Urooj S. MALIK

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Mr. Urooj Malik commands over two and half decades of experience in sustainable socioeconomic development and management in the Asia-Pacific region. His career began at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in early 1985. During the last 10 years at ADB (1999-2009), Mr. Malik served in the senior management stream, at both the country and regional levels, and in both capacities as Country Representative and Sector Director in technical operations. Following voluntary early retirement from ADB in 2009, Mr. Malik was appointed as Chairman of a social enterprise that focuses on carrying out environmental conservation and rural development work in the Philippines. He is also Professor of international management and sustainable development. Professor Malik’s main areas of expertise in management comprise: strategic planning; policy development; program management; human resource management; business development; and budget formulation; and office management. At the technical level, Professor Malik’s skills and experience include: economic policy and sector reform; corporate social responsibility; climate change; minerals and renewable energy development; agriculture and rural livelihood improvement; water resources management; environmental governance; and biodiversity conservation. He possesses strong leadership ability to effectively manage complex projects within multi-cultural, inter-disciplinary teams. He thrives on inspiring staff, conducting high level policy dialogue, and engaging aid agencies and civil society in building partnerships and mobilizing resources. Professor Malik has a passion for work in the area of balanced, inclusive and sustainable development.

CAREER in SUMMARY

CURRENT INVOLVEMENT

CHAIRMAN, HINELEBAN FOUNDATION: A Social & Environmental Enterprise with a focus on environmental conservation, resource management and rural livelihood development in the Philippines - Providing strategic direction and operational oversight, and assistance for resource mobilization.

PROFESSOR, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON – External Program in the Philippines (LSE & Royal Holloway)/ INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS: Teaching graduate and undergraduate students courses in the area of International Management and Development.

SENIOR DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR – Asia-Pacific, RMSI: A private company specializing in geographic information systems for assessing climate change/disaster risk management scenarios – Providing advice for integrating risk assessment & simulation models in development projects and programs.

PAST EXPERIENCE

ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK (1985 – 2009)

Initial recruitment in the ADB under a highly competitive Young Professionals Program designed for comprehensive 2 year training (1985–1987) through hands on experience and exposure to the Bank's mainstream operational departments. Final postings through successive promotions in ADB's former Energy and Industry Department as a Project Economist covering developing member countries in the entire region (1987 1993). Moved to Programs Department in 1993 and appointed as Country Economist for Viet Nam, Lao PDR and Cambodia, with subsequent promotions to Senior Economist and Principal Economist with the responsibility of overlooking country economic and strategy work for all Mekong countries, and contributing to the development of the flagship program on promoting regional economic cooperation in the Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS). Assigned as the Bank’s Country Director in Cambodia in 1999. Upon return to ADB Headquarters in early 2004, promoted and appointed as Director, Infrastructure Division (Energy, Transport and Telecommunications), Mekong Department. In 2005, again promoted to Senior Director, Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources Division responsible for the entire Southeast Asia Department (SERD), including the Mekong countries.

PERSONAL AND ACEDEMIC PROFILE

Personal Background Academic Background

Marital Status: Married to a Spanish MDP - Management Development Program

Filipina; four children Leadership and Change Management

Johnson Business School

Date of Birth: September 1, 1958 Cornell University, USA (1997/98)

MSc. Mineral/Energy Economics

Citizenship: Pakistan; Philippines & Canadian PR International Business and Development

Languages: Fluent in English, Urdu and Hindi College of Engineering and Mines

(Basic knowledge of Arabic, Spanish & Tagalog) University of Arizona -Tucson, USA (1982-84)

BSc. Natural Resources/Environmental Management

Country Experience: Asia –Pacific region, Resource use Policy and Planning

especially, East Asia, South East Asia, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

South Asia and the United States University of Wisconsin - Madison, USA (1976-80)

Diploma, International School Karachi (1972-75)

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

Management Programs and Other Specialized Training(Nominated by ADB Senior Management)

• Leading Successful Change, INSEAD, Singapore, 2008

• Flexible Thinking and Values, and Teamwork Workshops, Columbia University, USA, 2006/2007

• Manager Training Program, Executive Development Group/Duke University, USA, 2005

• Program in Macroeconomics, University of Manchester, UK, 1996

• External Environment Training Program, USEPA and Japan Environment Agency, 1995

• Advanced International Program in Oil & Gas Financial Mngt., University of Texas-Dallas,1988

• Economic Aspects of Coal Exploration and Development, United Nations, Indonesia,1987

• Project Financial Analysis Program, Arthur D. Little Management Education Institute, Inc.,1986

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Director, Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources, Southeast Asia Department (2005 to 2009)

Concurrently: Co-Chair of the Bank-wide Environment Community of Practice (CoP), Member of CoP on Agriculture, Rural Development and Food Security, Panelist for the Advisory Panel for the Study on Economics of Climate Change in SE Asia, Member of Bank-wide Task Force on Food Security, Co-chair GMS working groups on Agriculture & Environment, & Chair of Coral Triangle Initiative Task Force.

Major Contributions to-date:

Scaled up the division’s program from $75million to $250-300 million per annum over 4 years. Directed and managed a growing portfolio in excess of $1.5 billion, on all aspects of the project cycle, from concept to design, processing, implementation and completion (see Annex on a list of sample projects). Undertook program and budget management, and supervised over 50 staff and long-term consultants working for the division. Presented projects to ADB President and senior management, and successfully defended them at Board meetings. Mobilized significant joint and parallel co-financing resources to the tune of $150-200 million (as loans and grants in the first 3 years as Director) from various partners including: the Islamic Development Bank, International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD), OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID), the World Bank, Global Environment Facility (GEF), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), United Kingdom’s Department for International Development (DFID), French Development Bank (AFD), Australian Agency for International Development (AusAid), Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Finland, and the Netherlands.

Directed and organization the first GMS Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Shanghai in May 2005 and the first GMS Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in Beijing April 2007; conceptualized the formulation of the GMS Core Environment Program (CEP) and its flagship - Biodiversity Conservation Corridors Initiative, launched at the Second GMS Summit of Leaders held in Kunming, PRC, as well as the preparation of GMS Agriculture Support Program and its flagship Bio-fuels and Rural Renewable Energy. Enhanced partnerships with key international players in the agriculture sector, namely FAO, IFAD and CGIAR centers; provided oversight in the establishment the GMS Environment Operations Center (EOC), a multi-donor, multi-million dollar grant facility for implementing CEP; expanded regional cooperation operations into ASEAN, especially through support for Heart of Borneo(HoB), Sulu Sulawesi Sea Marine Eco-region (SSME), and the Coral Triangle Initiative(CTI). Assisted in the organization and conduct of the first GMS and CTI Leaders’ Summit.

Initiated work on transnational water governance with the Mekong River Commission (MRC). Introduced Clean Development Mechanism, Corporate Social Responsibility and carbon trading concepts in the design of ADB and private funded projects. Fostered strong partnerships with conservation NGOs (especially Conservation International, World Conservation Union, The Nature Conservancy and Worldwide Fund for Nature). Represented ADB at high level forums and made presentations at various institutions on agriculture, energy and natural resources, rural sector development, environment and sustainable development. Supervised ADB reports on topical themes relating to sustainable development (attached Annex is referred).

Director, Infrastructure Division (Energy,Transport&Telecomms), Mekong Department (2004 - 2005)

Concurrently: co-chair of GMS Working Groups on Energy, Transport and Telecommunications Sectors, and the Regional Power Trade Coordination Committee in the Mekong.

Major Contributions:

Supervised the formulation and implementation of major transport and energy projects with a division portfolio amounting to over $ 2.0 billion, including the program for hydro energy in Lao PDR namely, Nam Theun II Hydropower Project for supply of electricity to Thailand, co-financed with the World Bank, AFD and the European Investment Bank. Mobilized significant resources from public and private sector agencies in the range of $0.5 billion. Diversified the program portfolio to include major power interconnection and trans-national highway projects. Initiated major studies on sustainable energy and transport development in the GMS, with support from the governments and development partners. Helped to introduce for the first time in the Mekong countries the concept for payments for environmental services. Contributed to joint World Bank, Japan Bank of International Cooperation, and ADB’s analytical work on Sustainable Infrastructure Development in Southeast Asia. Represented ADB in high level policy forums and conferences, and conducted workshops and seminars on topical themes relating to sustainable infrastructure and regional cooperation.

Country Director, Cambodia Resident Mission, Mekong Department (1999 - 2004)

Major Contributions:

Coordinator of the Government-Donor National Forums to monitor reforms on behalf of the entire aid community (with the Cambodian Prime Minster in-chair), as the Dean of diplomatic core/donor group in last two years in Cambodia; co-chaired donor Working Group on Natural Resources Management with the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries and FAO Representative, as well as the Working Group on Fiscal Reform with the Senior Minister of Finance and IMF Representative in Cambodia. Assisted in the organization of the first-ever GMS Summit of Leaders in Phnom Penh. Engaged in high level policy discussions to addressed concerns expressed by civil society in the areas of agriculture, natural resources and environmental governance. Assisted in the establishment of the Supreme National Economic Council (within the Office of the Prime Minister) through design and management of a multi-phased technical assistance for institutional development and capacity building. Participated in a number of IMF/World Bank Article IV and other missions as a member or resource person on the team. Given the highest award by the Prime Minister (see Annex).

Principal and Senior Programs Economist, Mekong Division (1993 – 1999)

Major Contributions:

Prepared the very first Strategy Studies and Economic Reports for Viet Nam and Cambodia. Led missions to Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand and Viet Nam to formulate lending programs, reviewed political and economic developments, monitored the implementation of operational program, assisted in appraisal of loan projects, and formulated technical assistance proposals in the areas of macroeconomic management, public sector governance, sector policy reform support and capacity building.

Project Economist, Energy and Industry Department (1987 – 1993)

Major Contributions:

Led missions to member countries to appraise projects in the energy and industry sectors, especially for oil and gas development, minerals production, and energy efficiency and conservation projects, in access of $ 1 billion. Carried out project economic and financial analysis, supervised sector studies, formulated loan and technical assistance projects, administered loans, undertook policy dialogue on sector issues, organized seminars on topical themes and represented the Bank in international conferences.

Experience Prior to ADB:

Mitsui and Co. Ltd. (1980-82)

Market Analyst - Worked in the Natural Resources Division in-charge of developing business through high level industry contact in Pakistan in the areas of Energy, Minerals and Petrochemicals, and generated business worth $250,000 over the 2 year period. Visited Thailand and Singapore for diversifying supply sources for chemicals, plastics and raw materials and interacted closely with Headquarters in Japan.

REFERENCES: Available upon request.

(Annex: As stated, contains details of project involvement, publications and awards).

ANNEX

Table: SAMPLE LIST OF PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS

INDIA

Renewable Energy Development Project; Energy Conservation and Environmental Improvement Project; Emergency Oil Supply Project

CHINA

Industrial Energy Conservation and Environmental Improvement Project; Laiwu Iron and Steel Project, Anqing Petrochemicals Development Project

INDONESIA

Integrated CITARUM Water Resources Management Project (IWRM); Agricultural Research and Development Project; Sustainable Aquaculture Development Project

PAKISTAN

Social Action Program; Oil & Gas Development Projects I and II; Baluchistan Minerals Development

PHILIPPINES

Integrated Environment and Natural Resources Management; Agrarian Reform Communities Project; Integrated Coastal and Marine Resources Development Project; Coal Development Project

THAILAND

Natural Gas Transmission Project; Erawan Gas Field Development Project; National Fertilizer Development Project

VIETNAM

Public Administration Reform Program; Financial Sector Program; Agriculture Sector Development Program; Agriculture Science and Technology Project; Food Safety and Renewable Energy Development Project

CAMBODIA

Governance Reform Program; Education Sector Development Program; Agriculture Sector Development Program; The Tonle Sap Initiative – Environmental Improvement, Sustainable Livelihood Development, and Smallholder Development and Poverty Reduction projects; Emergency Food Assistance Project

LAOS

Nam Theun II Hydroelectric Power Project; Sustainable Natural Resources Management and Productivity Enhancement Project; Water Resources Development Program

BANGLADESH

Energy – Environment Sector Strategy; Natural Gas Development Project

SRI LANKA

Export Processing Zone Development

NEPAL

Limestone Development Project

BHUTAN

Industrial Estates Project; Review of Industry and Trade Policy

CONTRIBUTIONS TO SECTOR AND THEMATIC ANALYTICAL WORK, AND MEDAL AND AWARDS RECEIVED FOR EXCELLENCE IN PERFORMANCE

Selected Publications

Directed and provided editorial support for the IFAD/FAO/ADB study on, Bio-fuels Development in Greater Mekong Sub-region, expected to be published by September 2009.

Supervised the conduct and preparations of the Water Sector Review in Viet Nam, joint work between the Government of Viet Nam and development partners including, among others, ADB, World Bank, Australia, France and the Netherlands, expected to be published by September 2009.

Supervised the publication on ADB Environment Program – Progress and Prospects, as Co-chair of Environment Community of Practice, published by ADB in August 2009.

Directed the Progress Report on the GMS Core Environment Program, published, 2008,

Supervised the publication on, GMS Strategic Framework and Action Plan for Biotechnology and Biosafety, ADB and GMS countries, published, 2008.

Directed study on, A Strategic Vision for Agriculture and Rural Development for Indonesia, Joint publication of the Government of Indonesia, ADB and IFPRI, published 2007.

Provided guidance as Country Director in the preparation of a joint World Bank and ADB study, Cambodia: Integrated Fiduciary Assessment and Public Expenditure Review, published in 2003.

Directed a Bank study on Cambodia: Enhancing Governance for Sustainable Development comprising five areas, namely public administration reform, public finance reform, decentralization, legal and judicial reform, and regional integration. Launched by the Cambodian Prime Minister at a donors meeting, published in 2001.

Supervised the publication entitled, Participatory Poverty Assessment, an analysis of poverty situation in Cambodia, with Focused Group Discussions and Voices of the Poor, published in 2001.

Contributed to the preparation of a Bank publication entitled, Human Development - Addressing Cross-Cutting Concerns under the Cambodia Study Series. ADB, published in 1995.

Supervised the study entitled Energy Environment Interface, which included in-depth policy analysis for China, India and Indonesia, published by ADB in1993.

Edited and supervised a Bank entitled: Environmental Considerations in Energy Development establishing critical energy environment linkages in seven Asian countries. First phase published by ADB in 1991 and launched at the First Earth Summit in 1992 held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Selected Articles and Presentations

 Mainstreaming Environmental Sustainability in Development Planning, presented at the University of Tokyo, Japan, expected to be published as part of a chapter for a textbook for graduate students by the University of Tokyo in November 2009.

 Bio-fuels Production for Smallholder Producers in the Greater Mekong Sub-region, article published in the Journal of Applied Energy, July 2009.

 Food Price Inflation in Southeast Asia: Policy Responses to Protect the Poor and the Vulnerable, presented at the policy seminar at ADB Headquarters, organized by ADB and UNESCAP, Manila, Philippines, 2008.

 Climate Change and Biodiversity: Risks, Vulnerabilities and Responses, presented at the International Conference on Climate Change and Biodiversity in Southeast Asia, organized by SEARCA, Manila, Philippines, 2008

 Strategies and Options for Integrating Biofuels and Rural Renewable Energy for Poverty Reduction in the GMS, presented as keynote address at the Biofuels Workshop in Bangkok organized by ADB, FAO and IFAD, 2007.

 GMS Core Environment Program: In Pursuit of Sustainable Development in the Greater Mekong Sub-region and Beyond, presented to the ASEAN Environment Ministers at their meeting in Cebu, Philippines, 2006.

 Regional Cooperation for Sustainable Development in Asia Pacific (assisted in preparing keynote address for ADB Managing Director General), presented at the Sustainable Development Summit in Delhi, India, 2006.

 Good Governance and Poverty Reduction, presented at the National Symposium on Democracy, Good Governance and Transparency in the Asian Context, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister, The Royal

Government of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, 2000.

 Energy Technologies and Policies for Limiting Greenhouse Gas Emissions, presented at the Symposium on "Environmentally Sound Energy Technologies and Their Transfer to Developing Countries and European Economies in Transition", organized by IPCC, UNEP, WMO, Milan, Italy, 1992.

 Energy, Environment and Economic Development: Role of the Bank, invited to write by the magazine publisher, published in Singapore based magazine "PetroMin", 1991.

 Energy Environment Interface: Initiatives, Responses and Proposed Policy Options, Presented at the Symposium on, “Climatic Effects of Increased Fossil Fuel Burning and Energy Policy Implication”, organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), Tokyo, Japan, 1990.

Medals and Awards

 Medal of Honor, Saha Metrie Seina - Recipient of the highest award given to an expatriate for services to the Kingdom of Cambodia. (Awarded by Prime Minister Samdech Hun Sen).

 Medal of Honor, Saha Metrie Tipeden - Ministry of Transport and Public Works, Government of Cambodia. (Awarded by the Minister of Transport and Communications)

 Medal of Honor, Saha Metrie - Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports, Government of Cambodia. (Awarded by Deputy Prime Minister and Senior Minister for Education, Youth and Sports).

 ADB Service Awards: Received awards for 10, 15, 20 and 25 years of service at ADB; awarded by Senior ADB Management for contributing to development of member countries.

 Plaque of Appreciation: US - ASEAN Business Council.

 Plaque of Appreciation: Management Association of the Philippines.

 Plaque of Appreciation: Dept. of Agrarian Reform, Govt. of the Philippines. (Awarded by the Secretary of Department of Agrarian Reform).

 Plaque of Appreciation: Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Govt. of Lao People's Democratic Republic. (Awarded by Director General of the Ministry).

 Certificate of Appreciation: Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Government of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam. (Awarded by the Minister).

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