Associate Statistics Officer (Data Science)

Job Vacancy | Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on 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 Associate Statistics Officer (Data Science) is assigned to the Data Division (ERDD) within the Economic Research and Development Impact Department (ERDI). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

You will report to Director, ERDD and Senior Officer.

Your Role

As Associate Statistics Officer (Data Science), you will help build the technical capacity of the Data Division, with emphasis on environment, biodiversity and climate specializations. You will contribute to the statistical/economic research work of the department; help prepare the annual flagship Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific (KI) and other knowledge products; contribute to data capacity building in DMCs; and support Director, ERDD in areas of quantitative analyses, technical assistance (TA), administrative matters, and work plans.

You will:

Knowledge Sharing

Support quantitative (econometric, machine learning and AI) analyses in assigned projects, including coding, data processing and model applications using appropriate software; contribute to ERDI publications, working papers, peer-reviewed journal articles, ADB briefs and documents for Management; develop relevant capacity building activities, both internally within ADB and in developing member countries, including preparation of training materials.

Operations Support

Support data science and AI projects which are relevant to ADB operations, from project design, data management and preprocessing to analyses of findings; oversee and implement the design, implementation and administration of technical assistance projects; peer review colleagues' knowledge work and oversee research associates, consultants and project analysts in completion of work to the highest quality and promptly.

Qualifications

You will need:

• Master's degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, AI, or Computer Science, or related fields and at least 5 years specialized experience in environment, biodiversity and sustainability topics. A PhD in these fields will be a distinct advantage.
• At least 5 years' work experience in related field, with evidence of high-quality research output and record of publications in international peer-reviewed professional economics, data science or related journals.
• In-depth knowledge of the research process.
• Written and verbal proficiency in English.
• Excellent project management capabilities as shown in projects completed and delivered.
• Proficiency in using spreadsheets, statistical/econometric software (STATA, Python, R and SQL), database applications, and knowledge in implementing automated routines.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical Local Staff Level TL4.

Benefits:

ADB offers competitive compensation 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
● Medical and health benefits
● Paid leave (including parental)
● Life and other insurance plans
● Staff development

Additional Information

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (3) years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 (“Recruitment and Appointment’). This appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may be renewed for a period of up to three years, or not renewed. There is no limit on the number of renewals. This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

About Us

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 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 69 members.

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