Overview of actors

Asian Development Bank
(
ADB
)

ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty.

ADB supports projects in developing member countries that create economic and development impact, delivered through both public and private sector operations, advisory services, and knowledge support. Strategy 2030 sets the course for ADB's efforts to respond effectively to Asia and the Pacific's changing needs.

ADB operations are designed to support the three complementary agendas of inclusive economic growth, environmentally sustainable growth, and regional integration.

Focusing on the following sustainable development goals (SDGs)

No Poverty
Zero Hunger
Good Health and Well-being
Quality Education
Gender Equality
Clean Water and Sanitation
Affordable and Clean Energy
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Reduced Inequalities
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Responsible Consumption and Production
Climate Action
Life Below Water
Life on Land
Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Partnerships to achieve the Goals

How we work

ADB assists its members, and partners, by providing loans, technical assistance, grants, and equity investments to promote social and economic development.

ADB maximises the development impact of its assistance by facilitating policy dialogues, providing advisory services, and mobilising financial resources through cofinancing operations that tap official, commercial, and export credit sources.

... and why

ADB’s mission is to help developing member countries reduce poverty and improve the quality of life of their people.

Career opportunities

Seeking candidates mainly in

Agriculture and Forestry
Banking and Finance
Economics
Education and Training
Environment and Disaster Risk Management
Health and Nutrition
Information and Communication Technology
Private Sector Development

With employees from more than 60 countries, ADB is a place of real diversity. At ADB, we want to create an inclusive work environment where all forms of diversity are respected and valued. We embrace diversity and inclusion, regardless of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin and race, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, physical ability, and thinking style. Every staff member is unique and counts. You can help us make the region a better place.

Opportunities offered

Internships for students yes
Traineeships/Talent programs for graduates no
Positions/programs for young professionals yes
Staff positions for professionals yes
Senior or management positions yes
Consultancy opportunities yes
See current vacancies on cinfoPoste

Type of organisation

Multilateral development bank

Field(s) of activity

Development Cooperation

Headquarters

Manila, Philippines

Region(s) of operation

Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Middle East and Northern Africa
North America
South/East Asia and Pacific
Western and Central Europe

Number of employees

In Switzerland:
None

Outside Switzerland:
More than 1000

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