Counsel

JOB PURPOSE

Support the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) in achieving its key result areas by providing legal advice and documentation support to one or more of the following activities: institutional and administrative matters; processing and administration of sovereign loan and technical assistance (TA) projects; law, justice and development; and other advisory work as required. Work within broad policies and objectives with supervision for unfamiliar or critical tasks.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• Supervisor: Assistant General Counsel, OGC
• The following staff positions may be supervised by the incumbent:
  • National Staff
  • Administrative Staff

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

University degree in Law and admission as a lawyer in one or more of ADB’s member countries, preferably at post-graduate level.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Suitability to undertake the responsibilities mentioned above at the required level
• At least 6 years of relevant legal experience, with focus on public international law, employment disputes and litigation, and institutional and administrative law; legal analysis of the status and organization of multilateral development and financing institutions; and practical experience in the formulation and implementation of development projects.
• Demonstrated ability to meet the core competency requirements of the position
• Able to work in multi-cultural and multi-skilled teams Able to inspire trust and confidence and promote a strong culture of honesty, trust, and openness
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Must be able to present and defend complex legal arguments and issues with a high degree of competence
• International experience working in several countries

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

For more details and to apply, visit http://www.adb.org/careers/adb-hr-15-0478

Deadline for applications is on 31 July 2015.

We encourage diversity in our workforce and support an inclusive work environment.

Women are encouraged to apply.

The vision of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a region free of poverty. Established in 1966 and based in Manila, Philippines, ADB’s multicultural staff come from about 67 members. ADB offers a competitive salary and benefits package. While the position advertised is for the ADB headquarters, staff must be prepared to serve in any location outside Manila, Philippines at the discretion of Management. Applicants must be nationals of one of ADB's member countries.