Operations Officer
Job Vacancy | Monday, July 6, 2026
| Reference Number | 260691 |
|---|---|
| Position Grade | TL5 |
| Department | Southeast Asia Department |
| Division | Indonesia Resident Mission |
| Location | Indonesia Resident Mission |
| Date Posted | Monday, July 6, 2026 |
| Closing Date | Monday, July 20, 2026 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT) |
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 Operations Officer is assigned to the Indonesia Resident Mission (IRM) within the Southeast Asia Department (SERD). You will be based at our Resident Mission Office in Jakarta.
You will report to the Country Director and will work with designated Technical International Staff.
Your Role
As an Operations Officer, you will provide technical support in preparing the Country Partnership Strategy (CPS), maintaining the country assistance pipeline, and monitoring project processing.
You will:
- Support IRM management and the relevant International Staff in preparing and formulating the CPS and the annual COBP, and maintaining the country assistance pipeline; provide support in related activities such as country programming mid-term reviews and missions; prepare and provide inputs to ADB-wide annual briefing materials and planning exercises, such as the annual meeting country brief, work program and budget framework, and department and resident mission work plans, among others.
- Oversee the monitoring of project and technical assistance (TA) processing status and provide regular updates to IRM management and SERD Front Office; maintain dialogue and coordinate with government ministries/agencies, development partners, and partners to support ADB programs in Indonesia.
- Provide support to team leaders in project processing in selected sectors and coordinate the implementation of regional TA projects.
- Proactively support other ADB-wide activities of a cross-cutting nature as assigned, such as in results monitoring, program evaluation, and capacity building; review ADB documents, including loan and TA documents, and undertake administrative tasks.
- Guide junior staff to facilitate work planning, delivery, and quality review.
- Work collaboratively in a team and perform other responsibilities reflected in your workplan and that may be assigned from time to time by IRM management.
Qualifications
You will need:
- Bachelor's degree in economics, public policy and administration, or other related fields; preferably with advanced training.
- At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in project management and implementation.
- Experience and knowledge of different stages of the project cycle.
- Experience with international development organizations including policy dialogue and pipeline development with the government and coordination with multiple team members across sectors.
- Sound knowledge of government administrative procedures, including on loan and grant approvals.
- Excellent proficiency in oral and written communications in English.
- Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TL5.
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.
- Retirement plan
- 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.
Selected applicants will be subject to a one-year probationary period.
This opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and permanent residents of Indonesia.
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff's particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff's performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.
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.
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