Job Opportunities at African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

The Complex

• The President, plans, supervises and manages the business of the Bank Group. Under the direction of the Boards of Directors, the President conducts the business of the Bank and the African Development Fund and manages operations and activities in accordance with the Agreements establishing the ADB and the ADF.
• The President supervises several Departments and Units including Office of the President (PRST0); Independent Development Evaluation Department (BDEV); Office of Integrity and Anti-Corruption (PIAC); Compliance Review and Mediation Unit (BCRM); Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board (BSAB); Administrative Tribunal (BATR); Office of the Auditor General (PAGL); Group Risk Management Directorate (PGRM);  General Counsel and Legal Services Department (PGCL); Communication and External Relations Department (PCER); Staff Integrity and Ethics Office (PETH) and Office of the Secretary General & General Secretariat(PSEG)

The Hiring Department / Division

• The Office of Integrity and Anti-Corruption (PIAC) plays an integral role in achieving the mandate of Bank Group by protecting the Bank’s corporate image and reputation, and improving the continent's investment climate through the deterrence, prevention and reduction of fraud, corruption, staff misconduct and other harmful practices within the Bank Group.
• The Investigation Division (PIAC2) has the overriding mandate to undertake unhindered investigations into allegations of corruption, fraud and other malpractices in Bank Group Financed Operations and to conduct investigations into allegations of misconduct involving staff members of the Bank.

The Position

• The Investigation and IT Assistant reports to the Manager PIAC2, and work closely with the Senior Investigation and IT Forensic Officer.
• He/she assists in investigations into allegations of sanctionable practices and staff misconduct; and provides a wide range of IT assistance to PIAC Department including but not limited to installation, upgrade and deployment of equipment or applications, end user support, daily backup management, network infrastructure maintenance & documentation, end user training, internet research and IT evidence collection, data processing and troubleshooting any technical issues.
• He/She will further assist in developing and maintaining effective databases of PIAC activities and support the implementation of IT related activities

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Division Manager PIAC2, the Investigation & IT Assistant shall carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

• As part of a team or under the direct supervision of the Division Manager PIAC2, provide assistance in investigations into allegations of staff misconduct, fraud and corruption in Bank-wide activities and operations both inside and outside the Bank
• Conduct initial screening of allegations received on the confidential telephone hotline, email or through regular post
• Collect documents and other evidentiary items (i.e. video, photographs, electronic stored information etc.) relevant to the matter being investigated
• Assist the Senior Investigation and IT Forensic Officer  in electronic evidence seizure
• Assist in the analysis and processing of evidentiary items
• Provide IT systems support, infrastructure development and maintenance; back-up activities; Case Management System (CMS) and case intake channel administration as deemed appropriate by the Manager PIAC2
• Provide IT support and database systems administration:
• Systems monitoring to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of PIAC’s network infrastructure
• Research, troubleshoot and take remedial action to resolve incidents, issues or irregularities, reporting all such matters to the Manager PIAC2.
• Assist the Senior Investigation and IT Forensic Officer administer the department’s internal network, internet services and troubleshoot technical issues
• Provide IT support services in the implementation of departmental activities such as due diligence, data analytics and integrity reviews of projects
• Ensure that the department has IT databases to store information on programs and activities
• Perform daily systems back-ups and media management
• Work with the Senior Investigation and IT Forensic Officer and the Records Assistant on evidence handling processes, methodologies and storage.
• Research and troubleshoot system issues and recommend remedial actions
• Application and equipment deployment, and end user support in the use of PIAC IT systems
• Assist with end user training in standard software and use of technology
• Assist in training in the use of the Case Management System (CMS)
• Establish and maintain updated hardware and software inventory
• Undertake any other duties assigned by the Director of PIAC or Manager PIAC2

Selection Criteria

• Hold at least a Bachelor in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
• Certificate in any computer forensic software is advantageous
• A minimum At least five (5) years of relevant post qualification experience, IT compliance and investigation
• Experience in an international organization would be an advantage
• Experience in investigation work
• Knowledge in essential aspects of computer security, databases, networks and digital forensic evidence handling
• Adequate IT knowledge that can improve efficiency and easy access to relevant documents and evidentiary items ensuring effective investigative processes that contribute to the attainment of favourable KPIs
• Ability to maintain/improve the integrity of PIAC’s information systems
• Strong time management
• Ability to multi-task with fine attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage challenges
• Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team
• Strong ability to provide quick response and support to requests
• Discretion, Integrity and Honesty
• Communication,
• Problem solving
• Team spirit
• Organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, preferably with a strong working knowledge of the other language. Being fully bilingual (English and French) would be an added advantage.
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft Office Suite applications; knowledge of SAP is an added advantage.

The Complex

• The President, plans, supervises and manages the business of the Bank Group. Under the direction of the Boards of Directors, the President conducts the business of the Bank and the African Development Fund and manages operations and activities in accordance with the Agreements establishing the African Development Bank and the African Development Fund.
• The President supervises several Departments and Units including Office of the President; Independent Development Evaluation Department; Integrity and Anti-Corruption Department; Compliance Review and Mediation Unit; Secretariat to the Sanctions Appeals Board; Administrative Tribunal; Office of the Auditor General; Group Risk Management Directorate; General Counsel and Legal Services Department; Communication and External Relations Department; Staff Integrity and Ethics Office and Office of the Secretary General and General Secretariat.

The Hiring Department/Division

• The purpose of the Department is to plan, prepare and implement public relations and institutional communication programs designed to make the Bank better known by its various audiences so as to promote social and economic development in Africa, and to establish and maintain the Bank’s credibility and good reputation as Africa’s leading development finance institution.
• The Department is also responsible for enabling the Bank to understand better, how the institution is perceived both internally and externally.

The Position
Under the general guidance and supervision of the Director Communication and External Relations, the incumbent:

• Provide assistance in the administrative, financial and personnel support services of a programme, office or organization Unit by compiling and maintaining budget and payments; coordinating changes in office space; processing requisitions for equipment and supplies; maintaining office records; providing general information on and monitoring the timely and accurate documentation of actions related to recruitment, appointments, promotions, transfers, allowances and benefits, travel authorizations and claims; and arranging facilities for meetings and notifying participants.
• In addition, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for maintaining the liaison with other organizational units

Duties and responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Director, the Administrative Assistant  has the following responsibilities:

Meetings:

• Prepare documents, briefing papers, reports, spreadsheets and presentations.
• Acts as secretary at meetings. Drafts the minutes of the meetings; establishes a reporting system on all decisions taken during the meetings for follow up of implementation of outstanding decisions.
• Processes the schedule of inter departmental meetings within the Bank, consultation and bi lateral meetings with between Bank and other partners.
• The request to incur representation expenses; follow up of actions to be taken by concerned services
• Represents the department at Finance/Budget meetings related to carry over budget meetings with FIFC, CHGS and budget departments and disseminates information on any guidelines, instructions, communicated during the meetings

Administration, Budget and Finance:

• Assists in and advises the Director and Managers on a variety of administrative and personnel matters;
• Establishes stock control system for the management of office supplies and other bank properties (Personal computers, printers, faxes ...); centralizes requests for office supplies submitted by staff within the department and makes provisions in order to ensure distribution of the required items.
• Advises on the allocation of support staff to meet priorities, workload and timeliness; participates in recruitment of temporary local staff by reviewing candidatures; pre-selecting candidates, and participating in interview panel, providing reports for decision making, drafting terms of reference and follow-up of their recruitment.
• Negotiates with CHGS allocation of appropriate office space for the Unit by providing justifications; responsible for organizing and coordinating office moving operations.
• Contributes to preparation of budget of department as as Mid-year budget retrospective by:
  • Collecting facts and presenting them for decision making; recording data, monitoring and reporting on the department budget implementation level;
  • Initiating actions on expenses to be incurred, processing requests for recruitment of  short-term   staff and consultants, missions, with particular attention to the procedures, follow-up of the required travel authorizations, contracts and payments.
  • Arrange travel, visa and accommodation for staff going on missions.
• Initiate and prepare various administrative documents and forms, such as staff list, Staff missions, training programs, staff absence (annual leave, home leave, excused absence and maternity leave) as well as statistical data when required on staff.
• Manage create process reports in SAP.
• Store inventory control, reception, management and distribution of promotional items.
• Follow up on requests addressed to the department via the PCER support platform.

Reporting and Correspondence:

• The department's reports and the reporting on level of work executed by (i) reminding and collecting the work programs from Managers and staff; (ii) proofreading and formatling their inputs, and submitting (within the required deadline) to the Director.
• Correspondence that requires research and/or discussion on administrative and technical matters such as:
• Information memoranda to staff,
• Various obtain information or approval from other departments in respect requests related to administrative issues.
• Assist applicable programming of the Department activities by appropriate software, entering project information producing the Department's reports.
• Liaise with professional staff in the Division to obtain information for special and ongoing projects.

Secretarial Duties:

• Ensure maintenance of sufficient stocks of stationery and other basic office requisites.
• Track and follow-up on documents, deal with incoming emails, faxes and general mails.
• Handle internal and general public enquiries; screen telephone calls and requests, and handle them as appropriate; welcome and look after visitors; organize and maintain electronic diaries and make appointments.
• Maintain confidential records and filing of report s, correspondence and related material for ease of referral.
• Source and documents for research purposes and ascertain d techniques required to projects.

Selection Criteria

• Hold at least a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Commerce, Administration or related discipline, preferably supplemented with courses in secretarial training/administration/office management (BTS or DUT).
• Knowledge of secretarial skills and duties
• Knowledge of administration duties
• Experience in drafting general or administrative correspondence on own initiative or on the basis of instructions
• Experience in coordinating, scheduling and management of program at senior executive level (daily schedule and long-term schedule).
• Experience in supporting operations of international organizations is preferable;
• Excellent organizational, and communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure in the dynamic setting of an international and multicultural setting.
• Handling speedily and efficiently internal and external requests.
• Ability to work and cooperate with others from diverse background
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French, with a working knowledge of the other. Proficiency in both languages is an asset.
• Competence in the use of standard Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)

The Complex

• The Vice-Presidency for Finance oversees the financial management of the Bank Group. This encompasses the Bank Group’s treasury activities including borrowings from the capital markets and investment activities; controllership functions including financial reporting and loan administration; strategic resource mobilization and the strengthening of the non-statutory financial resources and instruments; the overall asset/liability management for the Bank Group.

The Hiring Department / Division

• The overall objective of the Financial Management Department is to safeguard and improve the Bank Group’s risk bearing capacity while looking to optimize efficiency to benefit clients, shareholders and staff.
• The role of the Treasury Risk Management Division is the management and reporting of treasury risk and the oversight of treasury activities that enable the Bank to make informed and profitable investment and borrowing decisions thereby preserving capital, optimizing profitability and maintaining a strong credit rating. The Division’s objectives are to:
• Identify, measure, monitor and mitigate market and credit risks in the Bank’s Treasury operations;
• Ensure the timely reporting of the Treasury Department’s borrowing and investment activities;
• Build an efficient control framework to ensure the adherence to the Bank’s policies, Assets and Liabilities Management (ALM) guidelines and to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS);
• Provide efficient information systems and analytical support tools to the Treasury Department to improve the decision-making process.

The Position

• Under the supervision of the Division Manager, the Principal Treasury Risk Officer is responsible for compliance monitoring and risk reporting of treasury activities, market and counterparty credit risk exposures and the provision of related treasury risk expertise in support of the overall risk management activities if the Bank Group.

Duties and Responsibilities
Manage market and counterparty credit risks of the Treasury Operations:

• Responsible for the identification, measurement, analysis, monitoring and mitigation of the credit, counterparty, market and liquidity risks borne by the Bank’s treasury activities
• Monitor the market and credit exposure of treasury investment and liability portfolios and produce ad-hoc reports in case of changes in market conditions or counterparty credit quality that may affect treasury operations;
• Monitor and advise on limits for credit risk exposure concentration by credit rating categories and types of counterparties;
• Review the terms of new funding proposals received by counterparties. Ensure that the Bank has the internal capacity to fair value new borrowing transactions;
• Advise on the financial terms of local currency and rate fixing loan swaps proposals;
• Review credit support annexes of International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) agreements and the terms of risk mitigation techniques related to exposure netting with counterparties and collateral posting;
• Produce quarterly financial risks analysis for Asset and Liability Committee (ALCO), Financial Control Department and Treasury Risk Division Management.
• Perform recurrent analysis and compute advanced risk indicators for:
• The quarterly Bank Capital Adequacy related to Treasury Operations;
• The annual Market Risk Review for the Board;
• The annual Rating Review Presentation to the rating agencies;
• The Risk Dashboard for the Management and the Board.
• Perform other ad-hoc analysis and risk reports on treasury related market and credit risk measures.

Supervise treasury reporting and risk control activities:

• Review monthly reports on treasury investment management, liability management, counterparty exposures and compliance for Asset and Liability Management Committee (ALCO) and perform related verifications on the integrity of market and credit data input;
• Provide third level support and guidance on treasury portfolios valuations, daily and weekly reporting issues as well as on transactions risk control and processing issues;
• Monitor approved lists of International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) and International Securities Market Association (ISMA) agreements, depository banks, brokers and futures counterparties;

Serve as a focal point for Treasury Risk expertise:

• Design and perform financial validation on models (calibration, pricing, and model greeks) across multiple asset classes
• Produce and deliver key derivatives valuation reports and ensuring that the calculations required are performed in alignment with best market practices.
• Lead the development, enhancement and maintenance of the quantitative risk analytics, models, methodologies and frameworks;
• Lead Treasury Risk views in Asset and Liability Working Groups related to Interest Rate Risk, Projections, Financial Products and/or Currency Risk Management;

Lead the implementation of risk measurement framework improvement:

• Design systems and procedures for the improvement of treasury risk analytics and measurement framework;
• Team up with Treasury Risk Information Technology Officers to develop new reports, dashboards and controls as well as decision support tools that improve the efficiency of treasury activities and related market and counterparty credit risk management activities. That includes to produce or oversee the specifications for functionalities that need to be built, to perform or organize the functional tests and to train staffs after implementation;
• Monitor evolving treasury systems data requirement, participate as a business/functional expert to the migrations to new versions;
• Keep abreast of evolutions on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and conduct the implementation of necessary developments to ;
• Keep abreast of new methodologies on market and counterparty credit risks best practices, and conduct the implementation of needed measures and required evolutions;

Coordinate proposals for reforms on guidelines and procedures:

• Elaborate and formulate policy proposals for amendments of Asset and Liability Management guidelines when necessary;
• Coordinate the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations;
• Review and collect inputs on treasury risk management operational procedures, propose new controls and optimized processes to reduce operational risk and to ensure compliance to standards;
• Organize the update of procedures manuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the division manager

Selection Criteria

• Hold at least a Master's degree or its equivalent in quantitative subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Financial Engineering, Statistics or Banking.
• Professional certification in Risk and/or Finance such as Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Professional Risk Manager (PRM), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF) will be an advantage.
• Have a minimum of six (06) years of relevant professional experience in International Financial Institutions or Investment Banks, with a large scope of treasury or fixed income activities and reporting. Working experience in Fixed Income and Derivatives front-office, middle-office or risk management departments will be an advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of market and Counterparty Credit risk management techniques (VaR, CVA,DVA,PFE),  International Financial Reporting Standards, quantitative financial and risk modelling tools and methods of fixed income securities (yield curve modelling, bond and derivative pricing, Monte Carlo Simulations, sensitivity measures) are required.
• Communication; Client orientation; Team working and relationships; Operational effectiveness.
• Analytical and numerical skills with a good eye for detail.
• Ability to cope under pressure with strong planning and organization skills.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multicultural team.
• Experience in using Summit, Bloomberg, Reuters, Numerix or MSCI Credit Manager software, as well as a knowledge of light programming or database languages like Excel VBA, SQL or C++ would be an advantage.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English or French preferably with a working knowledge of the other language.