Caroline Adams

Country Operations Head @Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Manila, PH

The Country Operations Head role at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) supports the delivery of ADB’s country program across the North Pacific, including the Federated States of Micronesia, Palau, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands. The position coordinates country programming, portfolio performance, and operational quality assurance to ensure projects and technical assistance are implemented effectively and aligned with regional development priorities.The role works closely with government counterparts, country office teams, and development partners to address operational challenges, strengthen service delivery, and advance cross-cutting priorities such as climate resilience, private sector development, and support for small island and fragile contexts.

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