Job ADR/Head Finance Integration Division ASEAN

THE ASEAN SECRETARIAT

INVITES ASEAN NATIONALS TO APPLY

FOR THE FOLLOWING VACANCY

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/HEAD

FINANCE INTEGRATION DIVISION

The ASEAN Secretariat is currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assistant Director/Head, Finance Integration Division who will work under the Finance, Industry & Infrastructure Directorate, ASEAN Economic Community Department.This Division manages cooperation in and liberalisation and integration of ASEAN finance markets (including capital market development, conducting analysis of global, regional and individual country finance and macroeconomic trends, currency and exchange rate trends).

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to the creation and implementation of ASEAN strategies for the provision of assistance to Member States in finance cooperation and integration in the region, including technical and policy advice on economic and financial issues.
2. Manage and coordinate regional activities in finance including initiatives on economic and financial integration.
3. Participate in ASEAN and international meetings and maintain effective relationships with representatives from central banks, ministries of finance, international organizations, research institutions, and private sector.
4. Oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of projects and/or programs pertaining to financial sector development.
5. Manage day-to-day operations of the Finance Integration Division, including work program, staff hiring, training and development.

Requirements:

• Master degree in Finance or Economics (with major in Finance)
• Extensive experience, with minimum eight (8) years, in international economic and financial issues particularly in analyzing economic/financial issues and providing policy advice.
• Good knowledge in macroeconomic analysis, financial sector strategies and policies, and public policy development and negotiation, and in working closely with government officials.
• A sound understanding of international and regional issues, and knowledge of and commitment to ASEAN ideals.
• Strong social and diplomatic skills; ability to work well with others and to professionally represent the ASEAN Secretariat
• High-level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaborative work practices.
• Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.
• Proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
• Remuneration and Benefits:
• Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and monthly salary starting from USD 4,000. There are other applicable benefits which include housing, medical, education of dependent children, and gratuity. Upon completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed for up to three-year contract, inclusive of the six-month probationary period, in the first instance.

How to apply:

Send your application to hr-asean@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, certified true copies of educational certificates obtained, and completed Employment Application Form with recent photograph, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org/opportunities.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Assistant Director/Head, Finance Integration Division.
Application papers should be received at the ASEAN Secretariat by 13 July 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and the decision of the Secretary-General of ASEAN on the appointment shall be final.