African Development Bank Group Recruitment 2023(9 Positions) Application Form Portal | www.afdb.org/en/about-careers/current-vacancies

Competencies (Skills, Experience, and Knowledge)

• Hold at least a Bachelor’s / Licence Degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, or in a related discipline such as Audiovisual. Additional training in Technology, Conference and Meeting Infrastructure would be a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the field of information technology as well as a good command of communication tools such as ZOOM and TEAMS
• Ability to provide technical assistance to users.
• Knowledge of tools such as VMix, SDI or equivalent will be a plus.
• Proof of citizenship or evidence of permanent residency or work authorization in the proposed country of employment.
• Experience in ensuring technological watch in terms of technology and infrastructure for conferences and meetings: Bosch Dicentis, Polycom, Corio Matrix, etc.
• Client orientation, detailed-oriented, result-oriented, rigorous, accountability
• Ability to work under pressure and in timely manner.
• Ability to communicate and write in French or English with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in the use of the Bank’s standard software (MS Office package).
• Knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
7th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• Hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Administration or a related field;
• Have a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience including three (3) years in the areas of project management, the development of work programs and budgets, and information management.
• Proof of citizenship or evidence of permanent residency or work authorization in the proposed country of employment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to diplomatically interact with government and staff at all levels.
• Have effective analytical, data analysis, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Have a recognized ability to exercise good judgment in interpersonal relations at all levels, and in the handling of confidential information.
• Excellent organizational, administrative and time management skills.
• Previous experience with multilateral/bilateral development organizations is an advantage.
• Good written and oral skills in French or English with a good working knowledge of the other language
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access). Knowledge of SAP and/or other integrated document management systems is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
7th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge):

• Hold a minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Accounting, Law, Political Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience at a similar position.
• Experience in professional editing, drafting legal or policy documents, etc.
• Good knowledge of administration and office support services, including systems and procedures;.
• Good coordination skills – methodical and self-organized;
• Demonstrable commitment to delivering excellent customer service focused reception and administration service;
• Proficiency /good written and oral skills in English and/or French languages.
• Good interpersonal, planning and organizational skills;
• Flexibility to adapt, positive attitude towards change, and a constructive and creative approach to problem solving;
• Proficiency in the use of standard equipment (computer, fax, scanner, photocopies, etc.);
• Communication;
• Problem Solving;
• Client Orientation;
• Team working;
• Operational Effectiveness;
• Innovation and Creativity;
• Attention to detail;
• Good analytical skills.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). Knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Competencies (Skills, Experience & Knowledge)

• At least a Master’s Degree in Economics, Finance, Law, Social Sciences or related fields.
• At least ten (10) years of relevant professional experience in management within the Bank or a similar development institution, in Government services or the private sector.
• In-depth knowledge of international relations and resource mobilization issues and policies. A sound understanding of the Bank’s mission, strategic priorities and objectives.
• Experience in policy advisory work, resource mobilization or state level negotiations at a senior level.
• Demonstrated track record of working effectively across institutional boundaries and resolving differences by determining needs and forging solutions that benefit all parties.
• Ability to make technical recommendations with excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to investigate and analyse information and draw conclusions.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures within areas of expertise or specialisation.
• Knowledge and understanding of institutional policies and procedures and the regulatory environment within which they operate.
• Knowledge of the strategic goals, objectives, structure and operations of the Bank.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across institutional boundaries with various teams
• Ability to collaborate with a highly diverse Board of Directors and Senior Management teams and responsive to needs of multiple stakeholders, with excellent negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of scheduling, planning and coordinating of interrelated activities within the Complex.
• Polyvalent experience for coordinating various sectors covered by the President.
• Ability to analyse complex information and understanding multi-sector work.
• Ability to think strategically and to timely offer advice on operational matters.
• Strong conceptual and analytic skills in pro-actively identifying substantive issues and assessing their impact in terms of short- and long-term consequences to Bank.
• Leadership – Knowledge resources and Analytical Power.
• Strategic influencing, negotiation and convening skills.
• Tact and diplomacy.
• Effective communication skills.
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Social Intelligence (SQ).
• Practical creativity and entrepreneurial drive.
• Ability to work in teams, foster team spirit and a sense of commitment in stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate and write effectively in English or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in the use Microsoft Office and other standard software used in the bank such as Word, Excel, Access and Power Point, and other Bank integrated document management system.

Application Closing Date
27th September, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified as international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.

Responsibilities 
The Fellow will also have the following responsibilities:

• Design, develop and help implement innovative approaches to various strategic issues of importance to the Bank’s mission and objectives, based on international best practice.
• Undertake research and analysis of existing and emerging strategy, program and policy areas relevant for the Bank, as required.
• Assist with the monitoring and analysis of the implementation of various Bank Group initiatives as well as the regular work program, and prepare briefs, memos and other documentation that convey in non-technical terms the likely impact;
• Participate in high-level discussions and contribute to the preparation of the President’s meetings and missions; and
• Carry out any other assigned duties by relevant senior staff in the President’s office.

Selection Criteria (Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience)

• The priority for the selection of the 2024 Mo Ibrahim Fellow is the Bank’s High 5 areas (lighting up and powering Africa; Feeding Africa; Industrializing Africa; Integrating Africa and Improving the quality of life for the people of Africa).
• The key competencies are top-notch professional experience in private sector and strong policy analytical skills at all levels and ability to run models.
• The Fellowship is for young professionals, mid-career or/and new executives.

The Fellow Must:

• Be a national of an African country, residing anywhere in the world;
• Not be an active, non-active, retired, or separated staff member of the Bank;
• Not have close family relations with an active or non-active staff member, such as mother, father, sister and brother;
• Government officials, active military personnel and political party leaders are not eligible;
• Age limit is forty (40) years for men and women and forty-five (45) years for women with children;
• Have outstanding academic credentials backed by a minimum of a Master’s Degree from a recognized institution in Banking, Business, Economics or other Social Sciences, Finance, International Development, or in any other discipline relevant to the Bank’s business;
• Have relevant and demonstrable work experience, strong communication skills, demonstrated leadership skills, and ability to work with others;
• Have at least 7 (seven) years work experience relevant to the Bank’s activities;
• Demonstrate proven leadership and consultative skills;
• Have experience in strategic planning, project management and execution;
• Have experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures;
• Demonstrate a strong ability to analyze and interpret financial and other data;
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills;
• Demonstrate ability to communicate and interact with officials at all levels of government and to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community;
• Demonstrate ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.

Application Closing Date
20th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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Note

• This position is not a regular position of the African Development Bank.  The contract for this assignment is for a period of one (1) year and is not renewable.  Funding is provided by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation (MIF).
• Should you encounter technical difficulties in submitting your application, please send an email with a precise description of the issue and/or a screenshot showing the problem to: HR Direct HRDirect@AFDB.ORG

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• A Master’s Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance or related discipline.
• Professional qualifications in Accounting, Legal or Banking are a strong advantage.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant progressive experience.
• Demonstrable and extensive track record and professional experience of working either in a bank or financial institution or having worked for a major accounting or consulting firm advising clients on workouts, restructurings, non-performing investments, or loan portfolios.
• Ability to quickly understand the underlying issues and inherent risks of specific project investments under review and advising on the most appropriate course of action and the associated consequences, risks and costs of each action proposed.
• Diverse experience both geographically and sectoral, of investing and divesting across different types and sizes of businesses and projects. International investment and recovery experience is a must. Understanding cultural sensitivities is also key to this role.
• Ability to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of incumbent management teams, making recommendation on how to change or improve teams in investee companies.
• Knowledge and experience in valuation of listed and unlisted equities and ability to assess proposed exit strategies for problem projects. Experience with Private Equity Funds, adding value to investments and/or Project Finance would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and modelling abilities and ability to lead transactions from inception to completion would be an advantage.
• Sound business judgment, with creative problem-solving skills and ability to think laterally in order to solve complex business and financial problems. Ability to build effective client and other relationships (both internally and externally).
• Advanced corporate negotiating and influencing skills in workout, restructuring and investment environments.
• Ability to provide strategic advice to the Bank on emerging financial and development issues, as well as corporate issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communications in English or French, with a working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

Application Closing Date
25th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• Hold at least a Master’s Degree in Economics, Engineering, Development Studies or related disciplines.
• Have a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant professional experience working in operations as a policy analyst or advisor with proven competencies and experience in leading in project management, policy and strategy development and implementation.
• Having private sector experience will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of operations policies, procedures, and review processes of multilateral development banks or other development agencies.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to review lending and non-lending proposals and prepare analytical notes to support senior management decisions.
• Full understanding of core African Development Bank policies, strategies, and priorities.
• Experience serving in a senior management committee secretariat is a plus.
• Ability to write concise, accurate reports reflecting the guidance and comments made at meetings by senior management committee.
• Ability to distil out and focus effectively on key priorities.
• Demonstrated rigor, analytical capacities, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work in English and/or French, with a working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, SAP, PowerPoint, MS Project).

Application Closing Date
25th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• Hold at least a Master’s Degree in Translation or Interpretation or related disciplines.
• Have a minimum of ten (10) years of extensive and progressive experience in a similar organization, five (5) years of which must be at a managerial level.
• Demonstrated ability to take prudent business risks and make effective, timely and well-determined decisions.
• Proven ability to build and lead motivated and committed teams across functional boundaries, and utilize talent and expertise of team members in a productive way.
• Strong managerial, interpersonal and communication skills; strong negotiating skills; ability to think strategically.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize work programs, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to gain the confidence of senior management in delivering an efficient and effective service within agreed time and cost constraints.
• Ability to work effectively with other technical and management professionals of diverse occupational and cultural backgrounds in a cooperative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas; a good listener; high level of integrity, discretion and confidentiality.
• Competence in the use of Microsoft Suite of applications such as Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communications in English and French.

Application Closing Date
13th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.

Competencies (Skills, Experience, and Knowledge)

• Hold at least a Master’s Degree in Law, International Relations, Public Administration, Political Science, Development Studies, Corporate Governance or related fields
• A minimum of six (6) years of relevant professional experience with a thorough understanding of the rules governing the composition and functioning of Multilateral Development Banks’ Boards of Directors and Boards of Governors and their subsidiary organs;
• Capacity to provide intellectual and technical support to members of the Boards of Governors, Boards of Directors, Senior Management, Bank Staff, Consultants and junior Staff under their direct supervision and all those implementing the decisions of the Boards Governors as well as applying the rules, policies and procedures governing the Boards of Governors and Boards of Directors;
• Thorough understanding of the rules governing the composition and functioning of Multilateral;
• Development Banks’ Boards of Directors and Boards of Governors and their subsidiary organs;
• Excellent understanding of the Bank group ‘s policies, strategy and operational issues and Board processes;
• Familiarity with the organization of work and internal procedures of the Boards of Directors and Boards of Governors;
• Ability to meet client needs and achieve results, paying attention to detail (rigour);
• Ability to work quickly and produce recommendations; strong and proven analytical and communication skills;
• Ability to work in a team in a multicultural environment;
• Exercise of balance judgment, proof of discretion, tactfulness and flexibility; and capacity for multi-tasking and excellent interpersonal skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, preferably with a working knowledge of the other;
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point); knowledge of SAP (or other integrated document management system or quantitative and qualitative data analysis packages is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
13th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: This position is classified international status and attracts international terms and conditions of employment.