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Published on October 18, 2023

African Development Bank Group (AfDB), founded in 1964, is the continent’s principal development agency, fostering economic growth and social improvement. There are 80 member countries, 54 of which are in Africa (Regional Member Countries). The development agenda of the Bank provides financial and technical assistance for transformative initiatives that would considerably decrease poverty via inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

1). Division Manager – Microeconomic, Institutional and Development Impact Division

Position Number: 50092400

Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire

Position Grade: PL2

The Complex

The core mandate of the Vice Presidency (ECVP) is to lead the Bank Group on prioritizing the generation, analysis, dissemination, brokering and implementation of relevant knowledge solutions in all High-5 operational priorities and the cross-cutting themes of its Ten-Year Strategy.
Such solutions must be a clear response to priority development challenges facing regional member countries (RMCs), individually or collectively and need to involve RMCs in both the planning and implementation of the solutions.
The solutions include: (i) research on major development issues facing Africa and their relation to global economic governance and other major global public goods; (ii) country diagnostics and future perspectives; (iii) policy dialogue and advisory services; (iv) economic, sector, and thematic knowledge work; (v) improving national and sub-regional statistical systems; (vi) preparation, design and support to implementation of public financial management and Governance operations; (vii) capacity development for policy formulation and implementation; (viii) technical assistance and advice related to RMCs’ management of natural resources; and (vii) knowledge dissemination and development of national, regional, and inter regional knowledge networks.

Department / Division

The Macroeconomics Policy, Forecasting and Research Department (ECMR) is dedicated to research on major development issues facing Africa and their relation to global economic governance and other major global public goods.
It provides economic research intelligence to support the Bank’s operational effectiveness in the regional member countries through rigorous micro-and macro-economic policy analyses, policy dialogue and technical assistance implemented in collaboration with other Departments in the Economic Governance and Knowledge Management Vice Presidency (ECVP) Complex, and other Sector Complexes of the Bank Group to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Bank in achieving the High 5s.
The activities of the Department are structured around the Macroeconomic Policy, Debt Sustainability and Forecasting on one side, and the Microeconomics, Institutional and Development Impact, on the other.
The Microeconomic, Institutional and Development Impact Division (ECMR.2) focuses on microeconomic research designed to improve the effectiveness of the Bank’s Operations.
The Division leads the Bank’s assessments of development additionalities of projects and provision of knowledge solutions to improve the development effectiveness of infrastructure development, private sector development, industrial organizations, governance, competitiveness & investment climate, agriculture, institutions, and regional integration to across all the Bank’s High 5s priorities.
ECMR.2 is the institutional anchor for the ex-ante Additionality and Development Outcomes Assessment (ADOA) and Impact Evaluation (IE) of the Bank’s operations.
Thus, it is a key element of the Bank Results Framework and the primary tool for mainstreaming Development Outcomes in the Bank’s operations. The Division works in close collaboration with the Sector Complexes of the Bank Group including Agriculture and Human Development (AHVP); Power, Energy, Climate Change, and Green Growth (PEVP); Industrialization and Private Sector Development (PIVP); Regional Integration and Trade (RDVP) and the Natural Resources and Investment Centre (ECNR), among others.

The Position
Under the supervision and guidance of the Director of the Economics Policy, Forecasting and Research, (ECMR), the Manager of Microeconomic, Institutional and Development Impact Division (ECMR.2) will be responsible for:

Designing and undertaking a program of sector specific research and analyses on key micro-economic development issues across the High-5s priorities of the Bank Group to support productive infrastructure investments in African countries.
Providing technical support and advise to project assessment teams and support to operations through the ex-ante assessment of Additionality and Development Outcomes Assessment (ADOA) and Impact Evaluation of the Bank’s operations.
Providing leadership and inspiration in undertaking quality research and analyses in Africa’s economic development, with emphasis on microeconomics and development impact analysis in the Bank, which aims to enhance the scope and standards of Bank operations, economic and sector work and policy dialogue with RMCs.
Raising the Bank’s capacity to pose crucial issues in Africa’s development and to devise solutions through the production of flagship reports and working papers dedicated to these issues.
Providing technical inputs to the Bank Group flagship reports and economic and sector works as may be assigned by the Director of ECMR or the Vice President ECVP.
Provide regular economic intelligence reports and briefs to Senior Management as may be assigned.
Participate in the Bank’s technical assistance and policy dialogue in relevant sectors as may be assigned.

Key Functions
Under the supervision of the Director of the Macroeconomics Policy, Forecasting and Research, (ECMR), the Division Manager Microeconomic, Institutional and Development Impact Division (ECMR.2) will:

Work program validation and execution of the Division’s activities:
- Review and validate the objectives and work program for the division, ensuring alignment to the Bank, Complex and department strategic priorities.
- Review and validate the budget, and its effective implementation.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators to drive the Division’s performance.
- Making assessments in the recruitment of qualified staff for the Division.
- Assessing work performance, appraising staff potential and determining training needs.
- Monitoring implementation of the Division’s work program and introducing changes where necessary to ensure that work program objectives are met.
Plan, manage, organize and undertake activities relating to the conduct of research on Microeconomics, Institutional and Development Impacts in accordance with the High 5s. These involves:
- Lead research analysis and other analytical work on microeconomic issues related to the High 5s to inform Regional Member Countries and Bank Group operations.
- Lead analysis to support Bank’s operations through the ex-ante assessment of Additionality and Development Outcomes Assessment (ADOA) and Impact Evaluation exercises.
- Lead required revisions of the ADOA Framework on the basis of implementation experience and lessons learned from other Development Finance Institutions (DFIs).
- Play a leadership role in the provision of advice to other project and policy work of the Bank to ensure that it is in line with current development thinking and practices in regard to Non-Sovereign Operations.
- Provide analysis of Regional Member Countries’ economies using appropriate tools and techniques and assessing regional and continental development strategies.
- Contribute to the development and preparation of Department research output and flagship publications, including the Africa Economic Outlook Reports (AEOs), the Regional Economic Outlook Reports (REOs), Country Focus Reports (CFRs), and other special initiatives of the Bank Group as may be assigned.
- Provide regular economic intelligence reports and briefs to Senior Management as may be assigned.
- Promote collaborative work and maintaining good relations with institutions dealing with economic research and development policies, especially as they relate to Africa.
- Facilitate the generation, dissemination and sharing of knowledge on African development issues through major reports and publications and participate in international and regional seminars and organize relevant Bank-sponsored workshops and training programs.
- Work with the African Development Institute (ECAD) to promote stronger linkages with African Universities and research organizations as well as other research institutions elsewhere and with partner institutions such as the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), the World Bank/IFC, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to undertake collaborative research programs where feasible, and to exchange data sets.
- Assist the Chief Economist’s office in advising the President and Senior Management of the Bank on socio-economic, sustainable development finance, additionality, development outcomes, and impact evaluation issues in Africa.
- Review and clear major statements and briefs prepared for the President and Senior Management by the Division on all microeconomic issues.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to staff in the Division and those in other complexes undertaking economic and sector works focusing on microeconomics, institutions and development impact.
- Manage human and financial resources to ensure that the core activities of the Division are not constrained.
- Establish effective collaboration with other Bank units, international agencies as well as with bilateral development partners in seeking solutions to Africa’s development.
People and talent management:
- Ensure the division has the appropriate sector specialists for each High-5 priorities and the skills-mix required to deliver transformative impacts at all times for effective delivery of the objectives defined in the work program.
- Assess work performance, appraise staff potential, and determine training needs.
- Put in place, with the assistance of the Human Resources department, delivery accountability and talent management mechanisms, to build a talent pool for the department for business continuity.
Represents the Bank in international and regional conferences, seminars and workshops where necessary or as delegated by the Senior Leadership of the Bank and ECVP/ECMR Management.
Performs other tasks as requested by the ECVP/ECMR Management and senior management of the Bank.

Competencies (skills, experience, and knowledge)

Hold at least a Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, or related discipline. A Ph.D. degree in these areas will be an added advantage.
Have a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in microeconomic issues related to High-5 sectors; project analysis and/or monitoring and evaluation, or sector operations is required.
Publication record in international peer reviewed journals, or proven record of publications of reports, working papers, and books focusing on microeconomic issues related to development finance, infrastructure development, private sector development, industrial organizations, governance, competitiveness & investment climate, agriculture, institutions, and regional integration.
A good understanding of the Bank or similar organizations’ operations and Environmental & Social policy requirements.
Strong knowledge and background in the use of statistical and econometric methods and packages in development economics and microeconomics research as well as theoretical knowledge to develop and implement research programs.
Proven ability to build and lead a team of motivated staff and utilize the talents and expertise of team members in a productive way.
Capacity to initiate and manage innovation and change in matrix organizations.
A strong drive for results, an ability to carry out swiftly and efficiently numerous competing demands, and capable of managing competing priorities.
Ability to lead high level policy dialogue, prepare and make presentations to high level officials.
Proven ability in development policy research and analysis of economic conditions that are of relevance for the High 5s (Bank priority areas).
Ability to design and conduct multi-disciplinary research projects/programs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
Competence in the use of leading econometrics software packages and in Microsoft Suites (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access).

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

Application Closing Date
28th October, 2023.

2). Director – Talent, Performance and Staff Development

Position Number: 50107435
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: EL5

The Complex

The People and Talent Management Complex (PTVP), will retain overall responsibility for attracting, developing, motivating, and retaining a strong complement of professionals, support staff and contingent staff to deliver the business of the Bank into the future.
The PTVP Complex is responsible for ensuring effective systems and controls for people and talent management from talent sourcing to retirement.
The PTVP Complex is also responsible for the effective administration of the Bank’s benefit plans (medical and staff retirement) and ensuring the financial sustainability of these plans.

The Hiring Department

Talent, Performance and Staff Development Department is responsible for supporting key business initiatives and programs on performance management, staff development, including careers, learning, and talent development, and contributes to high levels of employee development and culture of performance.
The Department brings together the entire talent management life-cycle to maximize and leverage innovative solutions and strategies for increasing the Bank’s organizational and individual performance and capabilities

The Position

The Director – Talent, Performance and Staff Development will oversee the management of two (2) Divisions namely: (i) Staff Performance & Recognition (PTCE.1) and (ii) Careers, Learning & Talent Development (PTCE.2).
Reporting to and partnering with the Vice President, People and Talent Management, the Director leads a professional HR team to drive the talent and performance management, as well as the staff development agenda of the Bank’s People Strategy.
As a key leadership team member, the Director of Talent, Performance and Staff Development Department works with highly motivated specialists to ensure that the talent, performance, and staff development strategies align with the Bank’s strategic business objectives and the People Strategy.
S/He handles all issues/areas related to talent and performance management for the Bank, ensuring the development, and building of a high-performance culture through continuous monitoring and evaluation of performance, through career development in the Bank.
The job ensures that the Bank’s transformation into an enhanced strategic people-focused organization delivering excellent service, is achieved.

Key Functions
Under the overall supervision of the Vice President, People and Talent Management (PTVP), the Director Talent, Performance and Staff Development Department, will be responsible for contributing to the Bank’s goals, success and development impact by:

Contributing to the execution of the Banks People strategy and plan; organize, direct, and coordinate the Department’s work plan and related resource planning and utilization; assign projects and programmatic responsibilities; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; engage staff to prevent and/or identify and resolve problems.
Developing a progressive Talent Management Strategy for the Bank that will ensure strategic alignment to the overall Bank and People Strategies, with defined accountabilities, targeted methodologies, and clear expectations.
Formulating and defining a holistic Talent Management Framework, comprising talent requirements, talent risk management, investment measurement, governance and infrastructure, and talent plans for the Bank.
Defining a Career Management Framework with clear career paths at the Bank in a way that increases employee engagement and retention, by promoting career development and progression as well as enabling talent mobility.
Providing leadership and direction in creating innovative solutions and best practice talent management approaches, processes and tools, that proactively help build and maintain a talented, motivated and qualified workforce.
Leading the organization leadership agenda by building a strong pipeline of leaders through the provision of world-class learning and development programs.
Formulating and recommending people policies and programs in line with the Bank’s strategies and priorities, in the different aspects of people and talent management, including institutional capacity building, staff mobility, and young professionals program management.
Providing support and tools for career conversations, guidance, and transition support.
Contributing to the development and implementation of the people and talent management strategy and programs, ensuring that people and talent management resources are deployed strategically, and staff’s careers are managed proactively.
Overseeing the design and development of curricula and programs to build staff’s capabilities.
Defining, designing and delivering training programs, courses (included identifying training needs, delivery preparation, delivery, implementation, and evaluation).
Managing the upkeep, review, and refreshing of the existing Learning Management System and related content to support the delivery of hybrid, in-person, and online training programs and blended learning courses and ensure the linkage from performance to development.
Driving a culture of performance management and recognition across the Bank, designing and providing tools to support a business focused processes.
Designing and implementing the Bank’s recognition framework and programs that are aligned to the compensation framework and ensure the adoption of best practices and alignment with the strategic objectives of the Bank.
Defining and building a high-performance culture in line with the Bank’s corporate strategy, with a clear line of sight to functional, individual goals and objectives and other people management levers such as compensation, training, succession planning etc.
Reviewing the Banks performance management architecture, tools and instruments, including the performance measures, scorecards, dimensions, ratings, etc, to ensure that they are fit for purpose.
Ensuring that the Bank’s key performance indicators are aligned with the core strategic themes, values, and behavioural competencies.
Managing resources – accountable for delivering the agreed upon work program through cost-effective use of resources within the agreed parameters and in compliance with internal controls and policies.
Building and maintaining networks of senior people and talent management professionals in other international organizations as well as key global companies in the private sector to share information and bring in the latest external thinking and best practice.
Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients to both understand their needs and communicate the direction of programs and initiatives.
Providing leadership, direction, coaching, and feedback to develop a high performing and talented team, and sustain a high performing team over time through effective people management.
Enabling the Bank to develop effective value propositions as well as structured career and development plans for various workforce segments, with defined benefits to the Bank and employees.
Representing the Department at corporate level forums and committees.

Competencies (skills, experience, and knowledge)

A Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Law or related disciplines. A professional qualification in people and talent management or project management will be an added value.
At least ten (10) years of extensive and progressive experience in Human Resource Management, five (5) years of which should have been in a managerial role and/or in supervising a team and coordinating work programs or projects.
Demonstrable experience executing organizational transformational change and process improvements.
Working experience in a multilateral development organization is an asset.
Sound understanding of the business and operational needs with proven capacity to innovate, promote and direct change initiatives in corporate human resource policies and services in large organizations and a client-centric, business partnering environment.
Proven experience in policy and strategy development, talent and performance management, career development, and other functional areas of people management.
Proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling environment, including leading, supervising, mentoring, developing, and evaluating staff.
Demonstrated experience in successfully translating business and people and talent management strategies into the design and implementation of programs in the position’s area of responsibility.
Ability to handle complexity and ambiguity and deal with competing priorities and tight deadlines. Mental agility to keep pace with a constantly evolving business requirement.
Strong generalist people and talent management experience, especially in; (i) supporting managers and staff in planning and implementing change, (ii) employment relations, well-being, and work-life balance, (iii) (iv) equal opportunities and employment policies, (v) management of people and talent management information systems and processes (vi) performance management, (vii) people planning, career planning, and succession management.
Sound analytical skills – ability to build and analyze people and talent management data accuracy, including people and talent management -approved KPIs.
Proven track record in people and talent management Projects Management.
Ability to communicate and write effectively in French or English, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
Competence in using standard Microsoft Office Suite applications and ERP Systems (preferably SAP HR), e-Recruitment systems, and project management software like share point or any similar software.

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

Application Closing Date
12th November, 2023.

3). Director of Board Affairs

Position Number: 50065011
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: EL5

The Complex

The role of the Banks’ Office of the Secretary General and the General Secretariat (PSEG) is to facilitate the delivery of the objectives of the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy, High 5s, and Development and Business Delivery Model (DBDM) by enhancing the decision-making process of the governance organs and forging better working relationships with the shareholders and host countries of the Bank.
PSEG is comprised of: the Immediate Office of the Secretary General (PSEG.0) which has the additional responsibility of managing the Disclosure and Access to Information (DAI) and Archives as well as Conferences and Meetings; Board Affairs and Proceedings (PSEG.1); and Protocol, Immunities and Privileges (PSEG.2).

The Hiring Department
The main functions of the Board Affairs and Proceedings (PSEG.1), which would be overseen by the Director of Board Affairs are to:

Prepare the work programmes, agenda and schedules of meetings of the Boards and the Committees
Organize meetings of the Boards and their committees, as well as provide them with secretarial services; Provide secretariat services for the Boards of Governors and their subsidiary organs, and manage the relations between these Boards and Senior Management
Monitor the implementation of decisions of the Boards by the organizational units concerned
Provide administrative, and support services to Elected Officers, and provide recruitment support for their offices; and Preserve and safeguard the Bank’s institutional memory.

The Position

The Director of Board Affairs will support the Secretary General in ensuring a high performing General Secretariat and in ensuring that responsibilities of Board Affairs and Proceedings (PSEG.1) are discharged effectively.
The incumbent will report to the Secretary General and under his direction, will oversee Board Affairs and Proceedings (PSEG.1) which comprises: a Board Coordination and Communication Section; a Board Advisory Services Section; and a Board Quality Control Section.

Key Functions
Under the general supervision of the Secretary General, the Director of Board Affairs will oversee a work area that provides secretariat and administrative support to the Boards of Governors and Boards of Directors of the Bank and the Fund; and will:

Assist the Secretary General in managing the provision of secretariat and administrative support to the Boards of Governors and Directors of the Bank;
Plan, organize and coordinate all Board-related activities;
Set objectives, formulate policies, establish priorities, define, and monitor the key performance indicators of PSEG.1;
Ensure the preparation of the Board Rolling Agenda (BRAG) that encapsulates the Boards of Directors’ work programme in consultation with all relevant stakeholders;
Ensure that PSEG.1 produces high-quality outputs within available resources, by making the best use of its human, financial and technological assets, and by monitoring and enforcing efficiency targets;
Through the Secretary General, ensure effective communication between Senior Management and staff of the Bank, the authorities of member countries on Board matters;
Oversee PSEG.1’s budget preparation within the overall budget of the Office of the Secretary General and follow its execution, and advise the Secretary General on the budgetary and financial impacts of its functions;
Promote the sharing of best practice across the Board secretariat and Board administrative services;
Advise on the appropriate organizational structure of Board Affairs, assign staff and material resources based on priorities and workload, coordinate and evaluate the work of staff and provide guidance on work problems;
Assess the training needs of staff in PSEG.1, monitor and evaluate their performance, and recommend personnel actions to the Secretary General;
Perform strategic Board secretariat support services when appropriate and necessary;
Assist the Secretary General in the performance of his statutory role such as the election of Executive Directors and the President of the Bank Group;
Perform such other duties as the Secretary General may assign from time to time.

Competencies (skills, experience, and knowledge)

Hold at least a Master’s degree in International Corporate Law, Political Science, Corporate Governance, Business Administration, Development Economics, International Relations, International Development, Corporate Finance, or other related disciplines;
Have a minimum of ten (10) years of extensive and progressive experience in a similar organization, with managerial level experience in corporate governance and Board issues. Translation skills is desirable;
Experience in similar roles in International Financial Institutions, Multilateral Development Banks, or working with boards of other international organizations will be highly desirable an added advantage;
Good understanding of corporate governance issues and the role of Boards in promoting these;
Demonstrated experience on issues related to Board effectiveness;
Excellent understanding of the Bank group‘s policies, strategy and operational issues and the role of the Board in this process;
Demonstrated ability to take prudent business risks and make effective, timely and well-determined decisions;
Ability to strategically engage the Board and Senior Management on issues of importance for the Bank;
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;
Ability to lead, mentor and motivate subordinate colleagues;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French with a working
knowledge of the other language;
Competence in the use of the Bank’s standard software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of SAP is desirable.

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

Application Closing Date
11th November, 2023.

4). Senior Legal Counsel – Private Sector Operations Division, PGCL.2

Position Number: 50071281
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: PL5

The Complex

The President, plans, supervises and manages the business of the Bank Group. Under the direction of the Boards of Directors, the President conducts the business of the Bank and the African Development Fund and manages operations and activities in accordance with the Agreements establishing the ADB and the ADF.
The President supervises several Departments and Units including Office of the President (PRST0); Independent Development Evaluation Department (BDEV); Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department (PIAC); Compliance Review and Mediation Unit (BCRM); Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board (BSAB); Administrative Tribunal (BATR); Office of the Auditor General (PAGL); Group Risk Management Directorate (PGRM)
General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL); Communication and External Relations Department (PCER); Staff Integrity and Ethics Office (PETH) and Office of the Secretary General & General Secretariat (PSEG).

The Hiring Department

The role of the General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL) is to deliver legal advice and services to the statutory organs of the Bank group (the Bank), namely to: the Boards of the Bank, Senior Management, Directorate General Hubs and, more generally, to the whole Bank.
Furthermore, the Department protects the interest of the Bank from legal liability and, as necessary, provides legal defense in cases filed against or brought by the Bank.
The principal objectives of the Private Sector Operations Division (PGCL.2) are to handle private sector and other non-sovereign transactions and support the work of the Bank regarding the private sector and the financial sector as well as special operations.
These transactions comprise principally non-sovereign loans, guarantees, project finance transactions, syndicated loans, private equity and trade finance, amongst others.

The Position

The Senior Legal Counsel – Private Sector Operations will be a member of the legal team in the Private Sector Operations Division and ensures the correct interpretation of, and compliance with the various policies, guidelines and regulations applicable to private sector and non-sovereign operations of the Bank.
The job holder will ensure compliance of projects and other operational activity with applicable Bank’s rules and policies.

Key Functions
Under the supervision and guidance of the Division Manager, PGCL.2, the Senior Counsel will:

Conduct legal due diligence on proposed transactions such as the review of project documents and agreements (including development or construction contracts, supplier agreements, concession agreements, joint venture agreements, management agreements and shareholders’ agreements etc), constitutive documents of proposed borrowers/investee funds and review of local regulatory requirements.
Liaise and collaborates with staff in the private sector operations, finance, environmental and social complexes to develop the appropriate terms and conditions of each transaction, ensuring compliance with Bank’s policies.
Participate in project appraisal missions and reviewing project concept notes, project appraisal reports, drafting board resolutions.
Draft and/or review, negotiates and finalizes all legal documentation relevant to the proposed transaction, including term sheets, loan agreements, lines of credit agreements, common terms agreements, guarantee agreements, participation agreements, inter-creditor agreements, security documentation, assignment agreements and information memoranda etc., depending on the nature of the project and the type of financing.
Advise on transaction structure and documentation for private equity investments by the Bank to ensure compliance with Bank policies and practice as well as applicable laws including drafting and/or reviewing shareholders agreements, partnership agreements, management agreements, co-investment agreements, subscription agreements etc.
Provide legal support for the implementation and monitoring of projects after signing and disbursement, including advising on waiver requests, approval requests and project work-outs;
Liaise with co-lenders/investors, partners and external counsel as and when needed; and
Undertake such other assignments as required in furtherance of the mandate of the Private Sector Operations Divisions.
Carry out such other duties as may be assigned by the Division Manager PGCL.2 or the General Counsel.

Competencies (skills, experience, and knowledge)

Hold at least a Master’s degree in Law and admission to the Bar of one of the African Development Bank member countries; or a Juris Doctor (JD) and admission to the Bar of one of the African Development Bank member countries.
Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in similar jobs, preferably with a reputable international law firm, a legal department of a private or public entity, or an international financial institution with proven technical competence and experiences in international finance and banking practice.
Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous and shifting demands, priorities and tight deadlines.
High level skills in communication and negotiation as well as the ability to build partnership with a broad range of clients and deliver results that meet the needs of the Legal Service Department’s work program.
Seasoned knowledge in the current trend of development and familiarity with international law, and related matters within the Bank and other international organizations.
Strong skills in preparation of complex legal documents including briefs and confidential legal opinions, preparing certificates, leading the negotiation of complex projects and programs and other transactions of a similar nature.
Capacity to conceive and supervise the negotiation of complex legal documents of all manners and form that balances the standards and norms of outside parties with the unique requirements of the Bank.
Client and results oriented individual.
Effective consulting and advisory skills that enable clients and help resolve their legal questions.
Ability to deal with sensitive issues in a multi-cultural environment and to build effective working relations with colleagues.
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; knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.

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

Application Closing Date
12th November, 2023.

5). 2024 Internship Program – Session I

Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Job Type: Internship

Details

The Internship program is part of a wider Talent Management Framework which facilitates the Bank to deliver on the Ten-Year Strategy and the High 5s.
Participants in the Program are selected on a competitive basis, based on business needs of the Bank.
Selected candidates will be deployed in various Departments at Headquarters (Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire), Bank’s Regional and Country Offices. However, selected interns will perform their internship either remotely or on-site depending on the needs of their respective hiring units.

Objectives
The broad objectives of the program are to:

Provide students with an opportunity to acquire professional and practical experience at the African Development Bank.
Provide the Bank with a pool of potential candidates for future recruitment purposes.
However, applicants should not expect the internship to lead to immediate employment with the Bank.

The Fields of Study Required for the Internship:

The fields of study from which interns are selected must be within the job families of the Bank, particularly Economics, Agriculture, Private Sector Development, Human Capital Development (Education and Health), Environment, Finance, Infrastructure Development, Human Resources Management, Information Technology, Communications, Law, Internal Audit, Budget, Governance or any other field of study that the Bank may deem relevant to its operations.
Special consideration shall be given to students who are working on projects that have a direct bearing on the mission of the Bank.

Timeline for Session 1 of the 2024 Internship Program:

Session 1 of the 2024 Internship Program will commence in January 2024.

Terms and Conditions

Internships shall be granted to each candidate for a period not less than three (3) months and not more than six (6) months. The internship is authorized only once for any candidate.
Selected interns will perform their internship either remotely or on-site depending on the needs of their respective hiring units.
Remote interns are expected to have access to a personal computer, reliable internet connection and a conducive living environment that facilitates smooth and uninterrupted remote working.
On-site interns shall be responsible for their air travel (in case of) to and from the Bank’s location as well as their upkeep.
The Bank will use reasonable efforts to assist the concerned interns in obtaining their entry and residence visas.
Eligible Interns will benefit from a medical insurance coverage paid by the Bank during the period of their internship.
Eligible interns will be provided with a monthly stipend.

Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for internship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Must have attained the age of maturity in their country of nationality or origin and be not more than Thirty (30) years old at the time of commencement of the internship program.
Be currently enrolled in a Master’s Level Degree program in a recognized public or private educational institution of higher learning.
The candidate can apply for an internship within one (1) year of having obtained such a Degree.
Be nationals of the member Countries of the African Development Bank.
Provide a letter from their school confirming their enrollment or a copy of the above-mentioned Degree. Applicants must be fluent in at least one of the Banks’s two working languages (English or French).
Be able to use the Bank’s standard software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access); knowledge of SAP is desirable.

Strategic Focus Areas
The specific disciplines and specialist professional areas are aligned to the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy (TYS) and the gender strategy. In addition to the fields that are in the job families of the Bank, focus will be on the following areas:

Power, Energy, Climate and Green Growth
Agriculture, Human & Social Development
Private Sector, Infrastructure and Industrialization
Economics, Statistics
Governance and Knowledge Management
Finance
Legal
Human Resources and Corporate Services: IT, Language Services, General Services & Procurement, HR Management
Audit, Anti-Corruption
Evaluation
Communication & External Relations
Public Relations
Gender
Environmental and Social Assessment.