Senior Project Assistant

Asian Development Bank (ADB); Çankaya; On-site; TRY 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing & education allowance

Expatriate benefits

Retirement plan

Medical benefits

Paid leave

Life insurance

Staff development

Job summary

Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Türkiye, Ankara, seeks a Senior Project Assistant to support Türkiye's technical operations. You will manage data, assist with programming, and prepare reports for the country portfolio, coordinating with government partners and CMT for strategic directions.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of data-focused experience, strong English and Turkish communication, and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, finance, accounting, business administration, or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience in data management, data analysis, monitoring, and preparing reports, statistics, dashboards, or MIS.
• Experience with international agencies and government partners is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support for Türkiye's technical and operational activities, including programming, data management, and reporting.
• Coordinate with International Staff and CMT for inputs, scheduling, and minutes of meetings.
• Monitor portfolio data, contracts, disbursements, safeguards, and output achievement.
• Prepare annual portfolio reports and quarterly/per review meetings.
• Coordinate with government authorities, development partners, and ADB HQ on programming and portfolio matters.
• Assist in procurement and consultant management processes and draft TORs.

Skills

Data management

Data analysis

Monitoring

Reporting

Dashboards

Management information

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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 designated Technical International Staff and/or officer.

Your Role

As a Senior Project Assistant, you will provide operational support for Türkiye's technical and operational activities, including but not limited to programming, data management, and reporting.

You Will

• Provide operational support for TURM International Staff for leading Country Management Team (CMT) to discuss strategic directions of the country operations and for programming further cooperation. The tasks include compiling and managing data on pipeline projects, coordinating with CMT members for inputs and scheduling, preparing draft minutes of discussion for each CMT, maintaining a list of pipeline projects in good order.
• Coordinate with project teams for ensuring project readiness requirements for pipeline projects and compile and maintain information to up to date.
• Compile, maintain, and monitor data and statistics on the country's portfolio, coordinating with project teams on contract awards, disbursements, financial management, safeguards, and output achievement (annual projection, quarterly achievable estimates, and actual status).
• Provide analytical and operational support for preparing annual portfolio report, quarterly portfolio performance review meetings report, tripartite portfolio review meetings, and country portfolio review meeting.
• Coordinate with government authorities and agencies, development partners and other partners, and ADB HQ to support and facilitate programming and portfolio matters.
• Monitor the implementation and registration status on Client Portal for Disbursement (CPD) System, coordinating and giving guidance to project teams.
• Provide substantial inputs for recruiting consultants through Consultant Management System (including draft Terms of Reference and draft evaluation report), and manages contracts including amendments, payment, cancelation, among others.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and reflected in your workplan.

You will need:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, finance, accounting, business administration, any other social science or related fields.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in data management, data analysis, monitoring, and preparation of reports, statistics, dashboards, or management information.
• Preferably with related experience in international agencies.
• Experience working with government partners an advantage.
• Proficiency in standard 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 link 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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Primary Location: Türkiye Resident Mission-Türkiye-Ankara

Department: Central and West Asia Department

Staff Category: Technical Local - Field Office

Job Posting: 14-Aug-2026, 8:33:17 AM16-Sep-2026, 8:59:00 AM