Senior Ethics Officer (5435)

About AIIB 

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing the Infrastructure for Tomorrow—infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in January 2016 and have since grown to 109 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. 

Reporting directly to the Chief Ethics Officer, the Senior Ethics Officer will assist in the overall management of the Ethics Office. The Senior Ethics Officer supports and assists the Chief Ethics Officer in developing, operationalizing, and enforcing AIIB’s written rules and guidance on standards of ethical conduct and in promoting such standards and embedding them within AIIB’s institutional culture.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Purpose

• Lead the development, operationalization, and enforcement of AIIB’s policies, regulations, rules, and guidance on standards of ethical conduct.
• Advise on issues related to standards of ethical conduct, including conflict of interest, financial disclosure, non-retaliation, and fostering a respectful work environment.
• Promote and embed standards of ethical conduct within AIIB’s culture through training and outreach activities.

Engagement

• Supervise, conduct, and support threshold assessments/investigations into alleged misconduct by AIIB personnel and board officials.
• Draft and supervise the preparation of threshold assessment/detailed investigation reports and findings, formulating relevant recommendations.
• Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders.

Delivery

• Implement training programs/materials to increase awareness and knowledge of proper conduct.
• Draft reports on the activities of the Ethics Office for the Chief Ethics Officer to present to the President and the Board, as requested.
• Develop mechanisms to analyze cases and complaints for the continuous improvement of administrative guidelines and training.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Educational Background:

• Master’s degree or above from a reputable university in relevant fields such as law and criminology; comprehensive professional experience may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of cognate experience in professional ethics and/or investigations within an international organization, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.

Skills:

• Ability to perform well under pressure and interact with tact and sensitivity.
• Strong understanding of international ethical standards and principles.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful ethics programs.
• Demonstrates integrity, independence, and confidentiality in ethics office tasks.
• Efficiently accomplishes goals with resource utilization.
• Communicates ideas clearly and listens proactively.

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

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

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