Portfolio Officer (Development Effectiveness - Private Sector) (Base in Beijing) | Sydney, AU

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Portfolio Officer (Development Effectiveness - Private Sector) (Base in Beijing) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Sydney, AustraliaPosted: 5 hours agoType: PermanentSalary: Competitive The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond - infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. AIIB's Portfolio Management Department (PMD) is responsible for monitoring AIIB's rapidly growing investment portfolio, which includes loans and equity investments with or without sovereign guarantees, and assisting management and project teams to ensure portfolio quality. PMD's main functions include: (1) monitoring the entire Investment Operations portfolio and providing portfolio reports and data analytics; (2) managing the non-sovereign-backed financing (NSBF) assets that have been transferred to PMD; (3) coordinating the design and implementation of IT systems for Investment Operations (IO); and (4) providing Secretariat services to the Investment Committee. PMD is recruiting a Portfolio Officer (Development Effectiveness) to strengthen its Corporate Portfolio Monitoring and Data Analytics (CPM) functions for non-sovereign operations. The Portfolio Officer will report directly to a Senior Portfolio Officer under the overall supervision of the Director General (PMD) and focus on assisting project teams in developing and implementing robust development effectiveness systems and results frameworks for AIIB-financed projects that capture their effects on prosperity, people and nature. Responsibilities: Work closely with the Investment Client Departments (ICDs), the Strategy, Policy and Budget Department (SPB), the Sustainability and Fiduciary Solutions Department (SFD), the Sector, Themes and Finance Solutions Department (STF) and the Economics Department (ECON) to ensure robust results measurement frameworks are in place and procedures are developed for each project, sector strategies and the entire portfolio. Advise Project Team Leaders during the due diligence process on the definition of the project objective, the incorporation of lessons learnt and developing results frameworks for their projects, including defining appropriate results indicators, and data collection methods and responsibilities that are relevant and appropriate for the project and the Client. During project implementation and at completion, advise Project Team Leaders and Clients on data collection activities, data quality, estimation of enterprise contribution, identification of risks to development outcomes, including uncertainties on the achievement of positive outcomes and the potential occurrence of unintended negative outcomes. Advise Project Team Leaders and Management on the self-evaluation of the development effectiveness of completed projects. Conduct and support periodic review, benchmarking and reporting on expected and achieved project results and development outcomes; recommend corrective action plans/measures as necessary. At the portfolio level, deliver development effectiveness reports and other related knowledge products. Define the strategy for and lead the development and delivery of a flagship. Participate in strategic planning and ensure the translation of strategic objectives into operational priorities, results frameworks and quality assurance processes. Support Management in the development and updating of operational policies, tools, systems, and processes. Support SPB in the development and monitoring of results frameworks for assigned Sector strategies. In close collaboration with SPB, contribute to the harmonization of development results indicators and the development of measurement tools. For sovereign operations, act as Management's liaison with the Complaints-resolution, Evaluation, and Integrity Unit (CEIU). Requirements: Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in private sector development effectiveness or impact management in an international financial institution or multinational enterprise, preferably with experience in infrastructure financing. Demonstrated experience applying non-financial, ESG reporting standards and frameworks or impact measurement systems of multilateral and bilateral development banks. Advanced data analytics skills are required; spatial economics and data analysis skills are a plus. Understanding of infrastructure economics and familiarity with issues in development finance. Knowledge of climate and gender mainstreaming. Critical thinking skills. Ability to develop innovative solutions for measurement and data sharing. Ability to collaborate seamlessly across boundaries of strategy, investment, safeguarding, and compliance functions. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural organization. Strong organizational skills and proven track record of results. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Master's degree in data science, urban and regional planning, geospatial sciences, business administration, and economics from a reputable university. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr