The position of Senior Economist (Environment) is assigned to the Economic Analysis and Operational Support Division (EREA) within the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI) and will contribute to research and operational support on environment and work closely with operational departments. You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to Director, EREA, in close coordination with Director of the relevant operations department. You will oversee junior team members.
As a Senior Economist (Environment), you will take a lead in the conduct of research work on policy-relevant issues of strategic interest to ADB Management and its developing members. You will contribute substantially to the generation and dissemination of research outputs and publications and provide technical and analytical support to ADB operations. You will contribute to research and operational support on environment and work closely with operations departments.
You will:
Economic Research and Operational Support
Undertake applied research on a variety of environment-related issues (such as natural capital, climate change adaptation, or resilience), with an emphasis on analytical and policy-relevant empirical studies, aligned with the department’s current research priorities which include economic integration; poverty and inequality; digital economy; macro and financial stability; climate change and sustainable development; and skills and the future work.
Lead the design and implementation of research outputs and publications, including ADB’s flagship publications, thematic reports, policy briefs, working papers, and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Lead and coordinate the internal review and provide substantive advice and comments on the economic rationale and quality of economic analysis, in the areas of environment and natural resources, in ADB’s country strategies, programs, projects, and other operational documents.
Provide technical and analytical support in areas of research expertise to ADB operations, including collaborating with ADB operational departments and country offices, reviewing institutional documents, and participating in review meetings and operational missions.
Participate in teams preparing ADB flagship publications and other projects.
Take a lead in the development and delivery of internal and external training programs for ADB staff and government officials.
Project Management
Oversee and carry out the design, implementation, and administration of technical assistance projects for developing member countries (DMCs) on empirically rigorous policy analysis across a broad range of areas.
Knowledge Sharing
Contribute substantially to the dissemination of ADB knowledge outputs and publications.
Support the capacity building work of ERDI by undertaking collaborative research, dissemination, networking, and capacity building activities with specialists across a global network of knowledge institutions and with other ADB knowledge and operations departments.
Lead and contribute to relevant internal and external training and conferences and other activities for advocacy, dissemination, and knowledge building.
Staff Management
Provide leadership and support to reporting staff and ensure the quality of their work.
Manage the performance of teams and individuals, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance and ensure their ongoing learning and development.