Natural Resources and Agriculture Specialist

The Asian Development Bank is seeking a Natural Resources and Agriculture Specialist in Manila, Philippines. The role involves developing policies and programs in natural resources management, agriculture, and rural development. Candidates should have a relevant university degree and at least 6 years of experience in the field. Benefits include competitive compensation, paid leave, and health coverage. This is a full-time position based in Manila.
Foster Prosperity in Asia and be a catalyst for positive change with the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Our mission is to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region. Join our team of experts working towards a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific.
Role and Responsibilities
• Contribute to the formulation and articulation of policy, strategies and programs/projects on natural resources management, biodiversity conservation, agriculture/fishery/livestock development and value chain, agriculture and rural financing, and/or rural development in developing member countries (DMCs).
• Lead in identifying, developing, processing, implementing and administering loans, grants, technical assistance (TA) projects, and provide relevant stakeholders with necessary technical support and knowledge for projects.
• Provide oversight and guidance to project teams, specifically in areas of project implementation and development effectiveness, in designing, and processing of loans, grants, technical assistance (TA) projects.
Requirements
• A University degree in natural resource policy or economics, agriculture, food marketing, environmental science/management, agriculture economics/engineering, agriculture science, or other relevant areas.
• At least 6 years of relevant professional experience in natural resources, management, biodiversity conservation, ecology and ecosystem restoration, regenerative agriculture, agriculture/fishery/livestock development and value chain, agriculture and rural financing, and/or rural development.
• Experience in preparing, processing and administrating projects (i.e., loans, grants, TAs) in the above-mentioned technical areas.
• Experience in coordinating with external partners, such as universities, climate and agriculture-related international organizations, and private companies for knowledge and project opportunities.
• International experience working in several countries, preferably ADB developing member countries.
Benefits
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
• 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)
About Us

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines, and composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.