African Development Bank Group Recruitment

Job Title: Director, Financial Control Department

Position Number: 50092450
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: EL5

The Complex

• The Vice Presidency for Finance oversees the financial management of the Bank Group. This encompasses the Bank Group’s treasury activities including borrowings from the capital markets and investment activities; controllership functions including financial reporting and loan administration; strategic resource mobilization and the strengthening of the non-statutory financial resources and instruments; the overall asset/liability management for the Bank Group.

The Hiring Department / Division

• The Financial Control Department (FIFC) is responsible for accounting for the financial consequences of the Bank Group’s transactions and decisions, and for the preparation, fair presentation and overall integrity of the internal financial reports and published financial statements.
• The Department is also responsible for managing controls around the banks administrative payment’s function, loan administration and accounting and related fiduciary responsibilities, including disbursement of funds to projects and programs financed by the Bank Group.
• Finally, the Department provides decision support and expertise in the development and implementation of financial control policies, operational and financial strategies and related information systems.
• The Financial Control department is responsible for all controllership functions, analyses, recording and reporting of the financial consequences of all decisions and transactions of the Bank Group—including the African Development Bank, the African Development Fund, the Nigeria Trust Fund, the Bank’s Staff Retirement Plan’s trust fund, and all single donor and multilateral trust funds and special funds administered by the African Development Bank.
• In this regard, FIFC maintains accounting policies and systems; prepares financial statements and ancillary reports; manages controls around the Banks administrative payment’s function; and authorizes disbursements and other payments on loans, technical assistance, grants, equity investments, and guarantee claims. FIFC also provides professional advice in the development and implementation of new financial products, operational and corporate financial strategies, policies and guidelines, and in the development of financial information systems.
• The department is also responsible for coordinating the activities of the Bank Group to ensure that the internal control framework is properly documented and monitored to ensure its continued effectiveness.
• In addition, the department is responsible for the formulation of all accounting policies, as well as for the preparation of policies on the administration of the loans and grants of the Bank Group.

The Position

• Under the general direction of the Vice President, FIVP, the Director of Financial Control is responsible for supervising Divisions rolling up to Financial Control such as Financial Reporting (FIFC.1), Administrative Expenses (FIFC.2), Loan Disbursement (FIFC.3) and Loan Accounting (FIFC.4).
• In addition, the Director will manage a front office with supporting professional staff who are dealing with and advising on such issues as technical accounting policy, management of the relationship between the Bank Group and the External Auditors, as well as other special projects and priorities as they may arise.
• The Director will also be responsible for all the accounting and financial reporting of the transactions of the Bank Group, including all the bilateral and special funds.
• The role also extends to the efficient execution and implementation of development-related operations projects funded by the AfDB Bank Group loans, grants and other instruments, by ensuring timely disbursements of the same

Key Functions
Under the general guidance of the Vice President, the Director is responsible for developing a strategic approach to defining, planning, organizing, coordinating and leading the activities of the Department. His/her duties includes:

• Oversee the preparation, integrity and timely completion of financial reports to Management, the Board of Directors and Shareholders, in compliance with applicable accounting standards and best practices.
• Strictly monitor and report on accounting and reporting standards that can impact the institution. Review and monitor accounting policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Oversee the establishment, maintenance, and implementation of adequate internal control system to ensure that all Bank Group financial transactions, including those from funds administered by the Group, are accurately recorded and in compliance with policies and procedures. Ensure efficient controls in all processes and procedures and safeguard the assets of the Bank.
• Provide accurate, efficient and timely transaction processing and payment services including for loan administration, disbursements and administrative and capital expenditure budget.
• Establish the objectives and key performance indicators of the department, in support of the vision and strategic objectives of the institution.
• Oversee the planning and effective execution of the work program of the department, monitoring the quality of outputs.
• Provide decision support to Management through strategic financial statements and data analysis. Evaluate the impact of financial policies on the Bank’s financial position and recommend appropriate actions.
• Spearhead innovative approaches that will increase the efficiency, impact or delivery of the department

Competencies (Qualifications, Experience & Skills)

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related disciplines. An internationally recognized professional accounting qualification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of Ten (10) years of relevant and extensive professional experience in a similar organization or large financial institution, five (5) of which must be at a managerial level.
• Sound understanding of the business and strategic priorities of International Finance Institutions (IFIs); Substantial exposure to the design and implementation of modern accounting and other relevant IT systems.
• Solid knowledge of IFRS. Ability to exercise professional judgment in the application of all the relevant controllership rules, to ensure that the assets and other resources of the Bank are safeguarded.
• Ability to lead and manage diverse teams and interact effectively with staff, Management, Board Members, senior government officials, and other external counterparts.
• Ability to provide clear and concise oral and written communication. Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) in English and/or French, with a working knowledge of the other.
• Ability to build talent and capability inside the organization through coaching, mentoring, training, developmental assignments and knowledge sharing, while also recognizing diversity and promoting inclusion.
• Track record in leading on change and empowering teams to innovate and deliver in areas such as accounting, reporting, systems and controls while enhancing process efficiency.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and financial market skills.
• Knowledge and experience in the development space –Understanding of the operational policies and programs of multilateral development banks.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and decisiveness including taking accountability and holds others accountable for results.
• Competence in the use of SAP and standard Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Application Closing Date
13th September, 2023.

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

Job Title: Principal Research Economist

Position Number: 50068965
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: PL4

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:
  • Research on major development issues facing Africa and their relation to global economic governance and other major global public goods
  • Country diagnostics and future perspectives
  • Policy dialogue and advisory services
  • Economic, sector, and thematic knowledge work
  • Improving national and sub-regional statistical systems
  • Preparation, design and support to implementation of public financial management and Governance operations
  • Capacity development for policy formulation and implementation;
  • Technical assistance and advice related to RMCs’ management of natural resources
  • Knowledge dissemination and development of national, regional, and inter regional knowledge networks.

The Hiring 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

• The Principal Research Economist is part of the ECMR.2 team and is expected to perform both ADOA assessments of the Bank’s lending operations as well as research activities related to the Bank’s High5 agenda.

Key Functions
Under the supervision of the Microeconomic, Institutional and Development Impact Division Manager, the Principal Research Economist will:
Perform Ex-ante Additionality and Development Outcome Assessments of Bank’s lending operations:

• Lead and provide inputs for the delivery of ex-ante Additionality and Development Outcome Assessments of the African Development Bank Non-sovereign and Regional lending Operations and any other type of operation as required by the management.
• Contribute to any revisions to the Additionality and Development Outcome Assessment framework on the basis of lessons learnt from implementation experience and other Development Finance institutions as well as Industry best standards.
• Lead and participate in the division’s research activities supporting the Bank’s High 5s (High priority areas: Light Up and Power Africa (Energy), Feed Africa (Agriculture and Nutrition), Industrialize Africa (Industrialization), Integrate Africa (Regional Integration) and Improve quality of live for Africans (Sustainable socio-economic development)). This includes also strengthening knowledge generation in the area of inclusive and green growth

Provide inputs into the production of the Bank’s flagship publications:

• Lead and contribute to the preparation of flagship reports or assigned chapters, write assigned sections and follow up (peer reviews) until final publication.
• Assist and lead on the dissemination of the findings of these flagships.

Provide technical and analytical input into the work of Operations Complexes:

• Provide input into Country Strategy Papers.
• Lead or participate in Economic Sector Work produced by sector complexes.
• Participate in the peer review process of project documents, policy documents, including documents submitted to the Operations Committee and the Board of Directors.

Contribute to the Bank’s “Working Papers Series ” and the Bank’s “African Development Review”:

• Publish research papers and review submitted articles to the African Development Review and Working Paper Series.
• Provide inputs in collaborative research and knowledge management activities carried out jointly with regional and international organizations, research and capacity building institutions in Africa, development research centers and universities.
• Participate in review meetings, internal Task forces and Working Groups and represent the Bank in external ones.
• Oversee the work of more junior staff and mentor them as needed.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor or Management.

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• Have at least a Master’s Degree in Economics, Finance or relevant field; A PhD would be an added advantage.
• Have a minimum of six (6) years of professional experience combining research and strong operational involvement in the design and Evaluation of operations relevant to the High 5s areas including the following: infrastructure, energy, agriculture, private sector development, industrial organizations and social sectors, project analysis and/or monitoring and evaluation.
• Proven ability in leading and producing development policy research and analysis of economic conditions that are of relevance for the High 5s (Bank priority areas) with a strong publication record in international peer review journals, working papers, book chapters, reports.
• Good knowledge and background in the use of statistical and econometric methods in project evaluation, finance and development economics research.
• Ability to understand and identify development outcomes expected from real sector projects.
• Demonstrated skills in writing and preparing policy documents and briefs and speeches for decision-making.
• Communicate and write effectively in English or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Good communication skills and a proven ability to work in teams and on multiple projects in parallel until tight deadlines.
• Competence in the use of leading econometrics software packages and in Microsoft Suites (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access).

Application Closing Date
16th September, 2023.

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

Job Title: Chief Communications Specialist (PCSC)

Position Number: 50107032
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: PL3

The Complex

• The Presidency Complex (URPR) comprises the Office of The President of the Bank Group and all corporate offices, departments and other organization units that are directly subordinate to the Presidency in administrative as well as functional terms.
• The President, in the capacity of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Bank Group, is mandated to provide competent strategic management of the Bank Group and all its resources towards the fulfillment of the Bank Group’s purpose of contributing to economic development and social progress of Regional Member Countries.
• The Presidency Complex provides day-to-day and medium-term corporate leadership and executive oversight, maintains communication with the Bank Group’s Member Countries, and supports the Boards of Directors in the conduct of their statutory roles. In addition, the Complex provides legal and regulatory oversight on the conduct of the Bank Group’s business and integrated risk management of Bank Group operations, oversees corporate communication with a range of internal and external stakeholders, promotes integrity, transparency and the highest ethical standards and norms among Bank Group personnel in the conduct of their work, and assures the security of the Bank Group’s personnel, premises and physical assets, information and data in all locations where the Bank Group operates. Furthermore, the PRST Complex is also involved in catalysing investment from various sources in line with the operational priorities of the Bank Group.
• The President directly supervises several departments and units including Office of the President (PCSC); the Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department (PIAC); the Office of the Auditor General (PAGL); the Group Risk Management Directorate (PGRM); the General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL); the Communication and External Relations Department (PCER); the Staff Integrity and Ethics Office (PETH); Office of the Secretary General & General Secretariat (PSEG); the Africa Investment Forum (PAIF); the Joint Secretariat Support Office (PJSS) and; the External Representation Office in Asia (PEXT).

The Hiring Department

• The Executive Office of the President assists the President in planning, supervising, and managing the business of the Bank Group.
• The Office of the President monitors, coordinates and supervises the implementation of various Bank programs based on the global or regional trends and emerging knowledge in the major development areas of agriculture, human and social development, energy and climate, and gender and civil society.
• The Office examines the impact of the Bank Group country and regional programs in responding to existing and emerging development trends and needs in the regional member countries, identifies new areas for business growth; leads and coordinates the preparation of technical and knowledge briefs for the President’s internal and external engagements; and monitors the effective and timely implementation of Presidential instructions, Board and Management decisions.
• Under other activities, the Office prepares and organizes the President’s missions and represents the Bank at international conferences and on working missions to member countries; organizes meetings with Bank’s Senior Management; reviews, evaluates and gives advice on communication and interaction between the Presidency and the various organs of the Bank; provides effective administrative and logistic support to facilitate implementation of the President’s programs; and prepares, monitors audit reports and follows up on the implementation of the recommendations of the reports.

The Position

• We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-driven speechwriter with exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills.
• The specialist is expected to have meticulous attention to detail, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• The specialist’s responsibilities include drafting executive-level speeches suited to diverse audiences and platforms, completing revisions according to client feedback, and meeting all deadlines.
• Furthermore, the specialist will work with other Bank staff in and outside of the Cabinet to support the management of external and internal communications needs directly related to the Presidency.

Key Functions
Under the general guidance of the Director-General of Cabinet, the incumbent will be assigned the following duties, including but not limited to:

• Working with the President, Cabinet and other senior Bank staff to determine key points, themes, positions, and core messages for speeches and public statements;
• Flesh out well-structured draft speech/statements reflecting the President’s message;
• Creating, editing and revising various forms of communication products, including but not limited to correspondence and technical documentation such as speeches, factsheets, talking points, opinions, prefaces, forewords, web articles and social media texts in a consistent and coherent manner across various communication platforms;
• Conducting research, including material produced by the African Development Bank Group and other relevant organizations, in consultation with substantive units and relevant staff in the President’s Cabinet t and relevant Vice-Presidential Complexes;
• Ensuring all written work is authentic, original and appropriately cited and/or referenced;
• Editing and proofreading documents including spell checks, acronyms and abbreviations, etc.
• Providing advisories on strategic communications opportunities;
• Developing outlines with compelling narratives, including relevant examples of African Development Bank activities and results;
• Researching, verifying content, and transforming complex concepts into clear, meaningful and effective communication;
• Collaborating with the Bank’s Communications Department on all aspects of communication and supporting an enhanced understanding of strategic communication activities;
• Reviewing the content of major communication strategies and materials specific to the work of the President, for the purpose of ensuring consistency with corporate policies, messaging and initiatives; and
• Performing other related responsibilities as assigned, including replacing and backstopping, as required.

Competencies (Qualifications, Experience & Skills):
Functional:

• At least a Master’s Degree in Journalism, Communication or Communication-related disciplines, International Relations, the Social Sciences or related disciplines;
• Demonstrable experience working with senior leaders of at least seven (years), preferably as a speechwriter, communications specialist, storyteller, narrative development, or a similar role;
• Exceptional rigor and ability to understand/research data, facts, trends, examples, stories;
• Excellent writing skills, including experience in creating, editing and proofreading within a professional organization;
• Strong research capabilities to gather relevant data and information for speeches and communications materials;
• Adept at translating complex ideas into accessible language for various audiences with sensitivity the cultural contexts;
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality;
• Knowledge of current events, industry trends, and public policy issues;
• Familiarity with the role of development finance institutions in facilitating socioeconomic reform and addressing poverty reduction in developing countries, a plus; and
• Competence in the use of standard software applications.

Personal:

• Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural skills and related sensitivity and adaptability;
• Quick learner with high energy, continuous curiosity and an ability to think clearly and articulate precisely; and
• Collaborative style with the ability to work as part of a team in a high-pressure environment.

Application Closing Date
3rd September, 2023.

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

Job Title: Team Assistant, SNAC

Position Number: 50087668
Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Position Grade: GS5

The Complex

• The Senior Vice-President is responsible for supporting the President in the day-to-day management of the Bank Group to achieve it strategic objectives and drive a performance culture that will align all processes and systems to deliver high-impact results.
• The Senior Vice-President will provide effective leadership and exceptional coordination to ensure the implementation and monitoring of key corporate decisions as well as the identification of necessary corrective measures and actions.
• The Senior Vice-President will lead senior management discussions, decision-making processes and the implementation of strategic board and management decisions to achieve the Bank’s objectives.

The Department

• The Staff Grievance Committee (STAGRICO) formerly, Staff Appeals Committee, SNAC, is a formal dispute resolution mechanism mandated to hear all appeals against any contested administrative decision concerning matters within its competence and to submit non-binding recommendations to the President of the Bank. It is intended to facilitate a fair settlement of the staff members’ grievances arising from their terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.
• The Committee is composed of 22 Members including a Chairperson and an Alternate Chairperson. The remaining 20 Members include (10) ten Presidential nominees and (10) ten others nominated by the Staff Council.

The Position

• The Job of Team Assistant which falls under General Support Services that provides administrative support for the Secretariat and to the Committee, is to assist the Executive Team Assistant of the Committee in the management of the Appeals files, the organization of the oral and hearing sessions.

Key Functions
Under the overall supervision of the Executive Team Assistant to Staff Grievance Committee, the Team Assistant performs the following:

• Provide preliminary assistance to members of staff wishing to file an Application or seeking information and documentation related to the peer review procedure.
• Provide the necessary assistance to the staff members by providing them with relevant documents, forms, Presidential instructions, the Rules of Procedure of the Committee, the Staff Rules of the Bank, and all the prescribed procedures;
• Put at the disposal of the Staff the different forms and options to file an Application;
• Direct potential Applicants to the Executive Team Assistant of the Committee for any legal guidance.

Manage the Applicant’s Files and the Written Proceedings:

• Receive and control the files submitted by the Applicants and the Respondent. Verify the conformity (date, delays, format) of all the submitted document to the Committee;
• Transmit all the written proceedings (exchanges) between parties, members of the Committee and make sure that time delays are strictly respected;
• Transmit systematically all the document to the translation department and do the follow-up;
• Draft in both official languages of the Bank, notification, memorandum, invitation etc. and submit it to the Executive Team Assistant for signature;
• Update the confidential physical and electronic record of the files containing all the proceedings, the addresses of the Applicants and records on their lawyers;
• Ensure that all entries are classified and matches (physical and electronic files);
• Arrange for the reproduction and dispatching of the writings to the parties and to the Committee members.
• Monitor the Case Management Data Base by updating litigation and statistical information.

Provide Logistic and Administrative Support for the Sessions:

• Make a reservation for a meeting room with the relevant department in charge;
• Make reservations of interpretation services;
• Make reservations of coffee break, lunch etc.;
• Arrange for accommodation, per diem, and tickets for Applicants who may come for a hearing;
• Plan for the videoconference, recording of hearings, etc.

Participate in the Preparation of the Unit Budget:

• Provide the Executive Team Assistant with estimated accounting data, projections of expenses necessary to run the sessions and all other program to meet the Unit objective as defined by the Executive Team Assistant;
• Arrange the annual work program with the Executive Team Assistant;
• Monitor and review budget expenditure throughout the year;
• Maintain an overview of the divisional budget to draw the attention of the Executive Team Assistant to any discrepancy in implementing the work program.

Competencies (Skills, Experience and Knowledge)

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business Management, Commerce, Administration, or related discipline.
• At least four (4) years of relevant and practical experience in administrative and secretarial roles, in similar offices of international Organizations, Development Banks or similar institutions;
• The ability to provide direct analytical support in the unit’s services such as administrative processing;
• Representing the unit at Bank’s meetings as needed at a non-managerial level;
• The capacity to assimilate the work unit objectives, and services to clients;
• The ability to assimilate the unit’s technical vocabulary.
• The ability to maintain an overview of the divisional budget , to draw the attention of the head of the unit to any discrepancy, in order to avoid disruption in the running of the sessions;
• The ability to plan and initiate the administrative work on time, considering the various parties involved in the Peer Review process, in order to avoid delays and be able to carry through the work programme;
• The incumbent should maintain a good relationship with the other departments involved in the implementation of the work programme, especially with PGCL, PGLS, HR, etc.
• Working knowledge of policies, administrative procedures, and practices relevant to peer review;
• Excellent organization skills and attention to details;
• Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Knowledge of SAP is highly desirable;

Application Closing Date
2nd September, 2023.

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

Job Title: Director, Human Resource Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services

Position Number: 50092471
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

• The Human Resources Operations, Recruitment & Client Services Department (PTCS), focuses on interfacing directly with staff clients through integrated client services to internal and external stakeholders (through HR Operations, Recruitment and Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partnering, and Staff Engagement initiatives).
• This helps the Bank to achieve its strategic agenda through attraction, development, engagement, motivation and retention of a best-in-class workforce.
• The Department is responsible for leading teams in charge of specialized people processes and operations (HR Administration, Payroll, Benefits Management, HR Information systems and processes); talent acquisition and retention; HR strategic business partnership for the Bank and separation or exit management.
• Operating in a business partnering environment, HR Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services Department supports key business initiatives which ensures that core people processes and policies run smoothly and are aligned to the Bank’s strategy.
• The Director leads a team that works closely with senior leaders to deliver on talent acquisition, optimization, and retention and on key people needs, such as effective people management, employee motivation, staff engagement, and performance management.

The Position

• The Director – Human Resources Operations, Recruitment and Client Services oversees the management of two (2) Divisions namely: (i) Client Relations and Staff Engagement (PTCS.1) and (ii) Human Resources Operations (PTCS.2). Reporting to and partnering with the Vice-President, People, and Talent Management, the Director, Human Resources Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services leads a professional HR team in developing organizational strategies, programs, policies, and procedures that enhance the Bank’s brand and strengthen the employee value proposition, while leading the delivery of the Bank’s People Strategy. As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Human Resources Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services works with highly motivated specialists to ensure that the core people operations, policy implementation, and practices are effective, efficient and fit for purpose.
• The core mandate of the Human Resources Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services Director is to address all issues/areas related to core people processes and Human Resources operations, policy implementation, lead best-in-class recruitment operations that build a team of top talent for the Bank, and embed the HR Partnership model in the Bank, leading to improved staff engagement and service delivery.
• The Director ensures that the Bank transforms into an enhanced strategic people-focused organization delivering excellent service.

Key Functions
Under the overall supervision of the Vice President, People and Talent Management (PTVP), the Director Human Resources Operations, Recruitment, and Client Services 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.
• Executing the Bank’s people priorities, ensuring people and talent management best practices are applied consistently, leading to a positive and inspiring organizational culture in the Bank.
• Functioning as a strategic people and talent management business advisor to the Bank’s Senior Management, regarding key people and talent management organizational and management issues, sharing expertise and data-driven recommendations rooted in contextualized best practices.
• Providing guidance and input in organization design interventions, workforce planning, and realignment process, and guide risk management and investigations related to people and talent management.
• Partnering with Senior Management in creating a culture in which gender equality, diversity, and inclusion are reflected in the application of people and talent management policies and practices, and all employee experiences at the Bank.
• Serving as a thought leader to technical teams and coordinate planning and regular measurement and interpretation of staff satisfaction surveys, motivation, and managerial effectiveness; driving the action planning needed to enhance staff engagement, organizational performance, and productivity, using effective communication strategies to ensure a cohesive approach.
• Incubating and testing new people and talent management ideas and processes within the people and talent management operations function and organize pilot programs to ensure rollouts are thoroughly vetted and streamlined before launch.
• Collaborating with Senior Management to identify gaps in team structures while ensuring timely recruitment, focusing on increasing the diverse representation of staff from all member countries.
• Ensuring adequate flow of knowledge and expertise so that clients receive the highest quality support and understanding they need, when and where they need it, and championing the importance of adhering to organizational policies and procedures, including confidentiality.
• Proactively developing timely people and talent management dashboards, encouraging data-driven decision making.
• Formulating and recommending human resources 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.
• Providing leadership and direction to management in the implementation of institutional and people and talent management reforms, by establishing appropriate linkages to the overall strategy of the Bank.
• Resource Management – 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 practices.
• 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.
• Advising Senior Management on the vision and strategic framework for managing its people and talent management and the supporting policies and practices to use Bank staff effectively.
• 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; HR 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 improvement of processes.
• Working experience in a multilateral development organization is an asset.
• Demonstrable experience of working in a client-centric, business partnering environment.
• 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.
• Proven experience in people and talent management theories and principles, 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.
• Strong generalist people and talent management experience, especially in; (i) supporting managers and staff in planning and implementing change, (ii) people and talent management Operations, (iii) people search, attraction, selection, and retention, (iv) culture change and management, (v) equal opportunities and employment policies, (vi) management of people and talent management information systems and processes (vii) leadership competence including coaching and mentoring (viii) people planning and succession management.
• Sound analytical skills – ability to build and analyze people and talent management data accuracy, including people and talent management 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, ERP Systems (preferably SAP HR), e-Recruitment systems, and project management software like share point or any similar software.

Application Closing Date
30th August, 2023.

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