Head of Governance Team (Base in Beijing)

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A multilateral development bank in Dubai seeks a senior governance professional with over 15 years of experience in leadership roles. The successful candidate will manage budgets, support audits, and foster collaboration within the team. A Master's degree in a relevant field and excellent communication skills in English are required. Join a diverse and innovative environment focused on creating a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of working experience in government, MDBs, or financial institutions.
• Strong ability to conduct dialogue with government agencies and financial partners.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the annual budget of the Secretariat and monitor its execution.
• Support the annual external audit and coordinate with the Auditor.
• Organize team-building activities and prepare an annual training plan.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multilateral cooperation

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in law, political science, business administration, finance, or economics

Job description

The governance team includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Regularly update the Rules of Procedures of the MCDF Secretariat.
• Organize weekly staff meetings and prepare minutes.
• Manage the assistants pool to allocate administrative support to team members of the Secretariat and coordinate and oversee the work of assistants, ensuring timely and accurate administrative support.
• Prepare the annual budget of the Secretariat and monitor and report on budget execution and review.
• Act as the focal point for the Administrator regarding contribution and fund management, following relevant rules and procedures of the Administrator.
• For effective fund management, inform the Administrator of decisions of the GC and approved financing associated with such decisions, prepare regular updates on cash available for investment forecasts to facilitate investment decisions, and regularly report funds available for investment to the CEO of the MCDF Secretariat and the GC.
• Support the annual external audit and periodic internal audit of the MCDF, in coordination with the Auditor and/or the Administration.
• Coordinate the Administrator's support and services on procurement, office space and equipment, information technology, human resources, legal support, accounting and cost control, and disbursement of the Secretariat budget.
• Oversee the procurement requests of the MCDF Secretariat and ensure a smooth procurement process in compliance with the Administrator's policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive contact management database and document management system.
• Elaborate, maintain, and implement a business continuity plan for the MCDF Secretariat, under the guidance of the Administrator and in coordination with other teams of the Secretariat.
• Organize team-building activities to foster a positive and collaborative work environment, and prepare an annual training plan for the MCDF Secretariat.
• Other tasks as designated by the CEO.

Requirements:

• Minimum 15 years of working experience in government or government agencies, multilateral development banks (MDBs), financial institutions, or other relevant organizations.
• A master's degree or equivalent in law, political science, business administration, finance, economics, or related fields from a reputable university.
• Deep understanding of multilateral cooperation mechanisms and financial instruments, and extensive experience in the governance and administration of multilateral partnerships and funding facilities.
• Demonstrated strong ability to conduct effective and efficient dialogue with government agencies, IFIs, and other development finance institutions, as well as private sector partners.
• A solution-oriented leader with a multitasking mindset to help overcome challenges and deliver high-quality results.
• Strong team leadership and collaboration skills.
• Able to thrive as a responsible, cooperative, and accountable member of a management team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with diverse skills, experiences, and abilities, selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation.

Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.

Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.

ALL CURRENT VACANCIES

• Closing Date: All opportunities close at 11:59 (GMT+8) on the listed dates.
• Job Type: Recruitment of staff is conducted through a merit-based competitive selection process. AIIB strives to provide employment opportunities to all suitably qualified applicants, regardless of religion, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, or nationality.