of investigation recommendations and report the status to OAG; Recommend debarment and imposition of sanctions against individuals, firms and companies found to have engaged in corrupt practices.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the General supervision of the Division Manager and the direct supervision of the Chief Investigator, the Principal Investigator Officer will be responsible to conduct Computer Forensic seizure, analyses and technical support. To advise and support Division investigators. To provide technical support on requests coming from inside and from Member countries and other MDBs on fraud and corrupt activities. To contribute to the development and maintenance of forensic environment within the Bank and, on request, of RMCs. The tasks  involve:

Defining, proposing and integrating various technological solutions to enhance IT-based intelligence gathering and preventative measures;
Carrying out computer forensic examinations to be admissible as evidence in tribunal proceedings such as: – capturing and seizing electronic data – analyzing electronic data and computer storage devices, i.e. hard disks, tapes, etc. – tracing computer usage and history from OS logs and application files etc.;
Maintaining the hardware and software in the computer forensic laboratory and keeping abreast with technical developments in digital forensic equipment, software and techniques; Managing and conducting missions to capture and seize electronic data;
Managing and assuring backup of electronic evidence in the forensic laboratory;
Performing tool testing for updated forensic tools against standard forensic data;
Preparing detailed reports of forensic examinations;
Advising  and supporting investigators of the Division and, on request,  RMCs  by providing expertise in computer forensics
Undertaking system and network administration tasks to support the operations of investigators of the Division in a networked environment.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

Minimum of a Masters Degree in MSc in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field. Professional Qualifications in Fraud Examination would be an added advantage. Knowledge in essential aspects of computer security in multi IT areas: database, development, network, operating systems, IT security, specific applications security, etc; Knowledge of Digital Forensic Software, e.g. encase, FTK or Paraben and certification in any computer forensic software will be advantageous.
Preferably six (6) years of relevant post qualification experience, with at least three (3) years of demonstrated IT forensic work.
Excellent communications and presentation skills, both oral and written; proven ability to clearly and concisely prepare, present, discuss and defend issues, findings and recommendations at senior levels and to produce complex and compelling briefs, reports, papers, etc.
Established reputation for integrity, good judgment, fairness and discretion in dealing with staff and external parties
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively in a team/task force as participant or team leader and with senior officials internally and externally; Strong interviewing skills, capacity to influence and win the confidence of difficult witness;
Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French with a good working knowledge of the other language;
Competence in the use of the Bank’s standard software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Position title: Director – Human Development
Grade: EL- 5
Position N°: NA
Reference: ADB/10/01
Closing date: 05/02/2010

Objectives
The Human Development Department (OSHD) of the African Development Bank is responsible for the
promotion of health, education and social protection in Regional Member Countries (RMCs). The department assists RMCs by providing technical and managerial services as well as quality assurance through its analytical work and lending operations related to the health, education, and social protection sectors.

Duties and responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Vice President for Sector Operations (OSVP), the Director of the Human Development Department is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and supervising the activities of the department as well as supervising the department’s staff working at the AfDB offices in RMCs. He/She will also be responsible for the delivery of the agreed strategy and for the overall health, education, and social protection activities of the Bank’s portfolio in these countries. The duties will include the following:

Sector Analysis, Sector Dialogue

Participate in the formulation and/or review, in collaboration with relevant Bank’s departments, of strategies, policies, procedures, guidelines, operational targets and performance indicators for Bank operations regarding health, education, and social protection;
Ensure the overall supervision and full implementation of the Bank’s sector strategies and assistance programs;
Prepare country health, education and social protection profiles (CHESPs), and monitor health, education and social protection activities;
Provide specialist advice to country departments in conducting dialogue on health, education, and social protection; and
Promote sector knowledge building and dissemination in the field of health, education, and social protection within and outside the Bank, including establishing and managing networks relevant to Human Development.
Project Design and Portfolio Management

Responsible for the management of project cycle activities (from identification to completion) in RMCs at the country, regional and multinational levels in the fields of Health, Education and Social Protection; and
Lead and provide guidance to Country Teams with a view to strengthening performance, organize, conduct and provide leadership for health, education and social protection budgetary allocation, and sign agreements on behalf of the Bank Group in these areas. 
Donor coordination and partnerships

Serve as the Bank’s representative at regional and international meetings, conferences and seminars  related to health, education and social protection;
Develop partnerships with relevant international, regional and sub-regional bodies in the areas of health, education and social protection for resource mobilization, technical cooperation and knowledge building;
Contribute to the formulation and development of new approaches, strategies, polices, procedures, guidelines and standards for the Bank;
Promote knowledge building and dissemination, and encourage the participation of health and education experts, and socio-economists, in relevant networks. 
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

A minimum of a Master’s degree in Education, Public Health, Public Administration,  Social Sciences or any other relevant discipline;
A minimum of 10 years of extensive experience in country program operations in an international organisation, 5 years of which must be at the management level. A solid knowledge and grasp of socio-economic and development issues in Africa;
Strategic mindset; strong capacity to analyse actions from the perspectives of stakeholders and translate strategic thinking into compelling plan of action;
Demonstrated ability to take prudent business risks and make effective, timely and well-determined decisions;
Evidence of ability to build and lead motivated and committed teams across functional boundaries, and utilize talent and expertise of team member in a productive way;
Demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas, a good listener, and culturally sensitive, commitment to diversity, with the capacity to initiate and manage innovations and change;
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 Bank;   
Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint); and
Excellent written and verbal communication in English and/or French with a working knowledge of the other.
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Objectives
The role of the Gender Climate Change and Sustainable Development Unit (OSUS) is to support the mainstreaming of gender, climate change and sustainable development concerns into sector operations.   In this regard, the unit will assist operations by providing central advice, guidance, evaluation and lessons learnt,
participating in policy and program development as well as project review and implementation.  To guide the mainstreaming of gender, OSUS in collaboration with other departments developed the Updated Gender Plan of Action (2009-2011).  The Unit reports directly to the Vice President of Sector Operations (OSVP).

Duties and responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Unit Head, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:  

Advise management and staff on strategies and operational issues for scaling up the gender mainstreaming into Bank operations;
Develop close collaboration with other relevant Sectors, Departments and Units in areas relevant to implementing the Bank’s Gender Policy and the Updated Gender Plan of Action (2009-2011) and monitor progress and report regularly to senior management;
Promote the importance of advancing the agenda of gender equality and women’s empowerment as a means for poverty reduction and promoting shared growth and advocate for enhanced gender mainstreaming by promoting sector knowledge building, publishing and disseminating relevant technical documents and leading and participating in networks on gender within and outside the Bank;
Lead the development of policies, action plans and operational tools for enhancing gender mainstreaming into Bank operations in collaboration with relevant departments;
Provide gender analytical and economic sector works in areas relevant to the Bank
Facilitate building the institutional capacity of the Bank and RMCs through the development of technical tools and training;
Coordinate with the Operations Committee (Ops com) to ensure all Bank project documents are in compliance with the gender equality policy of the Bank and have mainstreamed a gender perspective into the project design;
Lead the development of gender monitoring framework for monitoring progress of Bank achievements in gender equality and women’s empowerment in its lending and non-lending operations.  In this regard, the incumbent will coordinate with the sector departments, regional and country departments, Bank’s Performance Group, the Department for Quality and Results (ORQR) and other relevant units;
Lead the support and sensitization of member states to formulate gender responsive policies and action plans and identify possible areas of cooperation between the Bank, member states and other relevant development partners and donor agencies;
Enhance the visibility of Bank achievements in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment through assessment of Bank projects and participation at key regional and international forums.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

A minimum of a Master’s degree or its university equivalent in Economics and Social Sciences or a related discipline;
Preferably a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience working in multilateral development institution or reputable development organization;
Have a sound knowledge of gender and socio-economic development issues in  Africa;
Proven leadership and team leading skills oriented to achieving results and ability to work in multi-cultural environment;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French, with a working knowledge of the other language;
Ability to present ideas and to mobilize support around them; excellent listening skills ;
Sound knowledge of the Bank’s operations, project cycle and project approval process;
Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
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Division Manager of French Translation

Position title: Division Manager of French Translation
Grade: PL-2
Position N°: NA
Reference: ADB/09/160
Closing date: 15/12/2009

Objectives
Ensure quality translation of major Bank documents from English into French.
Analyze the flow of documents submitted to translation and decide on need for outsourcing.

Revise all documents meant for publication and bring them to the level of quality required.
Analyze and evaluate strategic choices and make relevant recommendations on the dissemination of the use of French within the Bank group.
Continually review and implement practical guidelines and procedures for the efficient delivery of language services.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the general supervision of CLSD Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Manage a division which provides translation and translation-related services from English into French.
Plan, organize and coordinate all operational translation activities in the division.
Ensure that the division produces a high-quality output within available resources, by making the best use of its human, financial and technological assets, and by monitoring and enforcing efficiency targets.
Advise senior management of the budgetary and financial impacts of the division’s operations.
Promote the sharing of the best practices across the translation and editorial areas.
Advise the director and senior management on translation-related issues and policies,
Monitor best practices in the industry and, as appropriate, liaises with counterparts in other organizations.
Perform translation and revision when appropriate.
Represent the division as needed in bank-wide working groups.
Lead, manage and supervise the work of staff in the division.
Assess their training, needs, monitor and evaluate their performance, and recommend personnel actions to the Director.
Perform any other duties pertinent to the work of CLSD.2, assigned by the Director or senior management.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

At least a Master’s degree or equivalent in language translation;
Preferably a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant working experience in a similar organisation;
Proven experience in managing and supervising successfully a team with a high volume of work and very short deadline requirements.
Strong managerial, interpersonal and communication skills; strong negotiating skills; ability to think strategically;
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize work program, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
Ability  to manage expectations both internally and externally;
Ability to gain the confidence of senior management in delivering an efficient and effective service within agreed time and cost constraints;
Ability to take responsibility for the financial and staffing aspects of operational management and service delivery;
Ability to work effectively with other technical and management professionals of diverse occupational and cultural backgrounds in a cooperative, team environment;
Ability to communicate effectively in French and/or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language;
Show skills in the use of the Bank’s standard software: Microsoft office .etc.

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), 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.

Senior Telecom Engineer

Position title: Senior Telecom Engineer
Grade: PL-5
Position N°: NA
Reference: ADB/09/093
Closing date: 15/12/2009
Objectives

The principal activities of the LAN, Telecommunications and User Support Division are to ensure that the
computer and telecommunication systems of the Bank fit the needs of the Institution and function in an efficient and cost effective manner, and that the user community is equipped and trained with the appropriate standard tools.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Division Manager, the incumbent will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

Provide technical expertise and direct assistance for configuration management with emphasis on telephone technologies to support the development and deployment of the Bank’s information systems.
Participate in oversight of the technical administration and management of all mission critical voice communications systems and services of the Bank.
Provide assistance in strategy and planning, implementation and upgrades, capacity planning, operation, and trouble-shooting and resolution coordination of any issues regarding these systems.
Ensure that telecommunications equipment and services are maintained and continue to operate according to service level agreements, both with vendors and the Bank’s client.
Manage the Bank Private Automatic Board Exchanges (PABX) and ensure that equipment functions correctly and that information is safeguarded.
Assist with the migration of the Bank’s telephony infrastructure to an IP-based platform (the Integrated Communications Platform – ICP project), including implementation, integration, training and roll-out of endpoints
Oversee the backup of Bank call record and billing information as well as the information transfer between the PBX and automated information systems.
Coordinate the connection/disconnections as well as transfer, maintenance and repairs of phone, fax and telex machine including services with the local telephone companies and users.
Completes the evaluation of hardware and software for adoption within the Bank’s computing environments, providing technical expertise with emphasis on telecommunications technologies.
Represent the ADS in corporate and inter-agency forums related to configuration management activities, with emphasis on telecommunications technologies e.g., AGIP seminars etc.
Provide leadership for corporate teams assembled to deal with telecommunications problems of common concern or to find ways of avoiding such problems; to determine ways of improving service to corporate and other established offices.
Translate user requirements into specifications and standards for inclusion in procurement contracts and in evaluating equipment and software proposed for inclusion in contracts; advise the Corporate Computer Security Officer in dealing with issues of electronic security for computing systems.
Lead and provide guidance in the design, development and maintenance of administrative procedures to ensure an efficient delivery of Bank’s programs and services;
Ensure that these functions are carried out professionally and in a manner supportive of a safe and healthy working environment, and exercise safety precautions when exposed to dangerous objects, chemicals, extreme temperatures, etc.
Work within a team concept to develop and implement ways to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of the products and/or services provided to internal and external customers.
Perform any other duties pertinent to the work of CIMM.2, assigned by the Division Manager or the Director.
Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

At least a Master’s degree or equivalent in Electronics, Computer science, Telecommunications and Information technology or relevant discipline;
Preferably a minimum of five (5) years of relevant working experience;
Mastery of telecommunications, including equipment and software and the relationship of such equipment and software to ADB computing platforms and information systems;
Mastery of established telecommunications procedures and protocols and the interfacing of these with private sector procedures and protocols;
Working experience with IP-PBX and Voice over IP systems; Working knowledge of telephone security requirements and procedures;
Good experience of VSAT and videoconference Bridging System;
Skill in effectively translating complex technical concepts into language that can be understood by a wide range of employees who are not telecommunications professionals.
Ability to defend decisions and good negotiations skills; ability to work independently and effectively with other technical and management professionals of diverse occupational and cultural backgrounds in a cooperative, team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively in English and/or French or a good working knowledge of the other language;
Skills in use of the Bank’s standard software: Microsoft office, etc., SAP or SUMMIT knowledge an advantage.
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Submitted by: Benson MAINA, Ag. Division Manager, CHRM.1
Approved by: Daniel J. TYTIUN. Director, CHRM
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), 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.
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