(Senior) Risk Management Specialist
Job Vacancy | Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not apply. Applications received in response to previous posting will be considered together with applications received in response to this advertisement.
Overview
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.
The position is assigned in the Credit Division 2 (RMCD2) within the Office of Risk Management (ORM). The Division provides advice on deal structuring and risk mitigation and provides credit decision and approval particularly for (i) corporate finance transactions and (ii) equity investments. ORM has a broad mandate and ensures that ADB’s Treasury, Sovereign, and Nonsovereign operations are sustainable by safeguarding ADB’s rating, advising Board and Management on risk issues, and implementing and promoting a strong internal risk culture
To view ADB Organizational Chart, please click here.
Job Purpose
The Senior Risk Management Specialist will (i) provide assessments and related due diligence work on ADB’s new private equity fund (“PEF”) investments and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures and transaction structuring inputs including, but not limited to, alignment of interests, fund governance, portfolio models, key persons, and other terms and conditions of the transaction; (ii) monitor and review ADB's existing PEF investments with particular emphasis on conducting annual reviews, ensuring limit compliance, and reviewing waiver and amendment requests; and (iii) support the formulation of relevant ADB policies, guidelines and best practices on PEF investments and portfolio management.
The incumbent will report to Director, RMCD2 and may supervise national and administrative staff.
Responsibilities
a. Risk Assessment and Valuation
- Reviews and assesses the viability of PEF investment proposals, presents findings and recommendations for key transaction risks, covering, inter alia, fund manager, commercial, and structural risks in proposed financing transactions;
- Challenges and assesses from a risk perspective all the key elements of PEF transactions, including but not limited to, fund investment strategies, investment track record, portfolio models, fund governance, fundraising traction, legal terms, and team composition and dynamics;
- Provides advice and recommendations to deal origination teams on fund governance, deal structuring, and other commercial funds terms throughout the risk appraisal process; and
- Provides credit notes for nonsovereign transactions in both the concept review and final approval stages.
b. Transaction Monitoring
- Independently assesses and reviews monitoring reports of nonsovereign PEF transactions, and determines the appropriate frequency of the monitoring report based on the specific risk profile of the transaction and recommending appropriate ratings;
- Assigns an appropriate risk category to a PEF investment based on an assessment of risk factors, including the impact of foreign exchange and other macro-risk developments, compliance with investment objectives, investment track record, fund manager capability, reasonableness of valuations, key value drivers, overall quality of the investment portfolio, exit prospects, corporate governance, and key persons risk;
- Evaluates and recommends approval for waivers, amendments, and consents related to various proposed changes to terms and conditions in transaction or shareholder documentation and other changes to the legal documents for previously approved transactions;
- Recommends proceedings including those relevant to effective corporate governance, shareholder rights and structure, capital measures, risk defeasance arrangements as applicable to reduce the risk profile and / or enhance the value of transactions; refers impaired transaction to ORM's Remedial Management Unit and provides support for work-outs of impaired equity transactions to maximize the recovery of invested capital.
c. Others
- Assumes ad hoc project duties and other forms of assignments including but not limited to (i) providing coaching and mentoring to reporting staff and ensuring their on-going learning and development; (ii) providing support and inputs in the review and updating of ADB's policies, guidelines and practices on risk management; (iii) sharing knowledge of emerging best practices; and (iv) providing support in organizing and conducting risk training to promote risk culture in ADB.
Qualifications
Relevant Experience & Requirements
- Master’s degree or equivalent in finance, business administration, economics or other related fields; or University degree in finance, business administration, economics or other related fields combined with at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
- At least 8 years of relevant experience in an international bank, private equity fund, hedge fund, and/or multilateral/bilateral development organization in the areas of equity origination, equity portfolio administration, risk management and investment appraisal.
- Excellent knowledge and demonstrated track record in all areas of valuations and risk management of PEF transactions; and proven ability to capture substantial risk considerations of transactions under review.
- Experience in valuation and pricing of early stage, pre-initial public offering and listed equities and ability to assess proposed exit strategies; and excellent knowledge and practical experience in different price discovery processes.
- Experience with private equity funds as well as a strong network of contacts with private equity funds in the region.
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks, and relevant risk-related policies
- Strong project management and execution skills, including the ability to effectively drive complex, multifaceted matters to conclusion in an aggressive timeframe.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- International experience working in development in several countries.
Please refer to link and link for ADB Competency Framework for International Staff Levels 4 and 5 respectively.
General Considerations
The selected candidate, if new to ADB, is appointed for an initial term of 3 years.
ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual appointment salary will be based on ADB’s standards and computation, taking into account the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.
ADB seeks 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.
Please note that the actual level and salary will be based on qualifications of the selected candidate.
