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# Vice President - Infrastructure, Private Sector and Regional Integration # Grade: EL-3

  • Position N°: NA
  • Reference: ADB/11/195
  • Publication date: 21/11/2011
  • Closing date: 05/12/2011

Objectives

Established in 1964, the African Development Bank (ADB) is the premier pan-African development institution fostering economic growth and social progress in Africa. The ADB’s primary goal is to reduce poverty and improve living standards by mobilising resources in and outside Africa and providing financial and technical assistance for development projects and programs in Africa. The ADB has a total of 77 member states, comprising 53 regional (African) and 24 non-regional countries.

The ADB endeavours to be continuously relevant to its member countries, paying particular attention to both middle and low income countries as well providing meaningful support to its fragile states. At the continental level, the ADB’s vision focuses on Regional Economic Integration, while at the country level, four broad priority themes are predominant: Infrastructure, Governance, Private Sector Development, and Higher and Vocational Education.

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting directly to the President of the Bank, the Vice President for Infrastructure, Private Sector and Regional Integration (OIVP) is responsible for the development and implementation of reliable and sustainable Infrastructure programmes and the promotion of Private Sector activity in Regional Member Countries (RMCs). S/he also leads and coordinates the Bank’s Regional Integration programmes and activities. In addition, the Vice President takes a lead role in hosting various Special Initiatives confided to the Bank by the international community.

The Vice President OIVP will have the responsibility for :

  • Providing leadership in the formulation and implementation of the Bank’s strategies in line with its mission of developing Infrastructure sector activities (Transport and ICT; Energy; Water and Sanitation) in RMCs; addressing the related climate change issues; and promoting Regional Integration, in particular through initiatives such as the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD);
  • Promoting Private Sector Development in RMCs by supporting targeted public sector interventions to improve business climate; financing private sector operations; implementing capacity building initiatives; promoting public-private-partnerships; etc.
  • Fostering the growth, reinforcement and sustainability of the Bank’s demonstrated leadership in Infrastructure and Regional Integration by leveraging the Bank’s competitive advantages in these areas;
  • Providing leadership in the management of change so as to achieve the Bank’s Strategic Plan objectives and meet the evolving requirements of borrowers, shareholders, development partners, and other stakeholders;
  • Fostering an environment that stimulates and rewards initiative and innovation; encouraging continuous learning, open communication and teamwork; and employing managerial best practices to motivate staff and ensure the most productive and cost effective utilisation of the institution’s prime asset;
  • Representing the Bank in key discussions with various stakeholders; providing the leadership required to safeguard and strengthen stakeholder confidence in the Bank’s capabilities, especially with respect to Infrastructure, Private Sector Development and Regional Integration;
  • Serving as an advocate or sponsor for important organizational or process change initiatives;

Selection Criteria

  • A minimum of a Master’s degree or equivalent in Economics, Finance, Social Sciences, Engineering or related disciplines, and preferably a minimum experience of 15 years acquired in the area of development, including interactions with development institutions. The last 5 years should be at a senior management level.
  • Broad knowledge of the state of Infrastructure development in Africa and the linkages with other sectors
  • Strong qualifications and top level experience in Infrastructure financing, Regional Integration and Trade issues in Africa;
  • Familiarity with the work of other Multilateral and Bilateral Development Finance Institutions in assisting economic reform and addressing poverty reduction in developing countries;
  • Experience working in large, multicultural organizations in the public or private sector with a diverse workforce and sensitivity to diversity concerns of staff and Boards of Directors;
  • Proven intellectual leadership in managing and maintaining an efficient and transparent work environment;
  • Established reputation and track record of performance, innovations and change management;
  • Creativity in providing guidance on innovative and cutting edge solutions to financing and implementation of regional infrastructure projects.
  • Ability to listen and communicate effectively with oversight bodies such as multi-national Boards of Executive Directors and Governors and other senior government officials;
  • Ability to think strategically and design long term plans and programs to develop staff in line with strategic priorities;
  • Ability to inspire, generate and sustain staff commitment and professional excellence;
  • Good negotiating skills and ability to communicate orally and write effectively in English and/or French, with a working knowledge of the other.

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