Senior Project Assistant

Job Vacancy | Saturday, August 15, 2026

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 Country Director (CD), TURM and/or designated Technical International Staff.

Your Role

As a Senior Project Assistant, you will provide operational support in coordinating the Division-wide activities relating to TURM operations. You will provide executive support to the TURM Country Director and front office activities.

You will:

• Assist TURM in the recruitment of consultants and in the preparation of Consultant Management System (CMS) requests and in the documentation for short-listing and processing of contract variations.
• Assist the division with processing of Technical Assistance projects.
• Provide support to TURM events, training programs, conferences, and meetings.
• Manage mission logistics for the Country Director by coordinating mission schedules, facilitating travel and visa arrangements through engagement with internal and external counterparts, and ensuring the preparation of comprehensive mission documentation and itineraries.
• Maintain liaison with government authorities and agencies, development partners and other partners, and ADB HQ to support and facilitate operations and coordination, client and partner relations, and general external relations.
• Arrange office-wide activities, including senior visits from HQ and major events involving ADB at the institution level.
• Ensure intra-office communications, including sharing of guiding information, both from within TURM and from HQ, and among TURM team members.
• Manage efficient and well-monitored records for TURM. Translate incoming correspondence and interpret during meetings with government officials.
• Perform other tasks assigned and reflected in your workplan.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, finance, accounting, business administration, other social science or related fields.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Preferably related experience in international agencies.
• Proficiency in standard software in word-processing, spreadsheets, and graphics 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 links 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
• Staff development

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.

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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.

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