Senior Editor

Job Vacancy | Thursday, May 21, 2026

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on 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 Editor is assigned to the Information Access Unit within the Office of the Secretary (SEC). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines and relocation is required. All reasonable expenses will be covered.

You will report to the Advisor, SEC and Head, Information Access Unit, and will oversee junior team members.

Your Role

As a Senior Editor, you will provide senior editorial leadership for Board documents, serve as a focal point for information classification, oversee Board document circulation, and support public disclosure in accordance with the ADB's Access to Information Policy (AIP). You will also contribute strategically to the modernization of information management processes, including the integration of digital workflows and the responsible adoption of AI‑enabled tools.

You will:

1. Editing and circulation

• Provide senior‑level editing of Board documents.
• Strengthen the clarity, coherence, and narrative quality of Board documents.
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and capacity building support to staff and project teams on editorial quality and document preparation.
• Oversee Board document circulation, ensuring timely circulation of documents to BOD, aligned with ADB standards, templates, and style guidelines.

2. Information classification, disclosure, and governance

• Serve as the focal point for information classification.
• Advise departments on classification issues and support consistent institutional practice in coordination with key internal stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate capacity development activities on information classification in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Guide staff on disclosure procedures, requirements, and disclosure notes in accordance with the AIP and applicable sections of the ADB Operations Manual.
• Raise awareness and build capacity of staff in other departments and field offices on the implementation of the AIP.

3. Digital transformation and innovation

• Contribute to the design and improvement of digital workflows.
• Support the adoption of AI‑enabled tools for editorial, information classification, and information‑management purposes, in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce duplication, and enhance efficiency.

4. Knowledge management and institutional support

• Support departmental knowledge‑management initiatives and learning activities.
• Assist in the organization of major institutional events, including the Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Master's degree, or equivalent in English, Journalism, Communications, International Affairs, Public Policy, Social Sciences or related fields. University degree in English, Journalism, Communications, International Affairs, Social Sciences, Information Management, Library Science, or related fields, and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
• At least 10 years of relevant editing experience in a professional capacity.
• International experience working in several countries, preferably in developing countries.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Staff grade 2 (TI2).

Benefits

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

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

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.

About Us

ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together, ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives, build quality infrastructure, and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966, ADB is headquartered in Manila and owned by 69 members—50 from the region.

ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.

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