The African Development Bank (AFDB) is a multi-lateral development finance institution and the premier pan-African organisation fostering economic growth and social progress in Africa. The AfDB’s primary goal is to reduce poverty and improve living standards by mobilising resources in and outside Africa, and providing financial and technical assistance for development projects and programs in Africa.
As an African organisation serving Africans, the AfDB is a unique proposition. It endeavours to be at the centre of Africa’s transformation and to improve the quality of Africa’s growth. It aims to broaden and deepen that process of transformation, mainly by ensuring that growth is shared and not isolated, for all African citizens and countries, not just for some.
Secretary General
The Secretary-General reports directly to the President and supervises the General Secretariat which provides secretarial services to Boards of Governors and Boards of Directors. The Secretary-General is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the day-to-day functioning of the General Secretariat (SEGL).
General Counsel & Director
The General Counsel and Director, Legal Services Department, reports directly to the President and is the principal legal adviser of the President and the Boards of Governors and Directors. The incumbent represents the Bank in all litigation before internal adjudication machinery and in cases of outside arbitral and judicial proceedings.
Chief Communication Specialist (President’s Speechwriter/Editor)
The President’s Speechwriter and Editor will take the lead in producing speeches that articulate the vision and ideas of a President who maintains a very active internal and international speaking schedule. In addition to Board members and staff of the Bank, major audiences include Bank Governors, National Government Leaders, Public and Private Sector officials, the international donors’ community, diplomatic and professional bodies, civil society organizations, and academic leaders. The President’s Speech Writer’s responsibilities also include drafting, editing and revising official documents that extend the President's message.
The African Development Bank has retained Russell Reynolds Associates to assist with these appointments.
For further information on the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, and how to apply, please click the Apply button.
The closing date for applications is Monday 21 March 2016
