Senior Operational Policy Specialist

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing the Infrastructure for Tomorrow - infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in January 2016 and have since grown to 109 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized up to USD100 billion and rated AAA by the major international credit rating agencies. Working 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 Strategy, Policy and Budget (SPB) Department is responsible for: (i) developing and monitoring the implementation of the Bank’s strategic agenda including its Corporate Strategy and implementation; (ii) developing and overseeing compliance with the Bank’s operational policies and procedures for the Bank’s infrastructure investment portfolio (non-treasury), including environmental, social, procurement and financial management; (iii) managing the Bank’s administrative budget to support the implementation of the annual business plan and strategic agenda. 

The primary responsibilities of the Senior Operational Policy Specialist are to work with the SPB Operational Policy and Quality team to: support the development and implementation of operational policies, directives and guidances through working closely with Investment Operations Departments and other relevant departments; and support the implementation of the Bank’s project quality framework, among other responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.   

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Lead the development and update of operational policies, relevant guidances, reports and other related knowledge products based on operational experience of the Bank through working closely with the Bank’s investment operations teams where required; 

• Lead the policy engagement with internal and external stakeholders in enhancing financing cooperation with partner institutions.  

• Support policy assurance function of SPB for investment projects on daily basis to assist the role of Vice President, Policy and Strategy in providing policy assurance and advising on policy related matters;  

• Support the implementation of the Bank’s project prioritization and quality framework, including the development of internal guidance, templates and other tools to enhance project quality; 

• Identify, develop, and share knowledge and lessons learned from policy implementation and quality framework application; 

• Other responsibilities assigned by supervisor. 

Candidate Requirements: 

• Minimum 8-10 years in an international or bilateral financial institution, preferably with experience in infrastructure financing in 2 or more regions, including Asia. 

• Solid understanding of infrastructure financing and relevant policy matters, with broad knowledge and familiarity with issues in development finance. 

• Understanding the policy making process and being adept at identifying, assessing and dialoguing on policy issues with Governments, clients and stakeholders. 

• Demonstrating a solid track record in delivering development projects (preferably in infrastructure) with team work spirit. 

• Developing innovative solutions. 

• Collaborating seamlessly across boundaries. 

• Working effectively in a multicultural organization. 

• Strong organizational skills and proven track record of results. 

• Strong written and verbal communications skills in English. 

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Public Policy, Economics, Business, Finance from a reputable university.