The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is Hiring a Senior Gender Officer (Gender-Based Violence): Apply by April 22, 2025, 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT

Senior Gender Officer (Gender-Based Violence)
Reference Number: 250238
Department: Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department
Division: Gender Equality Division
Location: Asian Development Bank Headquarters, Manila, Philippines
Closing Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you passionate about driving meaningful change and tackling pressing gender issues in Asia? The Asian Development Bank (ADB) invites you to apply for the Senior Gender Officer (Gender-Based Violence) position within the Gender Equality Division (CCGE) of the Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department (CCDD).

ADB is dedicated to promoting sustainable development and reducing poverty across the Asia-Pacific region. This is your chance to be part of an organization that is making a significant impact on the future of Asia.

About the Role

As the Senior Gender Officer (Gender-Based Violence), you will play a crucial role in advancing ADB’s work on preventing, mitigating, and responding to gender-based violence (GBV), including sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) in ADB-financed projects. You will work closely with sector teams, project teams, and key stakeholders to implement policies, protocols, and guidelines that ensure ADB’s operations are safeguarding against GBV/SEAH risks.

This position offers an opportunity to work on gender equality issues at the forefront of ADB’s operations, providing you with the chance to make a lasting impact on gender-based violence prevention in Asia.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy Development: Contribute to the development of procedures, guidelines, and protocols related to GBV/SEAH prevention and response in ADB operations.
• Operational Support: Provide technical assistance to sovereign and nonsovereign project teams on applying internal guidance and tools to manage GBV/SEAH risks.
• Capacity Building: Support the design and delivery of capacity development programs for ADB staff, government partners, and private sector clients.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with government officials, development partners, and private sector clients on GBV/SEAH and broader gender equality issues.
• Technical Assistance Projects: Support the processing and management of Technical Assistance (TA) projects aimed at addressing SEAH in ADB-financed projects.
• Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to research, country profiles, and service provider mapping to expand knowledge on GBV/SEAH across the region.
• Collaboration: Work closely with ADB’s Office for Safeguards (OSFG) and other divisions to ensure effective safeguards policy implementation and practice.
• Management Briefings: Prepare and present technical inputs for management briefings on GBV/SEAH topics as required.
• Other Responsibilities: Support the wider Gender Equality Division’s work program, performing additional tasks as assigned by the Director or designated supervisor.

Qualifications

To be considered for the Senior Gender Officer (Gender-Based Violence) position, applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in gender equality, social sciences, development studies, law, economics, or related fields. A Master’s degree or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience: At least 8 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a development organization. Minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience is required.
• Expertise in Gender-Based Violence: In-depth understanding and knowledge of safeguarding against GBV/SEAH risks in development operations, including familiarity with relevant policies and procedures.
• International Development Experience: Experience with multilateral development bank (MDB) policies and procedures on GBV/SEAH and social safeguards is an asset.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in IT systems, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online platforms. Familiarity with ADB’s IT systems is advantageous.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Ability to communicate complex gender-related issues to a diverse audience.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, multicultural environment, with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Benefits

ADB offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits plan, including:

• Paid leave (including parental leave)
• Medical and health benefits
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development opportunities
• Retirement plan
• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits (for international staff)

About ADB

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines. Composed of 69 member countries, ADB is dedicated to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia.

Through its financing, knowledge, and partnerships, ADB works to eradicate extreme poverty and promote long-term development across the Asia-Pacific region, in line with its Strategy 2030 vision.

Application Process

To apply, submit your application by Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT). ADB encourages all qualified candidates, regardless of racial, ethnic, religious, or cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, or disabilities, to apply. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

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Make a significant impact on gender equality and become part of ADB’s mission to foster prosperity in Asia. Apply now and help drive positive change across the region.

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