Job Opportunity: Project Development Specialist (PDS)
Organization: The Export-Import Bank of Korea (Korea Eximbank)
Location: New Delhi
Application Deadline: 15th July 2024
Contact Email for Applications: KeximNDO@rediffmail.com
Contact Person:
- Mr. Jung Wan Ryu, Chief Representative
- Attention: Mr. Dohyeon Park, Deputy Chief Representative
Address for Submission: Unit No. – F-7, 1st Floor, Commercial Block Hyatt Delhi Residences, Aerocity, New Delhi – 110037
About Korea Eximbank
The Export-Import Bank of Korea (Korea Eximbank) was established to promote economic cooperation between Korea and partner countries through the Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF). The bank manages the fund's administrative operations, including project identification, appraisal, loan agreements, and disbursements. EDCF supports developmental projects in various sectors such as transportation, health, water supply, sanitation, energy, and education, with a significant focus on projects in India.
Job Responsibilities
- Understand ODA Guidelines: Clearly understand India's ODA guidelines and their application to economic infrastructure projects in line with the EDCF program.
- Primary Contact: Act as the primary contact point between Korea Eximbank New Delhi Office and Indian stakeholders including government ministries, state governments, and project implementation agencies.
- Project Identification: Explore and identify new project ideas for EDCF's participation in India's developmental projects, focusing on sectors such as sustainable energy, logistics, transportation infrastructure, ICT, and healthcare.
- Sector Analysis: Conduct deep dives into target sectors or states and develop comprehensive cooperation strategies.
- Policy and Portfolio Management: Support the formulation and management of country policies and portfolios in line with changing Indian government regulations.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Track progress, disbursement, and results of EDCF projects, and maintain updated sector information.
- Meeting Support: Prepare for and support meetings with the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) and other entities, including mission preparations and documentation.
- Networking: Build and maintain contacts with relevant officials, co-financiers, and stakeholders to facilitate project development.
- Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as required by the New Delhi Representative Office.
Requirements and Skills
- Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and Hindi (reading, writing, speaking).
- Education: A Bachelor's degree, preferably in fields like Finance, Economics, Policy, Engineering, Development Cooperation, or related areas. A postgraduate qualification may be preferred.
- Experience: Professional experience in ODA program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Knowledge of multilateral or bilateral donor procedures is an asset.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Analytical and Communication Skills: Strong analytical, comprehension, and communication skills.
- Availability to Travel: Must be available for travel as required.
Application Documents
Interested candidates need to submit the following:
- Curriculum Vitae: Updated CV with a color photograph, including academic and professional experience, and two local references (if applicable).
- Cover Letter: A one-page cover letter outlining suitability for the vacancy and salary expectations.
- Certificates: Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
- Publications: Any relevant articles or publications.
- Write-up: Responses to the following questions (maximum 2 pages, font size 14 or larger):
- Structural challenges impacting development projects in India.
- Sectors where Korea can create synergies with India in financing development projects.
- Sectors where Korean companies can address development challenges in India.
- A specific instance of resolving challenges in a project development process.
Selection Process
- Document Evaluation: 18th July 2024
- Interviews for Shortlisted Candidates: 22nd-24th July 2024
- Medical Examination Report Submission: 25th-26th July 2024
- Final Notice and Job Offer: 26th July 2024
- Start Date: Beginning of August 2024
Important Notes
- Right to Reject Applications: Korea Eximbank reserves the right to reject any application due to past criminal records, involvement in court cases, travel prohibitions, or false declarations.
- Submission Address: Email application documents to KeximNDO@rediffmail.com by 6:00 PM, 15th July 2024 (Indian Standard Time).
Korea Eximbank may cancel the employment notification at any time or choose not to select any candidate without providing reasons. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Email ID: KeximNDO@rediffmail.com
