Senior Project Assistant,

## Senior Project Assistant, Ankara, Türkiye - Organization:ADB - Asian Development Bank - Office:ADB - Asian Development Bank in Ankara Reference Number: 260819 Department: Central and West Asia Department Division: Türkiye Resident Mission Location: Türkiye Resident Mission Date Posted: Saturday, August 15, 2026 Closing Date: Friday, October 9, 2026 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT) Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia: Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region. Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship: The position of Senior Project Assistant is assigned to the Türkiye Resident Mission (TURM) within the Central and West Department (CWRD). You will be based at our Resident Mission Office in Ankara, Türkiye. You will report to the designated Technical International Staff and/or officer. Your Role: As a Senior Project Assistant, you will provide operational support for Türkiye's technical and operational activities, including but not limited to programming, data management, and reporting. - Provide operational support for TURM International Staff for leading Country Management Team (CMT) to discuss strategic directions of the country operations and for programming further cooperation. The tasks include compiling and managing data on pipeline projects, coordinating with CMT members for inputs and scheduling, preparing draft minutes of discussion for each CMT, maintaining a list of pipeline projects in good order. - Coordinate with project teams for ensuring project readiness requirements for pipeline projects and compile and maintain information to up to date. - Compile, maintain, and monitor data and statistics on the country's portfolio, coordinating with project teams on contract awards, disbursements, financial management, safeguards, and output achievement (annual projection, quarterly achievable estimates, and actual status). - Provide analytical and operational support for preparing annual portfolio report, quarterly portfolio performance review meetings report, tripartite portfolio review meetings, and country portfolio review meeting. - Coordinate with government authorities and agencies, development partners and other partners, and ADB HQ to support and facilitate programming and portfolio matters. - Monitor the implementation and registration status on Client Portal for Disbursement (CPD) System, coordinating and giving guidance to project teams. - Provide substantial inputs for recruiting consultants through Consultant Management System (including draft Terms of Reference and draft evaluation report), and manages contracts including amendments, payment, cancelation, among others. - Perform other tasks as assigned and reflected in your workplan. - Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, finance, accounting, business administration, any other social science or related fields. - At least 5 years of relevant work experience in data management, data analysis, monitoring, and preparation of reports, statistics, dashboards, or management information. - Preferably with related experience in international agencies. - Experience working with government partners an advantage. - Proficiency in standard software programs and information technologies such as in MS Office Suite. - Good understanding of the role and responsibilities of the office and a good general understanding of ADB's purpose and operations in Türkiye. - Proficiency in written and verbal communications skills in English and Turkish. - Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TL2. Benefits: ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience. - Housing and education allowance (if applicable) - Expatriate benefits (if applicable) - Retirement plan (if applicable) - Medical and health benefits - Paid leave (including parental) - Life and other insurance plans Additional Information: This appointment is open to internal and external applicants. This opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and permanent residents of Türkiye. This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff's particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff's performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. About Us: ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together, ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives, build quality infrastructure, and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966, ADB is headquartered in Manila and owned by 69 members—50 from the region. ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members. To view ADB Organizational Chart, please click here. ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.