Senior Communications Specialist

Job Vacancy | Thursday, January 15, 2026

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship

The position of Senior Communications Specialist is assigned to the Office of the Principal Director (DCOD) President Support Team within the Department of Communications and Knowledge Management (DOCK).You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and relocation is required. All reasonable relocation expenses will be covered.

You will report to the Principal Director, DOCK and may oversee junior Staff.

Your Role

As Senior Communications Specialist, you will be a key member of the President Support Team (PST), responsible for executing the President's communications strategy. This includes creating high-quality content and managing engagement across media, social platforms, publications, and events. You will liaise with the Office of the President (OPR) and partners to ensure all messaging aligns with the President's leadership vision and is consistently delivered across internal and external channels.

You will:

• Implement the President's communication and engagement (C&E) strategy and plan under the guidance of the Principal Communications Specialist.
• Serve as a focal for cross-departmental collaboration regarding the President's C&E plan.
• Draft, edit, and produce content for the President's C&E activities, including speeches, talking points, briefing notes, and video scripts, ensuring they align with C&E priorities.
• Prepare news releases, media kits, and background materials to support the President's media engagements.
• Facilitate media relations for the Office of the President (OPR) by coordinating interviews, press conferences, and other engagements with media outlets.
• Prepare content for the President's social media accounts, including acquiring assets and drafting copy.
• Ensure rigorous quality control of all external-facing materials prior to final approval by the Principal Communications Specialist.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of C&E efforts; compile data to prepare comprehensive reports, briefings, and presentations on performance for the Principal Communications Specialist.
• Support engagement with OPR on issues and crisis communications to ensure ADB's brand and reputation are protected.
• Perform other related tasks that may be assigned by the Principal Director.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Master's degree or equivalent in Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, International Development or relevant fields or University degree and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience, providing strategic communication support to senior leadership including at the international level.
• Demonstrated understanding of development issues, particularly in the Asia and Pacific region.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• International experience working in several countries.
• Experience in preparing and implementing strategic communications plans in a large organization is preferred.
• Experience mentoring more junior team members.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI2.

Benefits

ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits (if applicable)
• Retirement plan (if applicable)
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

Additional Information

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff's particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff's performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.

1) Multiple positions at various grades may be filled from this opening.

2) The actual position title and grade will be based on your qualifications, experience and job scope that will be assigned to the selected applicants.

3) Location

• International staff (ADB HQ)

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.

ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.

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ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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